Hi there, I’m considering elective J-pouch surgery for my UC that I’ve struggled with for 18 years. I would like to know if I could have a tummy tuck after all the J-pouch surgeries are complete? I hate my stomach now and then with the additional scarring from colorectal surgery, I’d love to have a tummy tuck at some point. Is that possible? Thank you!
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It is far too early to judge your results. The pleating that concerns you around the incision should smooth out as swelling subsides and tissues heal. Continue to closely follow your surgeon's instructions for optimal results. You will likely see resolution of your concerns over the next few...
I encourage you to begin by visiting your surgeon for an evaluation and discussion of your concerns. At nine months post op you are seeing final results and should not be experiencing regular swelling. It may be that you are noticing visceral fat (internal fat that surrounds the organs) and...
Insurance may at times cover a procedure called a panniculectomy. This procedure simply removes the apron of hanging skin. This is not a tummy tuck, nor will it give the results of a tummy tuck. A tummy tuck is considered a cosmetic procedure and is not covered by insurance.
