I am getting a hernia repair and tummy tuck next month. My husband flies out of town three days later for a week . Although I will have family dropping by to check on me, I am nervous about being alone. Can I get up to go to the bathroom after three days?
Answer: Three days alone In most cases, yes. However, this may be dependent upon how
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Answer: Three days alone In most cases, yes. However, this may be dependent upon how
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October 27, 2014
Answer: Tummy Tuck Recovery Day 3 after a tummy tuck can be a "swing" day. Most patients need the first three days to just sort of lay around and do very little. By day 4 they are typically much better and getting around pretty well on their own. Any chance you can get him to stay till day 4?
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October 27, 2014
Answer: Tummy Tuck Recovery Day 3 after a tummy tuck can be a "swing" day. Most patients need the first three days to just sort of lay around and do very little. By day 4 they are typically much better and getting around pretty well on their own. Any chance you can get him to stay till day 4?
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October 27, 2014
Answer: Staying alone after tummy tuck Everyone is different and it is always difficult to predict how a particular patient will do postoperatively. Perhaps you could stay with a family member during his absence or schedule the procedure when you know that he will be accessible for at least a week. It would also help to know more about the particulars of your situation, i.e., whether there is a dog to walk, children to take care of and stairs to climb.
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October 27, 2014
Answer: Staying alone after tummy tuck Everyone is different and it is always difficult to predict how a particular patient will do postoperatively. Perhaps you could stay with a family member during his absence or schedule the procedure when you know that he will be accessible for at least a week. It would also help to know more about the particulars of your situation, i.e., whether there is a dog to walk, children to take care of and stairs to climb.
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October 27, 2014
Answer: Recovery following hernia and abdominoplasty Jan,Your question is difficult to answer as some patients recover significantly faster than others and I am unable to judge how intense your hernia repair might be.. As a general rule of thumb, most of my patients "make the turn" right around the 3rd or 4th day post operatively. I would suggest having one of your family members available for at least one more day just to be safe.Best of luck with your surgery.Dr. T
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October 27, 2014
Answer: Recovery following hernia and abdominoplasty Jan,Your question is difficult to answer as some patients recover significantly faster than others and I am unable to judge how intense your hernia repair might be.. As a general rule of thumb, most of my patients "make the turn" right around the 3rd or 4th day post operatively. I would suggest having one of your family members available for at least one more day just to be safe.Best of luck with your surgery.Dr. T
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October 27, 2014
Answer: Recovery After Hernia Repair and Tummy Tuck The answer to your question really depends on how extensive your surgeries are. What kind of hernia do you have? How big is it? Do you need a significant repair of your abdominal wall muscles? In general, after a tummy tuck, most patients can get around pretty well after 3 days. However, everyone and every surgery is different. I would have a backup plan in case you need help getting up after your husband has to leave. If you cannot find another person who can stay with you if needed, you should consider delaying your surgery. Call your doctor(s) and ask them your question. They will be your best resource.
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October 27, 2014
Answer: Recovery After Hernia Repair and Tummy Tuck The answer to your question really depends on how extensive your surgeries are. What kind of hernia do you have? How big is it? Do you need a significant repair of your abdominal wall muscles? In general, after a tummy tuck, most patients can get around pretty well after 3 days. However, everyone and every surgery is different. I would have a backup plan in case you need help getting up after your husband has to leave. If you cannot find another person who can stay with you if needed, you should consider delaying your surgery. Call your doctor(s) and ask them your question. They will be your best resource.
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