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By now, most of your stitches should have dissolved. Return to your plastic surgeon's office to get the stitches removed.
I am assuming your surgeon left dissolving stitches around the periphery of your newly relocated belly button. There is NO reason why they should be there this long. You should be able to wipe them off with a wash cloth. If you have any concern you should see your surgeon and have them removed. It is time to do so.
I generally recommend no heavy lifting or strenuous activity (no exercise) for 4 to 6 weeks after tummy tuck. After six weeks, I encourage patients to slowly resume exercise routines *gradually*. Remember, during the six week postoperative period - you will be deconditioned. I do prepare...
Dear Arik, I have my patients begin light activity at 2 weeks. They are performing more strenuous activity including core exercises by 6 weeks. You will experience soreness and minor discomfort for a short period of time after you resume activities but this resolves with time....
Eating to get your energy up is good. However, i would start out light and build up to normal. Food is good with most medication to avoid nausea. Plenty of water is good to flush your system. You are off to a great recovery.
