I think I have a pretty severe diastasis recti with a lot of loose skin and an umbilical hernia after my second pregnancy. But I would like another baby. What are my risks? And I also have sleep apnea. Would the sleep apnea affect me having the diastasis recti and hernia and tummy tuck repair?
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Dear baharehb,diastasis recti can be repaired only during surgery when sutures are used to tighten the diastasis recti. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and r...
Unfortunately, insurances do not cover diastasis recti since they do not necessarily think of it as a medical necessity. They classify it as a cosmetic procedure.
Dear shilleen jones,
Diastasis recti repair is an elective procedure and it is not covered by insurance. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and...