Can I get epidural injections for my sciatic nerve pain 32 days before my scheduled tummy tuck?

Thank you for your question. A tummy tuck removes extra abdominal skin and fat and tightens the abdominal wall. This procedure does not affect the bladder or the urethra. So no, this procedure will not help with urinary incontinence.

Dear abeuhring, it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American...

Healthy people at their ideal weight should have the best overall recovery from a TT, but some of this will depend upon the surgical technique and adherence to postoperative protocols. A TT addresses both the loose skin and the lax abdominal wall as to give a nice, flat youthful contour to the...

Thank you for your question. To provide a valid medical opinion I will need to see pictures of you body from different angles. I would suggest to be treated by board certified plastic surgeon with experience in this procedure, to get the best desired results. Respectfully, Dr. Emmanuel Mallol...

You will not be able to exercise the skin away. All patients after TT will have loose skin when bending over, but so will most models and bodybuilders. The Fleur de Lis TT is ideally suited for trimming away both vertical and horizontal excess of skin on the abdominal wall. A traditional TT...

At a BMI of 40, you are at a high risk for complications. However, liposuction can be done to safely remove 10 lbs. Best Wishes, Gary Horndeski, M.D.