I had an open distal pancreatectomy that left me with a significant scar. I then had 2 c-sections within 2 years of each other. I am considering abdominoplasty... but heard that this scar will make that difficult? does anyone have pictures of a before and after with this kind of scar?
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February 27, 2014
Answer: Vertical scar above the belly button, how will this effect an abdominoplasty?
Modify you diet and increase you exercise. you can see a general doctor for a check up to make sure you don't have a medical issue that contributes to your situation.
Thank you for the question. Tummy tuck and liposuction address different needs so it would help to conduct an in-person exam to give you an individualized answer.
A tummy tuck would probably be the best option because it offers the most effective way to correct loose skin and muscle s...
I think the best idea for you to avoid blood clots in the legs following any surgery is to make sure that you get out of bed and walk around as much as possible. Without any abnormal predisposition to a hypercoagulable state, compression boots would be a very expensive and probably not very...
