I had full Tummy Tuck with Muscle Repair and Liposuction 9 days ago. I still have my drains, and a lot of swelling in the flank area. Is this normal? Is there something that I can do for the swelling? It does go away, right?
December 19, 2014
Answer: Swelling Swelling is quite normal for 9 days after surgery. I normally advise my patients to wear their drains (if used) for about 2 weeks after surgery, and to wear their compression garment 24/7 for 3 weeks then from 3 to 6 weeks, during the day, but you can take it off at night. The garment will help reduce swelling. Swelling may take a few weeks to subside.
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December 19, 2014
Answer: Swelling Swelling is quite normal for 9 days after surgery. I normally advise my patients to wear their drains (if used) for about 2 weeks after surgery, and to wear their compression garment 24/7 for 3 weeks then from 3 to 6 weeks, during the day, but you can take it off at night. The garment will help reduce swelling. Swelling may take a few weeks to subside.
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May 3, 2009
Answer: Swelling will persist for a long time. This is absolutely normal.
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May 3, 2009
Answer: Swelling will persist for a long time. This is absolutely normal.
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