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7 Mos. After Bilateral DIEP Flap, my Abdomen Continues to by Puffy/swollen, What Can I Do? (photo)
7 mos. after bilateral DIEP flap reconstruction, my abdomen continues to be puffy/swollen when I get up in the morning sometimes, after pilates, housework, walking, on my feet much of the day, and at the end of the day. Is this normal? is there anything I should/can do? My PS seems more focused on the results of the breasts!
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Gramma216
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Post DIEP flap abdominal swelling
This can happen after a bilateral DIEP flap for up to a year, especially after exercise or at the end of the day like you described.
I would recommend massaging the area and waiting as it should improve with time.
The photos show an excellent result. Congratulations!
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7 Mos. After Bilateral DIEP Flap, my Abdomen Continues to by Puffy/swollen, What Can I Do?
Thanks for the posted photos. Your abdominal result is excellent and these residual swellings are common. Be happy with this great result.
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