I had a For tummy tuck and muscle repair. I am nine weeks postop. I was laying in my bed and all of the sudden I felt a very burning sensation left side above my belly button. It feels like one of my muscles is on fire and I cannot move because the pain gets worse. What can calls that ? Should I go to the emergency room
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July 12, 2019
Answer: It feels like one of my muscles is on fire and I cannot move because the pain gets worse - Should I go to the ER?
It is important for your health and safety that you discuss resuming all medications with your surgeon. He/She is most familiar with your medical history and how you've been progressing through recovery. It will likely be fine to resume the medicine four weeks post op, but your surgeon will b...
Congratulations on your surgery! You are very early in the recovery process. Swelling is expected during this phase and will be present for several months yet. I encourage you to follow the advice of your surgeon and to discuss all concerns with him/her. It is important that you feel com...
Though your drain site does not appear to be infected, it is concerning that the pain has worsened in the area. The drain site typically has closed after 10 days as well. I encourage you to contact your surgeon for an evaluation.
