I had a full tummy tuck 17 months ago. I still have to wear a compression garments all day and I take them off about 2 hours before bed. I stand and walk all day at work as a Retail Manager. I returned to work day 10 after my surgery, and it was really hard, but I forced myself up and at it.
I had swelling for almost the first year after surgery. Swelling now seems to be almost eliminated but I still have a severe burning and pulling sensation right on the thickest part of my scar (the center 3-4") Is this normal? Will massage help? I have been trying massage the last 3-4 weeks. It seems like it is helping a little. Any suggestions?
Answer: Abdominoplasty scar pain Thanks for the question. It is unusual to need a compression garment after 8 weeks. Scar pain can be caused from a number of issues including abnormal healing from the scarring (keloid or hypertrophic scars), injury to cutaneous nerves in the area, or other issues. Treatment at this point can include: 1. steroid injection - this can be particularly helpful in cases of hypertrophic scars or cutaneous nerve injury. Risks include atrophy or hypopigmentation in the injected area. 2. scar revision - this may help the pain and the appearance of the scar (if this is a problem) but it may also not help your pain and you have to deal with healing another surgery. The pulling sensation you describe may be an area of scar tissue or a deep suture that can be released with this method. Massage may help but you may be more likely to get improvement with the treatments above. Speak to your plastic surgeon in depth about your concerns. I hope this helps.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Abdominoplasty scar pain Thanks for the question. It is unusual to need a compression garment after 8 weeks. Scar pain can be caused from a number of issues including abnormal healing from the scarring (keloid or hypertrophic scars), injury to cutaneous nerves in the area, or other issues. Treatment at this point can include: 1. steroid injection - this can be particularly helpful in cases of hypertrophic scars or cutaneous nerve injury. Risks include atrophy or hypopigmentation in the injected area. 2. scar revision - this may help the pain and the appearance of the scar (if this is a problem) but it may also not help your pain and you have to deal with healing another surgery. The pulling sensation you describe may be an area of scar tissue or a deep suture that can be released with this method. Massage may help but you may be more likely to get improvement with the treatments above. Speak to your plastic surgeon in depth about your concerns. I hope this helps.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: See your surgeon It is unusual to still require your compression garment and experience burning. Massage may help, but please see your surgeon for a physical examination of your concern. Your scar may require surgical revision.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: See your surgeon It is unusual to still require your compression garment and experience burning. Massage may help, but please see your surgeon for a physical examination of your concern. Your scar may require surgical revision.
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September 1, 2015
Answer: Painful tummy tuck scar
IT sounds as if you are experiencing a hypertrophic or keloid scar. Quite frequently this will respond to steroid injections with relief of pain in 2-3 days. Consult with your surgeon about this option.
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Answer: Painful tummy tuck scar
IT sounds as if you are experiencing a hypertrophic or keloid scar. Quite frequently this will respond to steroid injections with relief of pain in 2-3 days. Consult with your surgeon about this option.
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February 17, 2009
Answer: Not typical a year after Tummy Tuck What you are describing is not the typical thing we would see over a year after surgery. I would follow up with your doc and get a physical exam. If he notices anything unusual, he may want to perform an imaging study such as a CT scan, but start with the physical exam. Good luck, Dr. S
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Answer: Not typical a year after Tummy Tuck What you are describing is not the typical thing we would see over a year after surgery. I would follow up with your doc and get a physical exam. If he notices anything unusual, he may want to perform an imaging study such as a CT scan, but start with the physical exam. Good luck, Dr. S
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December 9, 2013
Answer: Tummy Tuck scar may be hypertrophic or keloid 17 months after Tummy Tuck is a long time. You might have a hypertrophic scar or keloid. You need a clinical exam to determine why you still have these symptoms. I would recommend a follow-up with your surgeon.
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Answer: Tummy Tuck scar may be hypertrophic or keloid 17 months after Tummy Tuck is a long time. You might have a hypertrophic scar or keloid. You need a clinical exam to determine why you still have these symptoms. I would recommend a follow-up with your surgeon.
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