I had a tummy tuck/muscle repair exactly a week ago and saw my surgeon today. He removed the dressings and said I am healing fine. When I went to the bathroom tonight I sat down and felt a popping sensation and a quick sharp pain, only lasting seconds. Standing up I see a small bulge bellow my belly button slightly to the right that I did not notice before. Is it possible that I could have popped a suture? How would I know if I did?
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January 18, 2018
Answer: How to know if I have "popped" a suture after tummy tuck?
Bromelain, turmeric and ginger are often used to reduce inflammation, which may be helpful during your tummy tuck recovery. However, there may be some contraindications to taking this concoction before your surgery. Each plastic surgeon has their own set of guidelines for what to avoid and what...
Plan on having an anchor tummy tuck that will allow its removal and to hopefully provide a better outcome. Your scar should be a marked improvement over where you are starting.
Yes, you should be able to have a TT with a peptic ulcer and hiatal hernia. The TT is unrelated. Tightening the rectus muscle can increase your reflux, however. Your peptic ulcer should be controlled as well. A consultation with a board certified PS would be in order as well as an approval to pr...
