Hello, 5 yrs ago I had colon resection and the following week I had ileostomy surgery. The reversal was done 11 months later. As a result of these surgeries, the adhesions caused multiple bowel obstructions. Last year I had surgery to remove the adhesions. My belly is a mess; uneven & saggy. Am I a candidate for a Tummy Tuck?
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July 8, 2019
Answer: Will a Tummy Tuck cause a disturbance to my bowel after a colon resection and ileostomy surgery?
I encourage you to continue to closely follow the instructions of your surgeon and call for any questions or changes. Be sure that your surgeon discusses "red flags" so you know what you should watch for in terms of concerns. These separations can occur and typically will heal nicely with p...
It is difficult to say what is causing the indentation without an examination. You are very early in your recovery yet, so it is likely the result of swelling. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon and keep all follow up appointments.
Congratulations on your tummy tuck! Returning gradually to exercise usually begins around 6 weeks post op. However concentrated core workouts should be avoided until around 3 months to allow for proper healing. Your surgeon is your best guide as he/she is most familiar with the details of yo...
