I'm 5 days away from my tummy tuck and realized I completely spaced telling my surgeon about taking Valtrex for occasional herpes breakthroughs. Is it safe to take Valtrex prior to surgery considering anesthesia?
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You are still very early in your recovery. Swelling is common and expected for several weeks yet. Continue to follow the advice of your surgeon and keep all post op appointments. You should see the swelling in all areas greatly improve by six to eight weeks post op.
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Please talk to your gastoenterologist to see if you are clear for plastic surgery and then I suggest you to book a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss the best options for your goals.
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It is far too early to judge your results. The pleating that concerns you around the incision should smooth out as swelling subsides and tissues heal. Continue to closely follow your surgeon's instructions for optimal results. You will likely see resolution of your concerns over the next few...
