I am 5 weeks post op tummy tuck and breast lift with no augmentation. I am healing nicely. However when i lift my breast i have what appears to be a hole. There is no leakage and I feel like it is closed it's just the way it looks. My next follow up is May 17th. Is this ok or should I be worried?
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I confess that I have a love/hate relationship with the term "Mommy Makeover." That said, the combination breast lift/aug and tummy tuck can provide excellent results for women looking to recover their figure, regardless of their Mommy status!
Your question is a common one, and there is often...
There is an ICD-9 diagnosis code and a CPT code for diastasis and repair respectively, and therefore where there's a will there's a way. I would say that it depends upon your insurance company and the person there who is reviewing claims or preauthorizations as well as your doctor's case...
Pain varies per person and medication to control #discomfort will be provided. Healing will continue for 2-3 months for the early period. This includes some swelling, bruising, malposition, color differences. Sensation in the breasts may also be abnormal and scars will be evolve. Tingling,...