Should I wait longer or insist my PS remove this hemotoma? I am concerned it could get infected if I wait too long. (photos)

Dear cheyennebendriss,a small umbilical hernia is something that can be fixed during a tummy tuck procedure. I routinely repair these during my tummy tuck procedures. Not everyone feels comfortably repairing these however. Make sure to follow up with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, ...

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  Though you are not completely out of the woods it is a great sign that you have not seen any recurrence of your seroma.  It would be important to continue compression garment use and limit twisting activities to avoid further fluid accumulation.  ...

Dear ksand09, I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper...

Depends on the technique that is used by your surgeon. It is possible to give a subtle lift to the mons (area above the vulva) if desired. It's also possible to leave the mons unchanged. I would speak with your surgeon about your goals, so that they can advise you.

Most importantly here is the decision between a mini tummy tuck and floating the umbilicus vs. a full tummy tuck and transposing or moving the umbilicus. It would certainly be easier to revise the scar with the full/transposing option. You are very well educated in your understanding that by...

Bruising of your back is absolutely expected after mini tummy tuck and liposuction of the flanks. It is mostly related to the liposuction and can actually get quite ‘colorful’. Blood tends to pool in the tissue after the fat is pulled out and it goes to the lowest point – worst in the low back ...