Serious consequences of using a corset for a slim waist
When the corset is squeezed, the intestines are pressed against the lungs, causing difficulty breathing, constipation, and the blood supply to the abdominal organs is no longer physiological.
After giving birth, Ms. Hong Yen in Ho Chi Minh City bought a corset to use with the hope of reducing her waist size by 100 cm. After three days of wearing the corset, her abdomen became red, itchy, had spasms of pain, and then had difficulty breathing.
Ms. Yen went to the hospital for examination. The doctor diagnosed her with gastric reflux, caused by the compression of the corset on her skin causing an allergy.
According to Dr. Nguyen Anh Tuan, Head of the Department of Plastic Surgery - Aesthetics, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, the corset only has a mechanical effect.temporarily compresses fat and skin around the abdomen but does not help slim the abdomen.KWhen squeezed too tightly, the digestive system is pushed up to the diaphragm, compressing the lungs, causing difficulty breathing, and blood flow to the abdominal organs is no longer normal.
"For women who have just given birth, a belly bandmay cause difficulty breathing, abdominal pain,"Reducing the excretory function causes clogged pores, thereby irritating the skin and reducing blood flow to the skin," said Mr. Tuan.
Abuse of corsets can cause gastroesophageal reflux and skin irritation. Photo: GGS |
Doctor Tuan also said thatUsing a corset while exercising is also ineffective.due to atrophy of the abdominal musclesloose skin. In addition, overusecorsetcan cause mechanical problems in the stomach, typically gastroesophageal reflux.
Mr. Tuan recommends that women should only wear a corset at a comfortable level, not continuously, and remove the corset before going to bed. It is best toPractice abdominal exercises diligently and have a suitable diet. This is the safest and most effective way to lose weight.