Can you knock a stitch out by hitting your stomach after a tuck?

Irregular heartbeat comes in many "flavors" and some varieties are benighn, where iothers can be more serious. It is not a reason to avoid surgery, but as the other doctors have posted, it will be important to understand the cause of the heart irregularity and be sure your suregry is done with...

Reactions to tape adhesive usually resolve with time.  At times the can be treated with bleaching agents if they are dark or lasers if they are red.  I would ask your Plastic Surgeon what he/she prefers.  But remember they usually resolve on their own.

There is no absolute answer to things like this. Any answer is based on a hunch rather than science and should be taken as such.  My approach is to ask my patients to limit exercises that specifically stress the core for 6 weeks and to walk somewhat hunched for a week.  After that...

Thanks for your question. As you can see from the other answers, applying ice packs to reduce swelling isn't recommended and likely won't do much to reduce swelling anyways. It has the potential to cause "frostbite" injury to the skin because some areas are still numb right after surgery. I'd...

Anything is possible.  It can decrease in size.  Rarely does it increase.  A lot depends on time present and magnitude.   Generally we watch these for 6 months to a year and longer if decreasing.  If large it is best to remove it early.   I favor removal...

Congratulations!  What an exciting time for you. At this point there is no standard order, and you will see different ideas from different surgeons. It is important to discuss with your surgeon all the factors that can play into this decision. I like to discuss with patients what is...