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Why Does the Skin on my Abdomen Feel Soft Yet Painful After a TT? (photo)

asked 8 months ago by Chicago6997
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
Question viewed 205 times
Tags: female, 5 months post-op, healing, pain, tender

Hi, I had a full TT with lipo 5 months ago. All was great until recently. My abdomen feels a bit tight yet the skin above it feels bruised and soft. I have not gained any weight these past few months. Is this normal?

3 answers to Why Does the Skin on my Abdomen Feel Soft Yet Painful After a TT? (photo)

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Tenderness of skin after Tummy Tuck?

Thank you for the question and pictures. Congratulations on your recent tummy tuck surgery; it appears you will have a very nice results. Recent onset tenderness/ or pain may be related to a gradual return of sensation to the skin of the abdomen after the tummy tuck surgery. You should also be careful that your skin is not being irritated by tightfitting undergarments or clothing. Because your symptoms are of new/recent onset it may be in your best interest to be seen... more
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

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Tightness

One possible explanation is that you are doing more of your normal activity. As patients get back to their lives, it is not uncommon to see this kind of thing. I would check with your surgeon to make sure you are not having any problems.
Michael Hueneke, MD

Nashville Plastic Surgeon
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Tender skin after tummy tuck

It is difficult to say just why your skin is tender after five months, though tummy tuck does cause sensation changes which are quite lasting in the lower abdomen. Stiffness can persist in the lower abdomen and scar for a year or longer, and numbness can persist just as long. This is why tummy tuck seems to have the longest recovery compared to other cosmetic procedures. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd.com
Peter E. Johnson, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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