Can you have a tummy tuck if you suffer from acid reflux issues?

January 13, 2014
Asked By:ladivapr

I want to have a tummy tuck but recently I had an episode of acid reflux that has made me wonder. When I get these GERD attacks I have the sensation of chest pressure and its harder to breath so wonder if I'm having the DR closed with no give in and I have the GERD attack what would be the effect? I'm afraid then I would not be able to breath with more compression. Or maybe is the severe DR that is causing the breathing issue?

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