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I hope I'm posting this question is the right place. I filled out the pre-op paperwork for Dr Garcia in Mexico and got my quote. I was honest as to having three C-sections and Lipo on my lower stomach. I was quoted the standard price.

I know I have scar tissue or adhesions as I do feel pain and tenderness at times in my lower abdomen a few inches above my C-section scar and a feeling like something is ripping every time I sneeze.

My question is, has anyone with scar tissue or adhesions had any complications with the getting the sleeve and/or healing? Or did it present a problem for the doctor upon going in? Just wondering..

Thanks :)

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I didnt know I had adhesions until my surgery. When I woke up he told me he had to remove them and that all went well. no worries dear. I'm sure it will all be fine.

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Generally where they place incisions for c-sections is not where they place the incisions for vsg.

These are mine. You can't see the covered by my bra but its just below the xyphoid.

allons-y

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Thanks Birdmadgirl. Glad your surgeon removed them for you and good to know it didn't interfere with your surgery. I was worried about that could happen.

RebecaSparkeles, I see the incisions are pretty high up, I guess I was just curious since I know adhesions can grow and stick , mine are right under my belly button (as far as I know) down to my c-section... How are your incisions healing?

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Really good but I popped the stitch on the biggest incision which felt great as it was causing lots of pain which is now gone but as a result I have to be extra careful not to give myself a hernia- so dont strain when pooing- easy up & down w/ bed & chairs. Still have the lift restriction.

They glued me w/ dermabond & weren't very precise w/ it. One incision near bellybutton lifted up & the glue came off! My surgeon said its ok but keep it clean & dry.

I'm allergic to many adhesives so steri strips aren't an good option for me.

They itch like crazy- i lightly scratch around them but only over a t shirt.

allons-y

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I hope I'm posting this question is the right place. I filled out the pre-op paperwork for Dr Garcia in Mexico and got my quote. I was honest as to having three C-sections and Lipo on my lower stomach. I was quoted the standard price.

I know I have scar tissue or adhesions as I do feel pain and tenderness at times in my lower abdomen a few inches above my C-section scar and a feeling like something is ripping every time I sneeze.

My question is' date=' has anyone with scar tissue or adhesions had any complications with the getting the sleeve and/or healing? Or did it present a problem for the doctor upon going in? Just wondering..

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Tiff, I asked my surgeon this very question today. I have had 2 c-sections and I know that they had to take down lots of adhesions when they went in for the second c-section. He said that the incisions for the sleeve are made high around the ribs and the adhesions from my c-section are in my lower abdomen so they shouldn't interfere with surgery.

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Rebecca sparkles ouch! Sounds painful :( hopefully scarring will be minimal. I will keep it in mind when I am post op as I tend to push myself , as most women do trying to take care of kids and housework.

LynRN thanks so much for your reply, good to hear what the doc has to say about our situation :)

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Tiff, thanks for asking this question. I have quite a bit of scar tissue/adhesions and I have disclosed all surgeries to my doctor. However, mine are ALL over my belly. Every time they do something in there, it creates a lot of scar tissue and I know everything is probably fused together; however, I believe my surgeon will be able to go in and take care of all of it, soooo hopefully neither one of us will have any worries.

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On October 18, 2013 at 4:49 PM, prsist1869 said:

Tiff, thanks for asking this question. I have quite a bit of scar tissue/adhesions and I have disclosed all surgeries to my doctor. However, mine are ALL over my belly. Every time they do something in there, it creates a lot of scar tissue and I know everything is probably fused together; however, I believe my surgeon will be able to go in and take care of all of it, soooo hopefully neither one of us will have any worries.

Hi ... I to one aver lot of scar tissue. My surgery was aborted due to it! 😩 What was your outcome?

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I have a lot of scar tissue. My surgery was aborted due to it! 😩 Any advice from anyone that's still here?

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I hope I'm posting this question is the right place. I filled out the pre-op paperwork for Dr Garcia in Mexico and got my quote. I was honest as to having three C-sections and Lipo on my lower stomach. I was quoted the standard price.
I know I have scar tissue or adhesions as I do feel pain and tenderness at times in my lower abdomen a few inches above my C-section scar and a feeling like something is ripping every time I sneeze.
My question is, has anyone with scar tissue or adhesions had any complications with the getting the sleeve and/or healing? Or did it present a problem for the doctor upon going in? Just wondering..
Thanks [emoji4]

So my band of almost 10 years failed and I had to have it removed and I had a huge amount of scar tissue and adhesions. He said it will be no problem and that it will just be more sore possibly then a person without any surgeries. I also had gallbladder removed last year too. It should be fine :) a good doctor should be able to navigate and take it out.


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I had my surgery and it went well. I had the sleeve, he repaired two hernias and ALL is well. I believe with a good surgeon, they can perform this surgery with no issues.

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