How long until I can sleep on my side. I wake up frequently, every few minutes or so. I'm concerned of apnea being the culprit, but have not been diagnosed. I am a side sleeper. I am 11 days post surgery.
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Thank you for questionGeneral if you have "pus" there would be redness and/or irritation, your would have tenderness at the site, and possible fever, or an unpleasant door from the tapes. These would be indications of an infection for which you should consult your plastic surgeon. However, if...
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Contact your insurance company to find out if this surgery is a covered benefit for you and what the criteria is. Schedule a consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options. Best wishes!
These wounds will require some simple local wound care but should heal well. Your surgeon will have the best advice for the preferred wound care, so remain in communication with your surgeon’s office for wound care recommendations. From the photos provided, there do not appear to be signs of i...
