I had bladder suspension surgery and the surgeon attempted to do it robotically but couldn't get through adhesions from previous surgeries so he had to open me up. I started running a fever off 100.3 within 18 hrs then up to 100.9 within 24 hrs. I was given 2 doses IV antibiotic fever went away. Discharged the next day and the day following discharge put on the Bactrim DS 800-160. Necrosis? Cellulitis?
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You should wait at least 6 months following the intra-abdominal surgery to make sure all of the intra-abdominal swelling has resided. Please note that insurance will not pay for your tummy tuck, but it might be possible to get them to pay for a scar revision. Please see link below to get your...
Thank you for posting your interesting question. Congratulations on having your tummy tuck. It is always best to allow the incision to heal and close completely without a scab before your apply silicone gel sheeting or a scar cream. I recommend that you follow up with your Board Certified...