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Is Swollen Pubic Area After Tummy Tuck Permanent?
After 4 weeks, I am still swollen but I am concerned that around my pubic area is more swollen and look kinda high. Will that go away or stay like that? I have heard different things just want a opinion.
Asked 32 months ago by
viki in florida
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Tummy tuck and the pubic area?
Thank you for the question.
Since you are only 4 weeks out of surgery some degree of swelling may explain the prominence of the pubic area.
You are correct however that for many patients undergoing tummy tuck surgery the pubic area may be an area of concern. This area may be large ( prominent) , ptotic (low), or deflated. Therefore, I think it is important to address the pubic area when performing the tummy tuck surgery.
When planning the tummy tuck incision it is possible...
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Swollen mons pubis (pubic area) after tummy tuck is common
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Swollen pubic area after Tummy Tuck
A few things may be going on - It may be swelling that can last several months, but I do not think this is the issue. More likely, as the tummy tuck was done, your pubic area was lifted which is normally fuller. This can give the appearance of what you are describing.
The ways to avoid this is to perform liposuction of this area at the time of the tummy tuck. For more significant pubic fullness, a formal "monsplasty" or pubic lift/reduction may be needed. Your problem may be...
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