I am considering getting a tummy tuck and doing hyperbaric therapy. Do you do the treatment before surgery and continue doing them a few times right after surgery and how many sessions should a person do? I know it’s not mandatory to do them but I have read doing them have great benefits so I want the extra benefit if it helps. Thanks in advance
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Sometimes a portion of a stitch does not dissolve and creates a small abscess. It can cause redness, minor swelling in the direct area, and minor discomfort. Once the suture material is removed the area tends to heal well with minimal home care.
Your IBS should not have any impact on your surgical results. It is best for your comfort, especially during recovery that you speak with your surgeon and GI specialist for ways to control your IBS. The abdominal area will often feel tight after surgery which may persist for several weeks as...
From your photos it appears you have a good result from your tummy tuck. It doesn't appear that the muscle repair has failed from your photos. A CT should be able to confirm if that occurred. It can take up to a year after your tummy tuck to see your final results.
