Question 1

ive just had a mini tummy tuck with lipo of flanks. im 10 days post operation. when i sit my lower belly now makes a roll of fat over the incision and the incision tucks in. othis normal due to swelling? will it go down to make a flat belly?

Accepted Answer

: Not seeing the area cant tell you. Best is to have surgeon see it and answer your question.

Question 2

high bp,  hot flashes, and nausea, 5 days post op from tummy tuck. er says just high bp,  was given medication but still nauseous. any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Call your surgeon: Absolutely call the plastic surgeon who performed your surgery to tell them what you are experiencing and get seen asap.

Question 3

do blood vessels regrow?  i curious after you have surgery like a tummy tuck and they suture you together.  its been 2 years after mine and when i take a hot shower 3 below the suture line it gets flushed, but when i cool off its back normal color

Accepted Answer

Small vessels regrow: Whenever there is a wound such as after a surgery or after an accident, there is healing in which new small blood vessels form. There are lots of small nerve fibers in the skin. A surgery through the skin will cut some skin nerves, and often don't regrow to their original function. Maybe the nerves or blood vessels aren't originals, and dilate too much in hot water, thus creating the flushed look.

Question 4

just had a tummy tuck three days ago and unfortunately ive come down with a cold i am taking painkillers of course but was wondering what flu medicine would be safe to take with my painkiller which is hydrocodone-acetamin?

Accepted Answer

: If you have “ cold “&amp; “ flu” make sure to stay hydrated, use nasal saline rinse for congestion . Vapor … your pain pill after surgery contains Tylenol already - don’t take more. Optional is Ibuprofen to add on but take with food avoid stomach upset .Rest and hydration probably does the job without anything else . Extra vitamin C , fruits , soups makes you feel better . If doubt call your doctor.

Question 5

what is involved with tummy tuck?

Accepted Answer

Several things: Abdominoplasty is done to tighten the muscles of the abdomen, which have usually been stretched by pregnancy or massive weight gain, and to remove excess fat and skin from the abdominal wall. It is a big operation with a long incision just above the pubic hair that extends from hipbone to hipbone. You should make sure you are done having children before considering this operation.

Question 6

can you tell me about a tummy tuck?

Accepted Answer

Helps in many ways: A 'tummy tuck' or abdominoplasty is designed to help in multiple ways.  It allows for removal of excess skin and fat of the lower abdominal area, give more definition of the waste, and allow for for repair of the '6 pack' muscles that have seperated over time. In consultation, your doctor can show you how all those are done and the usual incision location (bikini line incision).

Question 7

what can i do instead of a tummy tuck?

Accepted Answer

Lose weight: Not to sound unkind, but weight loss is the only alternative.

Question 8

are there any alternatives to tummy tuck?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Some modalities can tighten skin.  Tummy tuck can be a very powerful operation. It's for those folks with extra skin and soft tissue. Many want the excess taken away. Some just want to fit into pants better. The abdominal muscles may also have spread out with pregnancy or just over time. The plication sews them back together. This flattens the tummy. See a board certified plastic surgeon.

Question 9

how is a pannectomy and a tummy tuck different?

Accepted Answer

The difference...: Is that in a panniculectomy, the excess "apron" of fat and skin is removed from the abdomen through a long incision at the lower abdomen. In an abdominoplasty, the same thing is done but also (and very importantly) the rectus muscles are brought back to their normal position in the midlne and the abdominal muscular wall is tightened.

Question 10

how is a tummy tuck done, and what is the cost?

Accepted Answer

Several: 1. You should be done having children.
2. You have excess abdominal skin and fat that cannot be lost with diet and exercise
3. You have a "postpartum potbelly" because of separation of the rectus muscles and abdominal wall laxity
4. You are within 10-15 lbs of your target weight
5. You are otherwise healthy
6. You can afford the procedure (not covered by insurance.)
good luck!
7 cost varies widely

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Ive just had a mini tummy tuck with lipo of flanks. im 10 days post operation. when i sit my lower belly now makes a roll of fat over the incision and the incision tucks in. othis normal due to swelling? will it go down to make a flat belly?

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High bp, hot flashes, and nausea, 5 days post op from tummy tuck. er says just high bp, was given medication but still nauseous. any suggestions?

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Do blood vessels regrow? i curious after you have surgery like a tummy tuck and they suture you together. its been 2 years after mine and when i take a hot shower 3 below the suture line it gets flushed, but when i cool off its back normal color

A member asked:

Just had a tummy tuck three days ago and unfortunately ive come down with a cold i am taking painkillers of course but was wondering what flu medicine would be safe to take with my painkiller which is hydrocodone-acetamin?

A member asked:

What is involved with tummy tuck?

A member asked:

Can you tell me about a tummy tuck?

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What can i do instead of a tummy tuck?

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Are there any alternatives to tummy tuck?

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How is a pannectomy and a tummy tuck different?

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How is a tummy tuck done, and what is the cost?

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