Help! I need hypoallergenic, latex/rubber free compression binder/suit post tummy tuck.I am 3 weeks post tummy tuck, lipo, and fat transfer today. 5 days post surgery, I noticed hives, which covered every part of my body that the compression bodysuit touched. After 2 rounds of steroids, discontinuing the compression suit, and only using the compression binder, I still have hives. I’m guessing the binder is also an issue.
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October 15, 2018
Answer: Is there not a compression garment option for people with latex/rubber allergies/skin sensitivities?
Thank you for sharing your question and photographs and I am sorry that your current results have not been what you anticipated. It is difficult without an in-person examination to determine what may be taking place. In most cases this is persistent swelling which can take time to resolve spo...
Probably but this is where you should be discussing your concerns with your surgeon and knowing what your surgeon's revision policy is. With your weight loss, you must be a lot better so staying the way you were is really not an option. Focus on healing and discussing with your surgeon if t...
To execute a properly planned abdominoplasty, the amount of skin laxity that needs to be present must allow for the hole where the belly button will be isolated to reach the lower skin excision. Sure this hole can be placed anywhere between the desired skin excision and the current position of ...
