Tightness in Chest and Short of Breath 3weeks Post Mommy Makeover. Is This Normal?

You should call your surgeon immediately if you are having shortness of breath and chest pain.  Those symptoms may be seen after a tummy tuck, but a physician should confirm you are not having a more serious problem.

This complaint should generate a call to your surgeon immediately. One would worry about the possibility of pulmonary embolism.

Tighteness in your chest (chest pains) and shortness of breath is NOT normal after surgery.  See your plastic surgeon or seek medical attention immediately.