Tummy tuck; worried about keloid scarring?

Hi, Angel1981txSorry to hear about your problems.  I do not think your symptoms have risen from complication of abdominoplasty.  Based on your description, you may have incarcerated hernia.  You should see a gastroenterologist or general surgery to be evaluated ASAP.Good luck.

Hi and thanks for the question. Liposuction takes approximately 16 weeks to see significant results. So hang in there and re evaluate 4 months after surgery. Best of Luck - Dr. Hardy...

Dear Selfie Mom:   I tell all my patients that though they may feel like going back to a desk job at two weeks, it takes about four weeks to start to feel like your old self again and you need to pace yourself or you will feel tired.  You did have a major operation after all.  Also, no ab...

Hi and thank you for your excellent question.  Fat embolism, while possible, is extremely rare with a tummy tuck with liposuction.  The increased risk that has been seen with a BBL is likely due to the fat transfer portion of the operation and the technique of the surgeon.  This being said, ri...

A hiatal hernia is due to a defect in the diaphragm which is the then muscle that wraps around the esophagus as it enters the stomach. The diaphragm separates the lungs (chest cavity) from the abdomen (digestive organs). Liposuction of the abdomen is much more superficial being between the skin...

Yes, you will get differing answers because there is medical literature that is very clear on DVT risk and prevention and then there is your unique situation. I talk about this frequently with my weight-loss support group. I'll give you the medical studies and then I'll give you...