After deip flap, can the pubic area become puffy?

September 29, 2016
Asked By:rose1976 in Forest Hills, NY

Its been 3 weeks after my double mastectomy and diep flap reconstruction and tufted pubic area looks puffy/swollen.

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September 4, 2019

Answer: Bilateral DIEP flap reconstruction

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Answer: Bilateral DIEP flap reconstruction

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August 10, 2021

Answer: Post-op swelling can be normal

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Answer: Post-op swelling can be normal

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September 4, 2019

Answer: Prolonged swelling after DIEP flap

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Answer: Prolonged swelling after DIEP flap

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