Deciding to undergo reconstructive plastic surgery after massive weight loss can be daunting and scary. However, most patients feel that this type of plastic surgery is an essential component of their weight loss journey.  In many patients’ quests to be smaller, they view their weight loss surgery as “Part One of Two” and plastic surgery as “Part Two of Two”.

Recovery after reconstructive plastic surgery falls into three phases. The three phases of recovery are the initial, intermediate, and final recovery phase. Each stage is distinctly different; however, the borders of each phase are often not clearly defined.

Phase 1: Initial Plastic Surgery Recovery

This phase begins at the end of surgery. You will wake up from anesthesia like a new bird emerging from an egg, ready to bravely take on a new world.  As you awaken from anesthesia, you will probably have some pain. Your pain will be treated with medication given through your veins.

You might experience some shivering. Your post-operative shivering is usually the result of the anesthetics and will wear off quickly in the recovery room.  You may be cold but this will be easily fixed with a warming blanket.

You will be observed in the recovery room by a nurse and overseen by an anesthesiologist.  Also, several different machines in the recovery room will monitor you. Once your vital signs are stable, and your pain is satisfactorily controlled, depending on the circumstances, you will be transferred to the hospital floor, recovery center, or discharged home. Due to the anesthesia and other medications, you may not remember any of your initial recovery. Amnesia is normal.

During the first couple of hours and for a few days, you will be exhausted.  Tiredness is normal. Your body is devoting a lot of energy to healing your wounds.

Issues To Be Aware Of After Plastic Surgery

There are several things to watch for during this initial phase. In general, most plastic surgery procedures go well without complications. However, below are some conditions to be aware of.

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