Had a panniculectomy almost 5 months ago now, my stomach & upper thighs are still numb & my Vagina is swollen on one side I mean HUGE no pain ( from what I can tell it is also numb ) but, it looks terrible. Is this normal will the swelling go away? My thighs and stomach are still numb from my new belly button down to my upper thighs, is this normal?
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Each surgeon has his or her preferences when to commence physical activity. Moreover, her surgeon understands the scope of surgery and her medical condition better than anyone on this site would. With those caveats, 4 to 6 weeks post surgery would be an approximate date that the surgeon will...
This is a great question. Panniculectomy, even without adding the upper abdominal contouring, is one of the most satisfying procedures for our patients. As you are aware the panniculectomy addresses only the lower abdomen skin and fat excess while a full tummy tuck addresses the entire...
Hi MGarcia0504
Pain, swelling and discomfort post-op can all be part of the normal recovery process. The 6 weeks for a compression garment is usually only a guide - some of my patients find it more comfortable to wear for a longer time.
Have you had a face-to-face post-op checkup with your...