Bruises from Binder being too tight, is it normal? (photos)

Dear Finally2015sept, Thank you for your clinical post. You have not mentioned how far post-operatively you are. However, from the photos provided you appear to be in the first few weeks following the surgery. It doesn’t appear that your umbilicus is in fact splitting. The discolouration m...

Thank you for the question. The simple answer is no, a tummy tuck and liposuction will not actually change the shape of your butt. However, by slimming down your waistline, this combination of procedures will give your body a more flattering contour, making your butt look better in relation to...

Thank you for your question.  Yes, typically you will need to sign a medical records release form.  That is standard and there are numerous laws that regulate access to medical records.  You will be able to get your records as long as you fill out the appropriate paperwork.  Good luck. 

This would definitely be a good question to discuss with your plastic surgeon if it persists.Sometimes if fluid drains around the drainage tube, it is because the tube is clogged.  By milking or "stripping" the drain from the exit site down to the bulb you may be able to unclog the drain,...

It is impossible to give you any reliable suggestions without seeing any photos much less being able to examine you.A lot of factors may be involved in your case such as Obesity, Spine problems, a Ventral Hernia or a combination of these.  Millions of Americans have overhangs and do not...

The revision was done two months ago.  Typically it takes scars 18 months to fully mature.  Your scar is more noticeable now because of the red discoloration.  This should subside to a skin colored line.  The appearance may be more acceptable once this occurs. ...