When is it safe to be in a sauna after a tummy tuck?

Report These two surgeries should not be combined.  Focus should be on ensuring that the organ transplant is successful and that you are optimized for the donation as well.  The aesthetic surgery can wait. Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Los Angeles, CA

I'm sorry to hear of the issues you are having. If you are not improving return to the ER for further testing and treatment. Contact your surgeon in the DR for guidance. You may have difficulties finding a board certified plastic surgeon here willing to take you as a patient.

At one and a half years post op you are seeing your final results. If you are still experiencing swelling it is likely not associated with your tummy tuck or liposuction but may instead be GI related. If so visiting with a gastroenterologist may be helpful.

Pre operative labs vary by surgeon, patient, and procedure. Your surgeon may order blood work to check for general overall health. Women of child bearing age will be given a pregnancy test. Other tests will be ordered as your surgeon feels necessary. Having two units of your blood on hand is...

Congratulations on your surgery! Generally I advise patients that strenuous activity can resume after six weeks. That is also the time when it is safe to submerge in pools, the ocean, or a bath. However it's always best to first check with your surgeon as opinions may vary..

Because tummy tucks are considered cosmetic procedures, insurance doesn’t generally cover them. However, you can reach out to your provider to confirm this.