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Is Hardness and Swelling Normal 3 Months After a TT?

asked 9 months ago by Happy,but Not... in Secret Location
Latest answer by Michelle Spring, MD
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Tags: belly button, hard, normal, swelling, unhappy

I feel like i wake up in the morning and i look flat, then after only a few hours i look like this. when you have a TT are you supposed to still have rolls when you sit? Is swelling still normal at this time? i feel hard/pressure. My PS says i feel soft to him, but its still not comfortable...any suggestions? And does this look like a normal TT for 3 months post op? Also, for my belly button should i seek help from another PS to fix/hide my scar. Mine seems to think this looks normal...I HATE it

3 answers to Is Hardness and Swelling Normal 3 Months After a TT?

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Swelling after tummy tuck

Intermittent swelling can go on for many months - when you stand up after being in bed all night, the fluid can pool more because of gravity. If you have a very hard area, this can represent a collection of blood or fluid that may need to be treated, but it sounds like your surgeon has already checked this out. I would recommend patience (one of the hardest things to hear, I know), but I wouldn't consider a revision until at least 9 months (preferably a... more
Michelle Spring, MD

Marina Del Rey Plastic Surgeon
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Abdominoplasty and swelling

It can be normal to have swelling in 3 months after abdominoplasty. Massage and the control top underwear may help to speed up healing and stop the swelling that occurs at the end of the day. It may be possible to improve the appearance of your umbilicus. Shortening the stalk of the umbilicus and placating it to the fascia can allow the scar to be pulled into the umbilicus this may improve the appearance of your scars. It is always more difficult to fix it and do it right the... more
Wendell Perry, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Recovery after Tummy Tuck surgery

After tummy tuck surgery, it can take months for the swelling to subside. Yes, I have seen patients who will have more swelling later in the day after their activity. It can take 6-8 months sometimes for you to feel great all day (it's patient specific). As for the scar / belly button, I always suggest that patients wait at least 1 year after surgery to allow for the scarring to completely heal before considering revisionary surgery. The scar will continue to heal... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

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