How long do I need to wait to get a tummy tuck after undergoing laparoscopic myomectomy to remove fibroids? I am insured through an HMO (Kaiser) and I'm having problems finding a plastic surgeon who is willing to work with my HMO doc...otherwise I would be opting to have both procedures done at once. Also, are there major pros/cons to having the two surgeries done at once?
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April 18, 2017
Answer: Abdominoplasty and laparoscopic hysterectomy
The drains used after tummy tuck or body contouring procedures are small, non-reactive silicone tubes. Once they are removed the elastic properties of your tissues start to collapse the drain tract. The small entry site of the drain heals on its own in several days. I typically...
Hello Kika. I agree with the rest of the doctors that you are having some healing problems just above your tummy tuck scar. It looks like some of your skin does not have enough circulation to survive. This is called skin necrosis. You should see your physician soon and...
It appears that you are having some form of umbilical necrosis or poor blood flow to your belly button and have formed an eschar (scab). It will take time to heal and should be closely followed by your surgeon to see if you may need further intervention in the future. There is a good...