I am 3 days post op for Tummy Tuck. I just saw my incision for the first time today and I noted that the right side is very discolored and bruised. Does this appear to be within normal limits? Kind of scared me when I saw it but hoping it's within normal limits. Thanks in advance for you thoughts.
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April 6, 2014
Answer: Is this bruising normal for 3 days post op for Tummy Tuck?
Unfortunately, insurance does not cover a tummy tuck. Occasionally with documentation of recurrent infection they will pay for a panniculectomy (simply removing loose skin).#tt#tummytuck
The general guideline for outpatient surgery is 6 hours. Make sure your doctor is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. It seems that you are young and healthy so the risk of anesthesia is really, really, really small. If you are concerned about anesthesia, then talk no...
Sorry for your frustration. I agree with Dr. Whitfield. The sciatic nerve should be very medial to the path of the liposuction cannula. I don't have a good explanation for your pain, but an EMG and NCV should be able to document the potential change in muscle/nerve activity. I'm sorry you...
