Thanks for your question. You are at a significantly higher risk of wound healing difficulties and skin necrosis if you smoke and have a tummy tuck. In a C-section, the surgeon cuts straight down through the tissue and then repairs the tissue. In a tummy tuck, the skin is...
I have seen true reactions to Steri-strips and more frequently to skin adhesives (such as Mastisol) that we apply over incisions to make the strips more secure. However, most of the blisters or reactions are not true allergic phenomena, but a mechanical or physical injury to the skin when...
In the time prior to surgery, there are many preparations to
be completed.This includes taking your history,
placing an IV, and signing the appropriate consent forms.I wish you the best of luck.
