Cherry Hill Tummy Tuck doctors

While it is impossible to say if an abdominoplasty is the right procedure for you based on the limited photograph and without an exam, I usually remove caesarian section scars with my tummy tucks.  Many women have a little shelf of skin that hangs over the c-section scar despite how much diet and exercise they may do.  The abdominoplasty scar is typically much longer than a c-section scar and based on the photograph the incision would likely be much longer than what you currently have however it is impossible to do a consultation via the internet so I would suggest meeting with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to get a full examination, discuss your goals, discuss potential risks and benefits of surgery, and get more information.  Good luck!

Many ladies come in seeking a mini-abdominoplasty when in truth they really would most benefit from a full abdominoplasty.  The two procedures are quite different.  The mini-abdominoplasty while limiting the length of the incision and thus the resultant permanent scar also limits the amount of skin that can be removed.  It also limits the amount of muscle tightening.  

If you have stretch marks or loose skin that is located more than on the lower 50% of the area between the umbilicus and the pubic hair line, one generally needs a full abdominoplasty.  If muscle laxity is present above the umbilicus one generally needs a full abdominoplasty.  

The best advice would be to go meet with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area so that you can learn about the differences between these two operations as well as having a consultation which allows for a recommendation based on your physical exam.  Good luck!

Evan Sorokin, MD

Most plastic surgeons would want to know that an abdominoplasty incision had opened and was draining fluid such as the photos show.  It sounds like you have certainly had a difficult time with your recovery from your abdominoplasty.

Unfortunately despite best efforts, infections can occur with all times of surgery.  Even removing a small cyst or a mole can lead to an infection due to a break in the skin.  Your post stated that you had to change surgeons and this is unfortunate.  At this point I would without question suggest calling your new surgeon and if this is not possible you need to go to an Emergency Room and get treatment.

Forums online have become a wealth of information for the patient, and while this is truly a great thing none of us can provide medical advise to you without seeing you, examining you, and knowing the entire history.  The best thing for you to do at this point is to see your surgeon.  I tell my patients to call me 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with any questions and/or concerns and you should be able to reach your doctor with issues such as this!

I wish you a speedy recovery!

Good luck!