I had abdominal lipo in Nov 2011 and again in June 2012 as part of fat graphing to rebuild my breasts after mastectomy. Since then, my stomach muscles are very very tense and uncomfortable. The only time I do not notice the tension is when I am laying down and the muscles are not engaged. It seems that my stomach wants to suck in all on it's own and I really have to concentrate to try and get those muscles to relax. I sometimes feel better if I wear my compression garment. Ideas on why?
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If it is felt you are still bleeding then the bleeding needs to be stopped by reoperating. If it’s old liquified blood which would be brownish and it is felt to be old blood, a drain can be placed through the incision to allow the space to close in. It’s a special drain called a penrose and wil...
Should be relatively straightforward and uncomplicated. It is hoped you are well healed by now and if not, in communication with your surgeon. I hope you are enjoying your new contours!
We occasionally
see patients who have developed residual skin laxity following abdominoplasty
surgery.This can occur for a variety of
reasons following this type of surgical procedure.Regardless of the cause, you would benefit
from a surgical revision.Your pictures suggest significant
laxity of...
