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After a Tummy Tuck I Am Still Swollen but the Swelling Hurts, Pulls and Skin Hurts. Normal?

i had a tummy tuck 7 wks. ago and am very swollen. the swelling hurts and pulls and my skin feels burning and cutting. is that normal

1 Doctor Answer | Asked by tsorch in Southington, CT
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Tummy Tuck and Swelling/Pain?

Thank you for the question. At 7 weeks after tummy tub surgery your symptoms seem somewhat severe for the stage in your recovery. Best to be seen/examined by your plastic surgeon for accurate diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Generally speaking, abdominal wall "swelling" after tummy tuck may be related to: 1. Swelling in the soft tissues. This may take several months to resolve and may worsen with increased activity or at the end of the day. ... more

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