Thank you for submitting your questions and photos. Based on your photos and symptoms, there could be a few different issues going on. You may be developing a mild cellulitis (or skin infection), you could also have a contact allergy to the sutures or ointment as well. It would...
Good day and thank you for your question! A deep tissue massage is a great way to relax your body and mind prior to undergoing surgery. While there should not be any issues, I would still advise you to consult with your board-certified plastic surgeon to ensure that the massage itself does not...
In patients that have severe spasms, it is possible to transect or cut the nerve to the latissimus muscle. This will cause all spasms to stop. The down side to this procedure is the muscle becomes thinner, called atrophy) which can alter the cosmetic result of your reconstruction. When atrophy...
