I'm 15 days po op tummy tuck, last three days I got fever, temperature and headache only in evenings plus I still cant stand still and only short walk get me really tired that I have to sit down. ( can fever be connected with tummy tuck?) or i got only flu and it has nothing to do with it? I dont want to miss anything so trying to be carefull. Thank You
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If your Hb is lower than 8g/dl I would personally postpone until your Hb is higher than this. Between 8-10 I would consider surgery based on the pros and cons. Ideally I would like the Hb to be >10g/dl and for a full TT I would recommend postponing until the Hb is >10g/dl. So in essence ...
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Thank you for your question. It is difficult to say, as swelling may take 6 months to subside. I'd recommend booking a follow-up appointment with your Board Certified
Plastic Surgeon to discuss your concerns.
Take care.
Thank you for your question and photos. I think the best way to treat the hernia as well as the excess skin above your belly button is with a full tummy tuck. Just repairing the hernia and trying to excise some skin will provide minimal correction to the skin laxity, place a scar in the central...
