19 days post op, panniculectomy regret. How soon can I get it fixed? Or am I just still swollen? (photos)

August 27, 2018
Asked By:poohnurse in Michigan, MI

19 days post opt panniculectomy and I’m not happy with the results as well as my belly button looks horrible and looks infected only wound care instructions I was given was take shower daily and let the soap and water fall on it. Will I still have these handles on the sides, will my belly button look deformed? How soon can I do a tummy tuck?

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September 4, 2018

Answer: Weight loss prior to surgery improves panniculectomy and body contouring outcomes

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Babak Moeinolmolki, MD, FACSBariatric Surgeon, Board Certified in General Surgery
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September 4, 2018

Answer: Weight loss prior to surgery improves panniculectomy and body contouring outcomes

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Babak Moeinolmolki, MD, FACSBariatric Surgeon, Board Certified in General Surgery
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November 13, 2018

Answer: Give it some time.

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November 13, 2018

Answer: Give it some time.

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