What are some "must-haves" for recovery post Tummy Tuck?

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I have 10 days until my surgery!! With so many suggestions, videos, blogs, articles and much more out there I'm stuck on what I actually need before I go into this huge life changing experience...any suggestion would be amazingly appreciated...thank you. All I really know is I need my pain medication, rest, pillows- and too wear my binder.

Farah Naz Khan, MD · Answer

Best advice I can give you is to follow your operating surgeon's postop recommendations. Meaning if he or she wants you to avoid heavy lifting and exercise for 6 weeks, follow his or her recs. Every surgeon may have slightly different postop instructions but remember to follow the advice of your surgeon. Also, the binder may be uncomfortable so you may also want to ask your surgeon about the use of a compression garment. I have found that my patients love the garment because it controls the swelling and gives them support. Hope this helps...and good luck!!

Miguel Delgado, MD · Answer

Your surgeon will most likely give you instructions for your postoperative care. I advise my patients to fix some meals ahead of time and freeze unless you have someone cooking for you. Also, check your wardrobe and have clothing that is easy to get in and out of, opening in the front. Slip on shoes are easier to get in and out of. Have water, reading material, remote control, your phone and possibly a laptop handy. Be sure to arrange transportation for your follow up visits until you are able to drive yourself. Good luck.

John Silverton, MD, FRCS · Answer

You need a good care giver to give you support, bring you to appointments, make sure you take the right medications in the right dose at the right time. If you have drains your care giver should be able to empty the drains, keep accurate records and make sure they maintain their suction. Your care giver should make sure your support garment is fitting properly and not wrinkling up and that you are resting in the proper position. Your care giver should be there to help you get food and ambulate according to your doctor's instructions. You may also need dressing changes according to your doctor's instructions. In fact your care giver and your garment are your best friends after tummy tuck.

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