The type of anesthesia administered depends on several factors, including the extent of surgery and the patient’s tolerance of pain. Most people having this surgery have general anesthesia, so that they are unconscious and pain-free during the operation. For a mini-tummy tuck, patients may instead receive local anesthesia that is combined with a sedative to […]
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After surgery the following temporary symptoms are common. They usually resolve quickly. Discomfort or pain, which may need pain medication during the first few days Bruises and swelling of the abdomen Bleeding Numbness of the central part of the abdomen below the navel Nausea or vomiting after general anesthesia Patients usually need to wear a
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Here are some frequently asked questions related to abdominoplasty (tummy tuck): Q: My surgeon said I should have a tummy tuck instead ofliposuction because I have too much loose skin. Why wouldabdomen surgery be better for me? A: The best candidates for liposuction have firm, elastic skin. If it is likely that the abdominal skin might hang down in an
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Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to abdominoplasty (tummy tuck): Abdominoplasty or tummy tuck is a surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat and tighten abdominal muscles. It is not a weight-loss technique. The best candidates for a tummy tuck are healthy adults who have a fairly normal weight. They have
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Here are definitions of medical terms related to abdominoplasty (tummy tuck): Abdomen: The part of the body that lies between the chest and the pelvic region Abdominoplasty: An operation that involves surgically cutting out excess skin and fat from the abdomen and sometimes tightening abdominal muscles; commonly called “tummy tuck” Anesthetic: A drug used to temporarily reduce or
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Here are some reliable sources that can provide more information about abdominoplasty (tummy tuck): American Society for Aesthetic and Plastic Surgery Phone: 1-888-272-7711 http://www.surgery.org American Society of Plastic Surgeons Phone: 1-888-475-2784 http://www.plasticsurgery.org Cosmetic Surgery and Skin Care News http://www.cosmetic-surgery-news.com/cosmetic_surgery.htm
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Nearly nine out of ten people with back pain will recover without treatment within the first month. Treatment depends on the condition that is causing the pain. Some of the conventional treatments that have long been used to treat back pain – including traction, corsets, and electrical stimulation – are now accepted to be generally
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Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to breast cancer. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the United States. Recent findings indicate that an American woman has a one in eight chance of developing breast cancer during her lifetime. Most breast lumps are not cancerous; they are benign.
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Gallstones may cause no symptoms at all or may cause various symptoms, sometimes severe. Most gallstones don’t cause illness and are termed “silent” stones. They often are discovered accidentally, when an individual has medical tests for other health concerns. Silent gallstones may be small enough to pass through the ducts between the liver and small
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Tonsillitis is an infection of the tonsils. It is caused by either a virus or a bacteria (usually the bacterium known as streptococcus – the same bacterium that causes “strep throat”). Tonsillitis mostly occurs in young children. What Are Tonsils? What are Adenoids? The tonsils are a pair of small almond-shaped organs located of the mouth on both sides of
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The main symptom of tonsillitis is a sore throat. It may develop either suddenly or gradually. It may be either mild or severe. Your child may: Find that it hurts to swallow. If the pain is intense, the child may stop swallowing saliva and start to drool. Complain of an earache Have a fever of 101 degrees
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