I'm planning on having lipo done to my lower stomach. I'm 5'5 125, not overweight. I have someone to take me home, but not look after me the entire day and night. Is it okay for me to be alone?
Answer: Care after liposuction! Yes, unequivocally. Liposuction is a safe procedure but patients must have a
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Answer: Care after liposuction! Yes, unequivocally. Liposuction is a safe procedure but patients must have a
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August 5, 2015
Answer: Someone responsible should probably be in attendance on the day of liposuction. A lot depends upon the magnitude of the liposuction in the anesthetic chosen. I think it's a good idea to have someone immediately available the day of the procedure until the next morning.
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August 5, 2015
Answer: Someone responsible should probably be in attendance on the day of liposuction. A lot depends upon the magnitude of the liposuction in the anesthetic chosen. I think it's a good idea to have someone immediately available the day of the procedure until the next morning.
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August 3, 2015
Answer: Liposuction Thank you for your question!While it is always nice to have someone immediately around after surgery to get you to and from appointments, it is not necessary. You are not able to drive yourself home from surgery. However, you can make arrangements for whatever is convenient for you.After 24 hours, you are able to drive and move around as long as you are not taking narcotic pain medication.Please see your surgeon for specific post-op recommendations. If your surgeon is not board certified please seek the advice of a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in aesthetic and restorative body surgery.Good luck!Dr Schwartz
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August 3, 2015
Answer: Liposuction Thank you for your question!While it is always nice to have someone immediately around after surgery to get you to and from appointments, it is not necessary. You are not able to drive yourself home from surgery. However, you can make arrangements for whatever is convenient for you.After 24 hours, you are able to drive and move around as long as you are not taking narcotic pain medication.Please see your surgeon for specific post-op recommendations. If your surgeon is not board certified please seek the advice of a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in aesthetic and restorative body surgery.Good luck!Dr Schwartz
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August 3, 2015
Answer: Liposuction and At Home Care Post Operative It is pretty important to have someone at home with you, especially if you have a hi definition procedure or go under general anesthesia. Most my patients can do this alone as they are under local anesthesia, but I still suggest a nurse for a night or two or a family member to be there. Best, Dr. Emer.
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August 3, 2015
Answer: Liposuction and At Home Care Post Operative It is pretty important to have someone at home with you, especially if you have a hi definition procedure or go under general anesthesia. Most my patients can do this alone as they are under local anesthesia, but I still suggest a nurse for a night or two or a family member to be there. Best, Dr. Emer.
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August 3, 2015
Answer: Care after liposuction It sounds like you are having a fairly minor procedure (lower tummy liposuction only and you are quite petite to begin with). I guess it depends on what type of anesthesia you are having. If this is being done under local anesthesia alone you would be fine alone at home. However, if you are having sedation or general anesthesia then there is the possibility of nausea problems, feeling very drugged or sleepy for most of the day and evening in which case someone should be around to help you if necessary. Good luck!Thomas Taylor, MD, FACSPasadena, CA
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August 3, 2015
Answer: Care after liposuction It sounds like you are having a fairly minor procedure (lower tummy liposuction only and you are quite petite to begin with). I guess it depends on what type of anesthesia you are having. If this is being done under local anesthesia alone you would be fine alone at home. However, if you are having sedation or general anesthesia then there is the possibility of nausea problems, feeling very drugged or sleepy for most of the day and evening in which case someone should be around to help you if necessary. Good luck!Thomas Taylor, MD, FACSPasadena, CA
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