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Sore Lump After Tummy Tuck?

asked 2 years ago by anon
Latest answer by Sean A. Simon, MD
Question viewed 732 times
Tags: stomach, lumps

I found this little lump at the top of my stomach muscles. Is this normal? (see picture). It's solid and it's uncomfortable to touch and after I touch it, it's sore. But also after I touch the top of my stomach, it is also sore.

2 answers to Sore Lump After Tummy Tuck?

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Painful lump after tummy tuck

There are many possible causes of pain or a lump after an abdominoplasty. The timing after surgery and the techniques employed during the operation will help to determine the cause. A discussion with the operating surgeon during a follow up visit should take place to aid you in your recovery. The most important thing to rule out during the first several days to weeks after surgery is an infection. Your surgeon should be able to determine this with a physical examination. good luck. Dr.... more
Sean A. Simon, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Causes for upper abdominal muscle tenderness after tummy tuck

This could be due to alot of different reasons: returning sensation hematoma seroma suture from muscle plication liposuction fat necrosis etc It is best to point this out to your surgeon, who will be the best qualified to answer your question.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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