Is It Normal to Feel Great 18 Days Post Op from a Full TT and Lipo of the Flanks?

Thank you for your question.  Congratulations on your successful surgery!

Each patient is different and yes, I have had patients who "feel great" 2 weeks after surgery.  Remember that you need to take it easy and listen to your body (and your surgeon) to have the best results.  If you start doing too much, too soon, you may end up with complications.

Best wishes.

 

It is definitely possible to feel great 2 1/2 weeks after your tummy tuck and liposuction. Often times when liposuction is combined with the tummy tuck, the surgeon does not have to elevate the abdominal skin as aggressively compared to performing an tummy tuck alone. This can contribute to a quick recovery after surgery. But most importantly, the rate of healing and pain tolerances can vary significantly from one patient to another. Regardless of how you feel, you are still healing. So, follow the advice of your plastic surgeon with regard to activities.

Thanks for your question! Glad you're doing well!!

Every patient heals at a different rate, and every surgeon uses slightly different techniques, so recovery time is variable. In general, I find that my patients feel terrible for about 5-7 days after a tummy tuck, and then begin to feel better each day. Most of my patients can go back to work (assuming no heavy lifting) in about 14 days, so feeling "great" 18 days later is fairly common with my patients. Good luck for your remaining recovery and try not to overdo it and do too much!