Is a Faja or Binder better for compression for a Tummy Tuck with Lipo to back, flanks, thighs and upper abdomen?

The photos does indeed show a swollen left foot compared with the right. Given your history and recent procedure, this may simply represent the post-surgical swelling following the procedures you have had done - tummy tuck and abdominoplasty. However, the greatest concern would be whether this...

Hi, Thank you for your post. It is hard to tell if you have muscle laxity from your picture. It might be easier to tell if you have a front view. It appears that you may benefit from liposuction along with a tummy tuck which will help to contour your body. A board certified plastic surgeon...

Recommend that you address the fibroid issue with your gynecologist prior to scheduling a TT.  I make the scar as low as possible so that it can be concealed by a bikini.  The small vertical scar is very, very rarely necessary, but this depends upon the aggressiveness of undermining and re...

Unfortunately, it's impossible to comment on your specific case without any photographs. In general though, patients with excess hanging abdominal skin that overlap/rub/irritate (pannus) and interfere with activity and exercise are often good candidates for a panniculectomy. This...

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  Having an elevated platelet count does not necessarily imply a health problem as this can be found in very healthy patients.  It would be important to ensure that there is not any other underlying cause for it, however.  Your plastic surgeon sh...

After your family is complete, the TT can be performed.  Having had two or more previous C-sections will not prevent the performance of a TT.  You would need to wait at least 3 months following your final C-section before considering a TT.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic Surgeo...