17 months post-op: all was good until some numbness came back.

Dear j.elizondo, the main role of sutures is to hold the 2 sides together until they heal together with a scar. After a few months the sutures should be resorbed by the body and the scar tissue will hold the muscles together. I suggest you to consult with a plastic surgeon if you...

For standard plication it is really hard to rip apart!  I would try pressing a pillow into your incision areas while coughing and straining.  Additionally, try to stay bent at the waist for about 2-3 weeks and slowly straighten up.  When I've seen stitches tearing through, in training years ago...

Your surgeon did not take too much skin, there would have been a significant wound healing problem.  At 6 weeks you should be able to stand up straight, talk to your surgeon about prescribing muscles relaxants, that may help or physical therapy. Good luck, Jane

Thank you for your question and photos.  I believe it is best to be within 15 pounds of your ideal body weight prior to surgery for optimal results. Please consult with a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in body contouring for an in-person examination. Ask to see a lot of before ...

Aloha and sorry to hear you are having problems after your surgery.It's a little confusing trying to follow the timeline from your photos, but it appears that you had drains which have been removed? If so, you may be developing a seroma, or fluid collection, beneath the skin.You may want to try...

Many of our patients have diabetes. Ensuring safe surgeries with our own inhouse medical clearance is very important. An exam and consultation with a plastic surgeon who performs these procedures is recommended to confirm you are a candidate as well as discuss your options and expectations.