Scheduled for Tummy Tuck, Lipo, and Brazillian Butt Lift on October 9..just was referrd by primary care physician to have colonoscopy done on October 8. Is there a waiting period in between the procedures, and if so, how long should I wait? Thank you
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Hello Lovingdunume,
After a standard Abdominoplasty Tummy Tuck procedure, patients are allowed to walk gently 3 to 4 hours after the procedure, as most of these procedures are performed in ambulatory facilities. The patients realize that they can indeed walk, although with some discomfort....
Thank you for your question. Depending on your surgeon and your Caprini score (DVT risk assessment), you may have Lovenox administered before surgery, after surgery, or both. There is enough evidence that Lovenox does not significantly increase the risk of hematomas or bleeding and may be ...
So without pictures it's hard to tell what is going on but let's review what happens after surgery. I tell all of my patients never to step on the scale after surgery because their weight will be up 10-15lbs. This occurs because after surgery the body detects significant stress and...
