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This question should not be addressed on a web forum. Any postop complication should be reported to your own surgeon.
It is not unusual to run a low grade temperature after surgery. This could be due to a urinary tract infection or collection of fluid in the lungs. If you have no further symptoms then you should be fine. If the temperature continues then you should contact your surgeon.
The most common cause of low grade fevers from surgery is atelectasis (where the air sacs in your lungs collapse a bit because a patient is not taking deep breaths). However, I would still notify your surgeon about the fever.
Fevers can be a sign of a postoperative complication; therefore, best to let your husband's surgeon know and follow his/her instructions. Best wishes.
It is best to contact your surgeon regarding your husbands fever and chills. He may want to exam him, and change his post op medications. Best wishes!
Spasms can occur in your muscles shortly after your tummy tuck. Please follow your post-operative instructions for pain control. If you are concerned about any damage to your muscle repair, please followup with your surgeon. wishing you a speedy recovery
If you are at a good weight for your body frame, then a tummy tuck could be considered. Consider having a physical and lab test to confirm that you are a good surgical candidate. Discuss your concerns and expectations with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Best wishes!
Hi Bikini M. Good question. I believe that the use of SCD's (sequential commpresion devices) is a must and madatory to try to prevent dvt (deep vein thrombosis) from forming. In fact putting them on and having them pump in the holding area prior to surgery reduces the chances even more. As far...
