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Upper Abdominal Pain 8 Weeks PO? (photo)
Hello. I am 8 weeks PO from TT and muscle repair and am experiencing significant pain above and to the right of my belly button. I did some light lifting of weights at the gym about a week ago (after being cleared to do so by my PS) and am afraid I hurt myself. This pain has been occurring consistently for over one week and seems to be getting worse rather than better. I have done no more activity and have done my best to rest to try to recover. Is it possible that I injured an internal suture?
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nomorespanxs
in Bethlehem, PA
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Pain after tummy tuck
Your result looks great and it is unlikely that you injured something. If you experienced pain after your exercise, I would try starting again when the pain subsides with lighter exercise. Please follow up with your plastic surgeon as well so that he can fully examine you and make sure everything is fine. Best wishes!
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Pain following abdominoplasty
At 8 weeks post op from an abominoplasty you are still in the early healing period and the soft tissue will be stiff. It is possible that you have aggravated a sensory nerve or caused the muscle to go into spasm. In any event it should be temporary. Modify your activities according to how you feel and if the condition does not improve over the next few weeks get it evaluated by your plastic surgeon. It is unlikely that you have caused any permanent harm.
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Upper Abdominal Pain 8 Weeks After Tummy Tuck
Did you feel anything pop or intense pain when you were working out? You may have popped a suture. This is difficult to answer without examining you. However, if you abdomen looks the same as before, you probably did not do any significant damage to your plication. As always, see your plastic surgeon for an exam.
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Pain after tummy tuck
You could have torn some stitches at the fascia closure site near your belly button. It generally will get better with time. Check with your PS if if does not get better in a week.
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Upper Abdominal Pain 8 Weeks PO?
You would be best to chat with your surgeon, who can decide if an actual exam would be in order.
It is quite common to develop discomfort after resumption of activities, and usually this is self-limiting, and not a sign of anything needing treatment or correction.
Thanks for your question, best wishes.
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Pain after exercising
More than likely the repair to the muscles is holding strong, as there does not appear to be a contour deformity in the upper abdomen in the photograph. Since you haven't exercised in several weeks, even what you consider a "light" workout could have been more than what your body was ready to do. If the pain persists, I would definitely contact your plastic surgeon to have him/her evaluate you.
Good Luck
Robert Kratschmer, MD
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Aggressive Exercise Postop Can Cause Pain.
Thank you for your question and photo. While it is safe to resume exercise at 8 weeks postop, it is advisable that you gradually resume regular activity. Weights at 8 weeks postop is very agressive and it is not surprising that you have pain. Back off a bit and go to light activities like walking on a tread mill or elliptical. Your body should heal itself and resolve the pain. Ibuprofen at this point is safe and should help your musculoskeletal pain resolve more...
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Upper Abdominal Pain 8 Weeks PO?
Best to see your surgeon very soon to be examined to determine the cause of this right paramedic upper pain.
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Pain 8 weeks after tummy tuck
Thanks for your question and picture. You appear to have a good result so far. If your pain started after exercising, it is possible that you are experiencing some muscle spasm. You are still early in the process of healing and your tissues are not as compliant as they will be with time. If the pain seems to be getting worse, then you should see your plastic surgeon so he or she can evaluate you in person.
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Pain after working our after a tummy tuck
Your pain is most likely associated with the work out. If concerned, an exam by your doctor may reassure you.
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