I am on the Depo shot and scheduled for a Tummy Tuck and Lipo in May. My next shot is due a little under 2 weeks before my surgery date. I know it stays in your body for longer periods of time, so would stopping it even matter at that point. I am healthy, exercise regularly, non-smoker and under 25.
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Answer: Depo-Provera Use in Tummy Tuck or Liposuction Patients
Swelling is normal after a tt. Itching this soon after the procedure is not that common, though not especially ominous. In my experience, this likely represents a skin allergy to the adhesives used to affix the steristrips. It is about time for a checkup with your doctor...
I recommend that my patients sleep in a "beach chair" position for 4 weeks after a tummy tuck. This has to do with the extensive muscle repair that I do. Your sleeping position will depend on your surgeon's preference and the specific type of muscle repair that he/she uses, tightness of the...
Thank you for your question.The cost of a #tummytuck, #abdominoplasty, will vary based on many factors. There is the variable fee that comes directly from your surgeon for the procedure. You also need to remember that the fees for the facility, anesthesia, and any possible extra medical facility...