I’m at about 3 weeks post op and my doctor told me to wait another month to get the test done (I’m due for one). I’m following his advice but I just wanted to get other Doctors’ opinions on how soon after a tummy tuck is it okay to get a pap smear test/exam done since at some point of the exam requires the OB/GYN to press down hard on the stomach and pelvic area. Thank you.
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Thank you for your question. I recommend that you listen to your orthopedic surgeon, PCP, and Plastic Surgeon.
Tummy tuck is an elective procedure. If you do not feel that you have sufficiently regained your strength as the day of surgery nears, discuss with your...
Thank you for your question.
Diastasis recti and hiatal hernia are not inter-related. One can occur without the other and vice versa.
Insurance does not pay for tummy tuck.
I hope this helps.
In addition to the above mentioned questions, i would add the following:
1. dvt prophylaxis- how is it performed?
2. Is liposuction added to the procedure?
3. Is a fascial plication planned?
4. If it is a larger tummy tuck- is there also a pubic lift...
