I had a panniculectomy 3 weeks ago. My main area of swelling has been in my mons area. What is the best thing I can do for this?

It appears you have an area of separation with some exudate that will require debridement and wound care to get it to heal. It is not uncommon for panniculectomies to have some problems healing. I would return to your surgeon for more aggressive wound care. 

Each insurance plan coverage is different. The best way to approach this is to first call your insurance company and make sure you policy doesn't have an exclusion for panniculectomy. If they don't, then you you should see and in-network plastic surgeon that your company recomends. Once the...

You should see your GP and ask for a referral to plastic surgeons in your area. You can then contact the different offices and they will be able to answer this question for you

The problem you have with removing the skin at the same time is that you will have a longer scar than just a C-section scar.  Also, by doing it at the same time, you will probably still have a little bit of loose skin after a few month when uterus has gone back down to normal size and you...

Thank you for your question regarding when it is safe to resume sexual activities after a panniculectomy. It’s great to hear that you haven’t had any complications or pain. In general, most plastic surgeons recommend waiting at least 4 to 6 weeks after a panniculectomy before resuming sexual act...

Dear maryjaneflowers, Thanks for your question and pictures. Sounds like you have some issues that may qualify for a panniculectomy, i.e removal of excess skin and fat below the belly button. Have your primary care physician document your medical issues, recommend therapy, and document continued...