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A tummy tuck is a serious [http://www.nexusdb.com/wiki/index.php?title=User_talk:Mayteconre75937 visit my website] medical procedure that many men and women undergo each year. Your commitment to recovery and self-care will ensure that your body has the best chance for full recovery. Following your physicians directions for post-operative care is the most important thing you certainly can do for belly tuck recovery. 

After your belly tuck, you will rest in a room, or you could even be admitted to the hospital overnight. In either case, your physician is likely to be monitoring you as you come out of general anesthesia, or the local anesthesia wears off. You will have swelling in the abdominal area, and it will be tender. You will be given antibiotics and painkillers to assist in your belly tuck recovery. It is important that you talk any allergies you have and any other vitamins, herbs or medications you take so that the medications prescribed for your recovery is likely to be right for you. As with all antibiotics, it is very important to simply take the full course of medicine, as prescribed. 

Once you are released, most physicians will prescribe two to three days of bed rest. While they may seem like three very long days, it is essential for your belly tuck recovery that you follow your doctors directions. If possible, have a friend or family member stay with you for those initial days at home so that they can help you and keep an eye on you as you recover. You will receive personalized instructions on medication, compression, elevation and rest during this time. Your physician may even be able to give you advice on ways to minimize scarring. 

After your initial belly tuck recovery, you will slowly be able to return to your normal activities. Your level of fitness will ultimately determine how long your belly tuck recovery takes. For most people, it takes about 6 months for full recovery. After your initial weeks of recovery, your physician will prescribe a diet and exercise routine to follow for optimum belly tuck recovery. At any time, it is important to call your doctors office if you experience excessive pain, swelling or bleeding. The office will be able to make suggestions, or schedule an appointment if necessary. 

After your recovery [http://www.nexusdb.com/wiki/index.php?title=User_talk:Mayteconre75937 visit my website] is complete, scar tissue will continue to fade and your abdomen will have the flat, tight look that you desire. Great results are typically visible about 8 months after the operation.