IBS, Hepatic adenomas and c-sections - Am I a candidate for tummy tuck surgery?

Dear Helpful871545,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. You will need to get a clearance from your doctor prior to surgery. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thank you for your question. Addressing any concerns you may have about undergoing a tummy tuck surgery is important. Having IBS, hepatic adenomas, and multiple C-sections could potentially pose challenges; however, each case is unique and should be evaluated individually by a board-certified plastic surgeon.

In general, tummy tuck surgery can be performed on patients with IBS, provided their symptoms are well-managed and they follow any necessary dietary or medical guidelines. As for hepatic adenomas, it's crucial that your surgeon works closely with your primary care physician or hepatologist to ensure the safety and success of the surgery. Since your adenomas have been stable and have even shrunk in size, it's a positive sign for your candidacy.

Regarding multiple C-sections, a tummy tuck could be an excellent solution to address any excess skin or weakened abdominal muscles resulting from these surgeries. However, it's essential to have a thorough consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon to evaluate your specific situation and determine the best approach to meet your goals.

Thank you again for your question, and I wish you the best of luck in your journey toward a successful tummy tuck surgery.

Sincerely,
Dr. Katzen

It sounds like you've done your homework and received surgical clearance from your doctor. Bring that along to your consultation and be sure to disclose your medical history to your surgeon. As long as you have clearance and are otherwise a good candidate it should be fine for you to proceed.

If your medical physician has cleared you for elective surgery, then you should be able to have it. Please bring a letter of medical clearance from your physician to your plastic surgery consultation. I would also have food allergy testing since foods most often irritate colons.

If your doctors are giving you medical clearance, then it sounds like you’re probably ready to have your tummy tuck. I suggest having a few in person consultations with local plastic surgeons in your community to find out first hand would each person has to say as well as getting an assessment for the procedure, and beginning the vetting process to find the best provider.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD