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Swelling 6 Weeks After Tummy Tuck
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Can i take L-carnitine 6 months after tummy tuck surgery?
Yes: There should be no contraindication to the use of carnitine at this point. ...Read more
See 4 more doctor answersSwelling (Definition)
Swelling is the enlargement of organs, skin, or other body parts. It is caused by a buildup of fluid in the tissues. The extra fluid can lead to a rapid increase in weight over a short period of time (days to weeks). Swelling can occur all over the body (generalized) or only in one part ...Read more
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I'm having swelling after my first full knee bend 6 weeks after ACL reconstruction. Is this normal?
Yes: gradual buildup of activity to tolerance is what you need to do. Pain and worsening needs to be looked at ...Read more
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Pain in tummy worse after eating had for 6 weeks losing weight?
Time to see a doctor: Evaluating this requires an exam and probably some tests. It sounds like it is not going away by itself. Find out what it may be and start treatment. Don't let things get worse or lead to secondary problems. Best wishes for getting back to health. ...Read more
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Pain around belly button 3weeks after gallbladder surgery. Been good till this week. ?
See your surgeon: Pain at a laparoscopy site is part of the surgery, but it generally continues to improve rather than returning or worsening. Evaluation needed. ...Read more
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6 yrs ago abdominal lipoma. Vertical cut-3 hernia surgeries after last surg.Placed mesh and last wk much discomfort. Whats next? Following the removal of my abdominal tumor, i developed a hernia 3 months later- had laproscopic hernia repair. Few months la
See your surgeon: If the problem is discomfort, it may not be related to the hernia, rather scar tissue. If you think the hernia is back, see a surgeon with experience in abdominal wall reconstruction, including perforator soaring techniques for "component separation". Not sure what you need however without a complete evaluation - history, exam, review old records and ct scans. ...Read more
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Is pain and stiffness 6 weeks after SAD shoulder surgery normal?
Pain/stiffness occur: Pain and stiffness is definitely common at just 6 weeks after a subacromial decompression of the shoulder. Physical therapy and NSAIDs will help. Expect a steady improvement in motion, pain relief and overall feeling better between 6 and 12 weeks after similar surgery. ...Read more
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I had laparoscopic surgery 7 days ago for umbilical incisional hernia, repaired with 6" long mesh, still having lots of pain left lower tummy.normal?
Yes: yes the pain will be there for a while you can minimizing it by wearing abdominal binder and applying some heat and make sure your bowls are regular ...Read more
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Can you have a tummy tuck & muscle repaired three weeks after having venial hernia repair?
Best to wait: No, best to wait especially if you had an open hernia repair. If i see a a patient with a hernia who also has excess skin, then we do a combined procedure with the surgeon as it limits upper abdominal scars, gives a stronger repair as the divarication is repaired first, the hernia is repaired with a laparoscopic mesh, and an abdominoplasty is carried out as well. ...Read more
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I have swelling of my testicles and foreskin 4 days after my hernia operation pain subsiding slowly after taking paracetimo l?
Not uncommon: It is not uncommon to have some swelling and sometimes bruising of your testicle and foreskin after hernia surgery, especially if it was done laparoscopically. It will go down. If it continues or gets worse talk to your surgeon. ...Read more
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Laparoscopic double inguinal hernia surgery 4 1/2 months ago still real sore right testicle. Recently start feel discomfort groin& pubic area can do?
Give it more time: Sometimes the blood supply to the testicle is slightly compromised due to swelling, etc. Good scrotal support, non steroidal medication is what is needed. And more time. ...Read more
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Should a large seroma from dbl lap hernia surgery be gone after 6 months?
Usually : A seroma is a fluid collection that forms in body spaces, such as where a hernia bulge was present before surgery; the larger the hernia, the higher the probability of a seroma forming. This is typically reabsorbed within weeks after surgery, although underlying mesh may slow this down. Rarely, it persists for months and may require aspiration. I advise you to return to see your surgeon. ...Read more
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My belly is loose after c-section after 1 year?
See your OB doc: 1st , it depends if you want more children or not, if u do then as long as u do not have an incisional or umbilical hernia u should wait until after your next child, if u do not want anymore children then you may need surgery to fix the condition. ...Read more
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Seroma after mini tummy tuck. I'm away on vacation. What should I do?
Seromas are annoying: If you can see your doctor in a few days its ok to wait... If not, you will need to find a local surgeon to remove the fluid. The liquid in a seroma is slowing down your healing by preventing the skin from adhering to the underlying muscles so you should get it taken care of soon. ...Read more
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Abdominal pain 2 weeks after C-section and tubal ligation?
Depends: Healing can take 6 weeks typically after c-section. It depends on what you mean by pain. How much pain? Where? What helps it? What makes it worse? How do you feel otherwise? ...Read more
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Bleeding after intercourse and right side pain. Partial laproscopic hysterectomy 9 years ago. Belly button pain as well.
3 problems: 1. Bleeding after intercourse in some one who has had a hysterectomy is not common. The doctor will need to do an exam to determine where the bleeding is coming from since you have no uterus. 2. Right sided pain if severe and/or associated with nausea, fever or vomiting could indicate appendicitis and prompt evaluation is needed. 3. Umbilical pain (belly button) could indicate a hernia. ...Read more
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Is it normal after open inguinal hernia surgery to get extra sore again after my first few bowel movements since the surgery 6 days ago?
Not unusual: to have post-operative pain for one or two weeks after hernia repair surgery. If it persists beyond this time, consult with your surgeon. ...Read more
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Will the belly button get infected 5 weeks after larposcopic appendectomy?
It can: Usually, if an infection is going to occur, it does so in the first 2 weeks or so. A suture that has not dissolved or a permanent suture may have gotten infected. You need to see your surgeon. ...Read more
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Lower tummy and back pain during 37 weeks pregnancy. Labor?
Braxton hicks: Most likely they are practice contractions. I used to get them every time i stood up from a sitting position. Baby starts to move lower and reposition for labor which puts pain on your back. Good luck and congrats! ...Read more
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Vaginal birth possible after C-section and tummy tuck?
That answer: is entirely up to your OB
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Been having tenderness around belly button 5 weeks after gallbladder removal. What to do?
Could b hernia : Small umbilical hernia can cause intermittent pain and nausea. They can be difficult to diagnose. After laprascopic gallbladder removal a hernia at the port site is possible. Check with your doc and an ultrasound of the abdominal wall may show the hernia. ...Read more
Tummy Tuck (Definition)
A tummy tuck involves enhancing the appearance of the abdomen. In order to provide the best results there is skin resection, liposuction and muscle tightening ...Read more
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