I am 8 weeks po tummy tuck and today noticed a small hole forming on my incision?? I can't see a stitch . Really concerned I haven't had any problems so far. Thanks!
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Thanks for your question and congratulations on completing your
surgery. It is not really common to have
pain in the collarbone and shoulder area from a tummy tuck. In a tummy tuck, you do not open the
abdominal cavity so there really should not be any diaphragmatic irritation
that can refer t...
You have to go back to your PS office for a revision. Extended TT can collect a very significant amount of seromas. Try to avoid any complication and talk with your PS.
A few flights of stairs should not be a problem, medically. It is unlikely to have an increased risk of infection or wound formation. As a matter of fact, I often recommend walking as much as possible to decrease your risk for blood clots. It may, however, be very uncomfortable for the first ...