I have lost over 60 lbs on my own, I qualified for lap band but decided to do it on my own. my issue is that I have a lot of tummy skin that pushes on my abdomen and causes the fluid and acid to pushed up my esophagus. I have a upper endoscopy with possible biopsy scheduled due to some additional symptoms I have been getting. cough, clearing of my throat , trouble swallowing. will a tummy tuck benefit me..
Answer: Tummy Tuck Surgery with Reflux Thank you for your question nenanvme. Congratulations of the weight loss on your own. In terms of the lap band, many bariatric surgeons are now recommend the sleeve. If additional weight loss is anticipated, this would be worth exploring. I would recommend that you get the reflux treated and resolved before a tummy tuck. The tummy tuck will most likely worsen the reflux because of the raised intraabdominal pressure. I wish you all the best.Dr. Gill
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Answer: Tummy Tuck Surgery with Reflux Thank you for your question nenanvme. Congratulations of the weight loss on your own. In terms of the lap band, many bariatric surgeons are now recommend the sleeve. If additional weight loss is anticipated, this would be worth exploring. I would recommend that you get the reflux treated and resolved before a tummy tuck. The tummy tuck will most likely worsen the reflux because of the raised intraabdominal pressure. I wish you all the best.Dr. Gill
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September 22, 2015
Answer: Heartburn and tummy tuck Hi, nenanvme. Congratulations on your weight loss. Please proceed with your upper endoscopy and treat your heart burn/reflux prior to your tummy tuck. Tummy tuck is a body contouring procedure. It can give you a good abdominal contour if you are a right candidate for it. However, it will not improve your reflux. Once your heartburn is treated, please consult a board-certified plastic surgeon to learn about tummy tuck. Best regards.
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September 22, 2015
Answer: Heartburn and tummy tuck Hi, nenanvme. Congratulations on your weight loss. Please proceed with your upper endoscopy and treat your heart burn/reflux prior to your tummy tuck. Tummy tuck is a body contouring procedure. It can give you a good abdominal contour if you are a right candidate for it. However, it will not improve your reflux. Once your heartburn is treated, please consult a board-certified plastic surgeon to learn about tummy tuck. Best regards.
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