My diastasis recti split is 7.7cm and I have an umbilical hernia of 10mm. I need a Tummy Tuck but I’m also in the process of finding out if I’m a match to donate a kidney to a friend. If I’m a match should I have the TT first? I was really hoping I could have both done at the same time as recovery is going to be almost the same length and I have 2 young kids that I’ll need to find help with, is that an option?
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December 18, 2020
Answer: Should I get a Tummy Tuck before donating my kidney? Can I get both done at the same time? (Photo)
Hello, thank you for your question. Post operative care can be challenging when you have surgery in another country other than your own. It is impossible to know what may be going on without a complete history and assessment. I recommend seeking an experienced board certified plastic surgeon in ...
Every patient is different in how their body heals, but most patients are fully healed at one year. This means they would swell like they used to before their surgery. I personally have not had this surgery, but I do swell when I eat salty food and when I travel. This swelling may not be r...
A meticulous surgical technique for abdominoplasty (TT) and liposuction with the tumescent technique should result in minimal blood loss. I don’t ever recommend donating blood prior to any procedure.
