Logo

Instructions for Abdominoplasty

POST-OP INSTRUCTIONS- Abdominoplasty

 

  1. Maintain head of bed at 30-degree angle.
  2. Keep knees flexed on 2 pillows.
  3. When getting out of bed, turn on side then push up avoiding flexing abdominal muscles.
  4. Record drain regularly (each drain separately) and write down on a sheet of paper.
  5. Wear garment at all times.
  6. May shower after you are seen by Dr. Afifi.
  7. NO ASPIRIN, IBUPROFEN, ALCOHOL or anything that causes bleeding for 2 weeks.  If in doubt, please ask Dr. Afifi.
  8. No heavy lifting (greater than 10 pounds) or sexual activity for 4 - 6 weeks.

 

  1. Medications:
    •Vicodin 1tablets by mouth every 4 hrs as needed for the pain.
    •Cipro 500 mg 2 times per day by mouth until gone.
  2. Activity:  Important to walk 4x/ day around house, after surgery.
  3. Diet: Clear liquids, advance to regular diet as tolerated.

Call office for: A) If temperature is 101.5 or greater
         B) Excessive drain output.
         C) Localized swelling or fluid collection.
         D) Redness extending from incisions.
         E) Purulent or foul smelling drainage from incisions.

  1. Any questions or concerns during business hours, call Dr. Afifi office (949) 767-7444.
  2. Follow-up Appointment: Dr. Afifi wants follow up appointments at 3 weeks, 6weeks, 3 months, 9 months and yearly after the procedure. It is your responsibility to make these appointments.

 click here to print instructions

Call Us For Your
Consultation Now

We'd love for you to contact us with any questions or comments. Call us or use the contact form.

Ph. (949) 767-7444

Newport Beach & Long Beach Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Ghada Afifi is dedicated to excellence in plastic surgery such as breast augmentation, liposuction, and botox treatments. Please come visit Newport Beach & Long Beach Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Ghada Afifi.

footer logo
2024 Ghada Y. Afifi, MD, FACS

Newport Office

Address:
1101 Dove St #130,
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Follow Us:

Santa Ana Office

Address:
2200 E. Fruit St #205,
Santa Ana, CA 92701
Follow Us: