A 70 yo male who will be treated by radiation (photon vs proton) is also considering an abdominoplasty following weight loss. Abdominoplasty would be elective while radiation therapy would not. Should the abdominoplasty not be conducted given planning for radiation? Should one or the other procedure be conducted before the other? Which type of radiation (photon vs proton) would be more conducive to a successful abdominoplasty? Thanks
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Thank you for your question. Slight separation of wound edges may occur secondary to tension, swelling, diminished blood supply. Reviewing your photos, it appears that you are healing well. Continue with follow ups with your plastic surgeon. Keep the wound clean, use anti-biotic ointment. T...
Yes this area is just resolution of bruising. It is completely normal. It sounds like you are doing great with healing. Continue to follow your surgeon's instructions for optimal results.
At six weeks post op typically all restrictions are lifted and patients are able to resume activities as they wish. This does not mean they are fully recovered. Resuming activity is best done gradually. If you workout, swim and scuba dive all at one time from day one you'll probably be...
