Is it normal that my hands and feet feel really cold at 3 weeks post-op?

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Hi there. I am 3 weeks post op TT with MR, lipo & mastoplexy. Im fine during the day, but at night when I lay in bed, my hands and feet are really cold and hard to warm up. Is this normal? It’s very uncomfortable.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Stress, dehydration, medication, lack of exercise - any of them could be among the causes.  It's unlikely that the mommy makeover surgery is to blame.  Follow up with your plastic surgeon or PCP for evaluation and guidance.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Farah Naz Khan, MD · Answer

Hard to answer this without an in person exam. Best to be seen by your operating surgeon so you can be fully evaluated and examined in person and the best recommendations can be given to you.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and I am sorry to hear of your hand and feet issues.  I would mention this to your surgeon but this is not likely due to your recent procedure.  It would be best to have an evaluation to ensure other issues are not taking place.  Hope this helps.

Vishnu Rumalla, MD · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry, without an exam it is hard to advise.  i suggest you see your surgeon to be evaluated.  The cold feeling can be anything from normal recovery, change in season, medication effects,  anemia, to name a few.  Good Luck.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear okmom3,I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

There could be many reasons for your symptoms.  The best idea is to schedule a visit with your surgeon.  An evaluation is needed to rule out anything related to your surgery.

Victor M. Perez, MD, FACS · Answer

be sure you check with your surgeon, you may also have to see your medical doctor, having this symptoms after this type of procedures is not a normal finding,

Is it normal that my hands and feet feel really cold at 3 weeks post-op?

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