Had surgery 9/19 and I was wondering if I could just sit in the ocean, no swimming and I will wear a long sleeve "surf" type shirt so I don't burn. I've heard that the ocean helps heal wounds, might just be an old wives tale :) Thanks
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Answer: Can you submerge yourself in water 2 weeks post-op?
Capsular contracture can occur years after surgery. No one is absolutely certain what causes the late development of capsular contracture. However the most common explanation is that some event has resulted in the seating of bacteria into the bloodstream which then attaches to the implants a...
No. Your implants can not cause you to develop food "allegories" or sensitivities. The more probable cause is one or more of the medications that you received before, during and/or after surgery. Are you still taking any pain medication? My guess is that as your lymphatic system eliminates the...
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I would recommend that you discuss this question with your surgeon as every surgeon has their own respective post op protocol for his/her patients. Your surgeon is your best resource as he/she is most familiar with your medical history and how you are healing at ...