Postoperative Bleeding after Plastic Surgery

Postoperative Pain: What is Normal? When to go to the ER

Dr. Alain Polynice explains what postoperative pain is normal after surgery and when it may signal an emergency. While incision-site pain, tightness, and muscle-related discomfort (such as after a tummy tuck with muscle tightening or breast implants placed under the muscle) are expected, pain should generally improve over two to three days. Pain that continues or worsens by day three or four may indicate abnormal swelling, fluid collection, wound-healing problems, or skin necrosis, including concerning purple or black skin changes, and should prompt contacting your doctor, calling 911, or going to the ER. He also highlights calf pain as a serious warning sign for possible DVT, which can lead to pulmonary embolism. 00:00 What Pain Is Normal 00:47 When Pain Becomes Emergency 00:58 Wound Issues And Necrosis 01:36 Calf Pain And Blood Clots 02:02 When To Call Doctor Or ER https://www.bodybypoly.com https://www.youtube.com/@bodybypoly

Post-Op Fever After Plastic Surgery: When to Worry About Infection

Post-Op Fever After Plastic Surgery: When to Worry About Infection Dr. Alain Polynice discusses postoperative fever after plastic surgery, noting that a mild temperature rise right after surgery can be common, but fever around day three or four may signal infection—especially with spreading redness, significant warmth, purulent drainage, or pus. He explains that slight warmth or redness limited to the incision can be normal, but redness that spreads and is increasingly warm to the touch should be monitored daily (including taking pictures) and may indicate worsening infection that can progress to sepsis. He highlights warning signs after breast surgery such as tender redness or markedly increased swelling on one side. Although patients receive antibiotics during and after surgery, infections can still occur, including infected sutures; prompt treatment is important, particularly with implants. He advises contacting your doctor immediately or calling 911 if needed, as IV antibiotics or minor suture removal and dressing may be required. 00:00 Post Surgery Fever Basics 00:24 Normal vs Concerning Temps 00:49 Incision Redness Warning Signs 01:16 Breast Surgery Infection Clues 01:29 Antibiotics and Infection Risk 01:51 When to Call or Go ER 02:16 Prevention and Final Takeaway https://www.bodybypoly.com https://www.youtube.com/@bodybypoly

Postoperative Bleeding after Plastic Surgery

Bleeding After Plastic Surgery: Warning Signs, Drains, and When to Call 911 This episode of Body By Poly Podcast with Dr. Alain Polynice covers postoperative bleeding as a potential complication after plastic surgery, especially procedures like tummy tucks and mommy makeovers that create large raw surface areas. It explains how surgeons cauterize and secure vessels during surgery, yet bleeding can still recur if a clot dislodges in recovery or a day or two later. The script highlights key warning signs such as a sudden increase in drain output (especially if it triples overnight), bloody drainage, marked one-sided swelling, one breast becoming much larger than the other, tight skin, and significant pain or tension—possible indicators of active bleeding or a hematoma. Drains are presented as a useful monitoring tool to help determine when drainage has stopped and removal is appropriate. Viewers are advised to call their doctor immediately, and if unreachable, call 911 or go to the ER for prompt evaluation. 00:00 Bleeding After Surgery 00:51 Why Drains Matter 01:06 How Bleeding Restarts 01:30 Warning Signs to Watch 02:13 Monitoring and Follow Ups 02:39 Hematoma and Wound Issues 02:55 When to Call for Help https://www.bodybypoly.com https://www.youtube.com/@bodybypoly

CAN'T CATCH YOUR BREATH AFTER SURGERY? IS IT PULMONARY EMBOLISM?

n this episode of Body By Poly with Dr. Alain Polynice we discuss a serious but uncommon post-surgery complication: pulmonary embolism. Polynice  explains that during longer surgeries poor circulation—especially in the lower extremities—can allow blood to pool and form a clot that may dislodge and travel to the lungs, causing an occlusion. Dr. Polynice reviews key warning signs after surgery, including chest pain, shortness of breath, racing heart rate, and calf pain, emphasizing that these symptoms require urgent contact with your doctor or calling 911. He outlines diagnosis and treatment in the hospital with imaging and anticoagulation, and describe preoperative risk assessment using the Caprini score, which considers BMI, age, varicose veins, personal or family clot history, and hormone replacement therapy, to guide prevention and possible postoperative anticoagulation. 00:00 Post Surgery Risks 00:41 Pulmonary Embolism Warning 01:07 What Causes It 01:30 Symptoms To Watch 01:48 Diagnosis And Treatment 01:57 Caprini Risk Score 02:51 Pre Op And Post Op Prevention 03:02 Final Takeaways https://bodybypoly.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@bodybypoly

Understanding the Global Plastic Surgery Fee

What Does Plastic Surgery Cost Include? A Breakdown of Your Global Fee with Dr. Alain Polynice Body By Poly Podcast Dr. Polynice explains what patients are paying for when quoted the cost of plastic surgery and advocates for a comprehensive “global” price that includes everything. It breaks down typical components of the fee: the surgeon’s fee for expertise, operating room costs at a surgery center or hospital, recovery at the center, and anesthesia services from an anesthesiologist or nurse anesthetist. It also notes additional items that may be included, such as implants for breast augmentation, surgery-related products, preoperative aids like arnica for swelling, postoperative scar and massage products like lotion, silicone gel or tape, and compression garments for swelling management. Polynice includes postoperative care and does not charge for postoperative visits, even a year later, and encourages patients to ask for a clear itemized breakdown in their quote. 00:00 What You Pay For 00:21 Surgeon and Facility Fees 00:47 Anesthesia Costs 00:57 Implants and Supplies 01:05 Pre and Post Op Products 01:29 All Inclusive Global Fee 01:40 Post Op Visits Included 01:54 Ask for a Fee Breakdown 02:01 Final Takeaway https://bodybypoly.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@bodybypoly