What is the best position to sleep 2 weeks post tummy tuck with seroma? I do sleep with my compression off only for the shower!

February 16, 2019
Asked By:Stef170127 in Miami

I just want to know what’s the best position for sleep with out making it worse and helping it get reabsorbed by the body I do leave my compression on 24/7 off only for showers? Is flat better is semi Fowler’s, side, fetal position. 

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February 20, 2019

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February 20, 2019

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Answer: Sleeping position

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February 20, 2019

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February 20, 2019

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February 20, 2019

Answer: Sleeping position

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February 20, 2019

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February 20, 2019

Answer: Sleep Position after Tummy Tuck

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February 20, 2019

Answer: Sleep Position after Tummy Tuck

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