I'm getting a breast life and implant and can't exercise for the following 6 weeks. I was wondering if there are any health concerns with going on the HCG diet 2-3 weeks after my surgery and staying on it for 3-4 weeks.
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Answer: Can I go on the HCG diet 2 weeks after breast lift & implant surgery?
The key thing here is to keep the area clean and prevent it from becoming infected and causing the implant to become exposed in which case it may have to be removed.Meticulous wound care is essential.
Unfortunately you have to start with the idea that you will never be able to completely "remove" scars. depending on your skin type they can often be very acceptable. I particularly like to use paper tape over the areas for a long time. It's inexpensive and easy to do and is as good as any of...
Jill, Thanks for your question. When old (likely ruptured implants) are removed with their capsules, a larger space is usually created. Most surgeons will decrease the pocket size with sutures or biologic mesh during this procedure. Occasionally the pocket remains too large despite our best...