Is it okay to use saline enemas after tummy tuck to relieve constipation? I’m prone to constipation and digestive issues (especially when under stress). I’m considering buying saline enemas as last resort if miralax/mineral oil doesn’t work well. I don’t do well with laxatives, they give me a lot of stomach pain.
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Dear Phenomenal507,
every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. Most plastic surgeons will recommend their patients to wait at least 6 months after surgery prior to any other elective procedure in order for body to fully heal. I would...
Congratulations on deciding to undergo surgery! Patients who are bothered by excess skin and fat in their abdominal area, are at or close to their goal weight, and are in relatively good health are good candidates for tummy tucks. Tummy tuck candidates should be non-smokers and not be on any...
Thank you for this excellent question. The more tummy tucks a surgeon does, in general, the neater the scars are. However, there is not a single plastic surgeon around who does tummy tucks who hasn't had an uneven scar. Sometimes it's the surgeon, sometimes it's the patient's anatomy. For...
