I would like to know why do we have to wait after 6 weeks to get in pools or hot tubs? My question is I will be 3 days away from being 6 weeks on July 4 , I was invited to a pool party , Will 3 days be a difference to get into the pool, I had glue on my incisions and they are completely off and they look great ..Is it OK just to be in the water or will that harm me or do I have to wait for my PS says its ok..please help Thanks xoxo
July 1, 2015
Answer: Post Op Breast Augmentation One very good reason many surgeons ask their patients to wait 6 weeks before going into pools, jacuzzi's, spas, and the ocean is because bodies of water have bacteria that can increase the chance of infection if the wounds are not completely healed, which in turn can result in post-operative complications and a delay in healing. You should be fine to go into the pool, but I would highly suggest you don't do any vigorous activity (i.e.: pool sports, swimming, diving, etc.) You could very well compromise healing that way as well. My best suggestion is to contact the surgeon who did your surgery and discuss further. Have a great Holiday.
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July 1, 2015
Answer: Post Op Breast Augmentation One very good reason many surgeons ask their patients to wait 6 weeks before going into pools, jacuzzi's, spas, and the ocean is because bodies of water have bacteria that can increase the chance of infection if the wounds are not completely healed, which in turn can result in post-operative complications and a delay in healing. You should be fine to go into the pool, but I would highly suggest you don't do any vigorous activity (i.e.: pool sports, swimming, diving, etc.) You could very well compromise healing that way as well. My best suggestion is to contact the surgeon who did your surgery and discuss further. Have a great Holiday.
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July 1, 2015
Answer: Why wait after 6 weeks to get into pools or hot tubs? Hello,I ask my breast augmentation patients to avoid baths/pools/hot tubs for 2 weeks post op. Each Plastic Surgeon has their own preferred post op protocols however. I suggest you contact your Plastic Surgeon, let them know how your incisions look and ask them to advise you.All the best!
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July 1, 2015
Answer: Why wait after 6 weeks to get into pools or hot tubs? Hello,I ask my breast augmentation patients to avoid baths/pools/hot tubs for 2 weeks post op. Each Plastic Surgeon has their own preferred post op protocols however. I suggest you contact your Plastic Surgeon, let them know how your incisions look and ask them to advise you.All the best!
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