I ordered and started smoking E-cigarettes from Green Smoke in order to quit smoking cigarette's But, after more research I found it was the Nicotine that is bad. So, my question is...if I ordered and started smoking E-cigarettes with Nicotine-free filters (just flavored water vapor) before my surgery, would that be okay?
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Answer: Nicotine-free electronic cigarettes are a bad idea.
I usually advise my patients to wear a compression garment for 4 to 6 weeks following tummy tuck surgery. I believe it does help minimize fluid collections (seroma and hematoma) and helps swelling (edema) to resolve more quickly. Over the years, I have been surprised that most...
Unfortunately the "modified TT" or mini TT was not the correct option for you. You need a second opinion and than have a heart to heart with the surgeon. Best of luck.
I ask my patients to limit their lifting and any exercise for 6 weeks following a tummy tuck especially if I am tightening the abdominal muscles. Any forceful activity such as straining can disrupt the stitches in either the muscle repair or in the closure. At 2 weeks you should be...