Self-care at Home Following Abdominoplasty
Follow the advice of your doctor, but here are some general self-care ideas:
- Rest as much as possible and follow all wound-care instructions.
- For at least one month, avoid excessive exercise or heavy lifting.
- Report any bleeding, severe discomfort, or odd symptoms to your doctor.
Your doctor may suggest you do the following:
- To prevent deep vein thrombosis, use compression stockings on your legs for seven to ten days following the operation.
- Wear a compression garment over the surgical site for several weeks.
Long-term prognosis after abdominoplasty
You should be aware that undergoing an abdominoplasty will not prevent you from gaining weight in the future. Scarring is permanent but will fade over time. Be patient; it could take a year or so. Some puckering on the scar’s outer edge may remain.
Abdominoplasty alternatives
- Other alternatives include:
- Eating a low-fat, healthful diet
- Frequent exercise wearing foundation garments to flatten the belly area
- talking to a counselor or psychologist – this may help you overcome your self-consciousness about your look