I have Medicaid and suffer from scoliosis. Would I qualify for breast reduction?

I find drains to be very useful after breast reduction.  There is very little downside to using drains.  However, fluid collection after surgery which can result from not using drains can be a significant problem.

I like Silvadene for a variety of wound care applications.  Just shower normally and let soap and water run over the area.  You should shower off the old silvadene before putting on the new dressing, but do not scrape the area.  Dry gauze is fine.  The gauze is just to keep...

Your plastic surgeon will give you the best answer in your specific case about this and sex. For most of my patients I allow sex to begin at 6 weeks with the woman on top to minimize the risk of trauma. Here are some fo the guidelines I give my patients: Following surgery, you will be walking in...

It is normal to have hypersensitivity after surgery.  Although it does not happen to everyone, it is not something to worry about.  It will go away on its own.  There is nothing to do to accelerate the healing, or to make the hypersensitivity go away.  

Hi and thanks for the question. Without a photo, it is a little difficult to advise. My guess is that you have a little wound that is causing a little drainage. This will usually occur at the "T" junction and can be treated with a antibiotic ointment.  I suggest you talk to the nurse in the...