I just had a tummy tuck, lipo and hernia removal. I would like to know if the tightness and discomfort of the throat is normal. I recently went to the emergency room because of this and they did ekg test, blood work and xrays. Dr told me everything came back fine. But this tightness of the throat comes and goes. What should i do? Is this normal after a tummy tuck?
Answer: Tightness Hello, Yes, Tightness is very normal after a tummy tuck procedure. However, this is somewhat difficult to assess accurately without pictures or an examination. A small subset of patients do experience some uncomfortable "stiffness" after a tummy tuck which takes some time to resolve and improve. Scar does remodel over time, sometimes a year and a half after the primary incision. My recommendation would be to continue to push through the tightness with stretching. Also, I have seen some benefit with physical therapy to help stretch the scar tissue. Hope this helps Dr. Dillon
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Tightness Hello, Yes, Tightness is very normal after a tummy tuck procedure. However, this is somewhat difficult to assess accurately without pictures or an examination. A small subset of patients do experience some uncomfortable "stiffness" after a tummy tuck which takes some time to resolve and improve. Scar does remodel over time, sometimes a year and a half after the primary incision. My recommendation would be to continue to push through the tightness with stretching. Also, I have seen some benefit with physical therapy to help stretch the scar tissue. Hope this helps Dr. Dillon
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Answer: Tightness in throat after surgery
If you had general anesthesia for your procedure it is not uncommon to feel a sore throat and swelling afterward as a result of the breathing tube that was placed during surgery. This may last for several days however if it continues after the first week, I would discuss this with your surgeon and have them look into it further.
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Answer: Tightness in throat after surgery
If you had general anesthesia for your procedure it is not uncommon to feel a sore throat and swelling afterward as a result of the breathing tube that was placed during surgery. This may last for several days however if it continues after the first week, I would discuss this with your surgeon and have them look into it further.
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July 8, 2011
Answer: Sore throat after abdominoplasty
It is most commonly related to the breathing tube used during a general anesthetic and should only last a few days. Analgesic throat sprays can help. If it persists more than 48 hours, let your surgeon know.
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July 8, 2011
Answer: Sore throat after abdominoplasty
It is most commonly related to the breathing tube used during a general anesthetic and should only last a few days. Analgesic throat sprays can help. If it persists more than 48 hours, let your surgeon know.
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October 22, 2016
Answer: You need to share your concerns with your surgeon There can be multiple causes for throat Tightness. The most common is the irritation from
the breathing tube during general anesthesia. The other can be reflux due to the hernia repair and abdominal muscle Tightening. The concern when you went to ER was pulmonary embolism which is a serious condition and looks like it wad ruled out.
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October 22, 2016
Answer: You need to share your concerns with your surgeon There can be multiple causes for throat Tightness. The most common is the irritation from
the breathing tube during general anesthesia. The other can be reflux due to the hernia repair and abdominal muscle Tightening. The concern when you went to ER was pulmonary embolism which is a serious condition and looks like it wad ruled out.
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January 9, 2014
Answer: Sore throats after tummy tuck A sore throat after general anesthesia is often related to a breathing tube placed by the anesthesiologist at the time of the procedure. With care, the irritation can be minimal, though if roughly done, a sore throat can linger. Your primary doctor could take a quick look, and perhaps a throat swab if infection is suspected. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd
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January 9, 2014
Answer: Sore throats after tummy tuck A sore throat after general anesthesia is often related to a breathing tube placed by the anesthesiologist at the time of the procedure. With care, the irritation can be minimal, though if roughly done, a sore throat can linger. Your primary doctor could take a quick look, and perhaps a throat swab if infection is suspected. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd
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