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I Had a Mini Tummy Tuck As Well As Lipo 7 Months Ago, it Feels Hard Still and Swollen

asked 1 year ago by caralynn in Cincinnati, OH
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: female, abs

My lower ab area feels tight with almost at times a pulling sensation. The lower ab area is also still hard and still tingling at times around the area. Also there is a small indentation above pubic area and incision (the same incision for the birth of my child was used - 12 years ago) Please let me know your thoughts Thank You

7 answers to I Had a Mini Tummy Tuck As Well As Lipo 7 Months Ago, it Feels Hard Still and Swollen

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Mini tummy tuck results?

Thank you for the question. What you are describing is not uncommon after tummy tuck/ liposuction surgery. You will likely find that these findings/symptoms will improve over the course of several months/year. Best wishes.
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Mini Tummy Tuck

At 7 months, this is not common. They may have been aggressive and did high volume removal. If this is the case, then this is why you are still sore. Wear a compression garment, and you will gradually improve.
Vivek Bansal, MD

Danville Plastic Surgeon
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Firmness after Mini Tummy Tuck

It is still early in your healing and your abdomen should soften and can improve for up to another year. Massage and sometimes ultrasound treatments can be beneficial to hasten this process.
Richard Linderman, MD

Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon
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Swelling after a tummy tuck

A mini tummy tuck is a safe and effective procedure that can create a more contoured abdomen, a tight waist and a beautiful figure. Patients who received this procedure should be aware of the significant recovery process afterwards. We inform patients that they can anticipate some bruising, swelling, firm areas, under even areas, and discomfort, especially just after the surgery. Over time, as the swelling subsides the abdominal wall will become less firm, the patient will become... more
B. Pat Pazmino, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon

www.miamiaesthetic.com

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Abdomen is still firm 7 months after tummy tuck

It may take up to two years for your belly to feel normal and the skin to become supple after a mini tummy tuck.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Mini-tummy tuck results

It is always beneficial to evaluate a patient in person, but it is not uncommon for patients to have some residual numbness and firmness even 7 or more months after surgery.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Mini Tummy Tuck and Tightness

It sounds as if there may be adherent scar tissue causing some tightness and contour irregularities in the area of surgery.  It is difficult to tell exactly without photos and examination, however.   Your best bet would be followup with your original surgeon for further evaluation.
Stephen Delia, M.D.

Boston Plastic Surgeon

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