I have been seriously wanting the fat under my arms removed and wondered the recovery time. I also want a tummy tuck and lipo to remove fat from back and sides. I've been looking at this site for several months and not sure of terminology, i.e. Mommy Makeover or breast augmentation and extended tummy tuck. I am 63 years old, 5'3", approx 155 lbs
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Answer: Traveling Out of the Country for Plastic Surgery
Omega 3 fats (e.g. fish oil, EFA, flax seed oil, Krill oil), NSAID's (aspirin, ibuprofen, naprosyn), Vitamin E, "blood thinners" and a whole host of supplements and medicines can cause excessive bleeding and bruising and therefore increase your recovery time. When in doubt stay away from...
It is best in order to promote healthy healing that you avoid any form of THC prior to surgery and during recovery. This includes vaping marijuana. I've included a video specific to this topic that I hope you find helpful.
Thank you for your question. You need to follow up with your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon about your concerns. You should never self medicate, as that could be harmful to you.