4 Weeks Post-Op Tummy Tuck With Lipo My Stomach Still Shows a Bulge and is Loose when I Sleep Side Ways, What Can I Do? (Photos)

asked 9 months ago by Jannett in texas,usa
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: female, 1 month post-op, African American, bulge, loose skin

I had total abdominoplasty with lipo 4 weeks back.My stomach still shows a bulge and loose stomach when i sleep side ways.Doc could not do lipo on upper stomach fearing infection and has asked me to try after 6 months.I am unhappy with this bulge.Is it swelling and will my stomach get flatter after 3 months.I have lost only 1" waisline.

5 answers to 4 Weeks Post-Op Tummy Tuck With Lipo My Stomach Still Shows a Bulge and is Loose when I Sleep Side Ways, What Can I Do? (Photos)

Bulge after tummy tuck

The photos are helpful, but to really know what is going on, you need to be examined, and if this bulging has increased since surgery, possibly an ultrasound or other imaging procedure. Present your concerns to your surgeon.

Steve Laverson, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

feelbeautiful.com

Bulging After a Tummy Tuck

While you are one month out from a tummy tuck and liposuction, there is still a fair amount of swelling that remains at this point. Much of the swelling is related to edema of the tissue above the muscle and some is likely related to intraabdominal contents (those structures inside your abdomen). With time you should notice that the swelling continues to subside. After three months you will have a very good idea where your results are and then you should speak with your... more

Louis DeLuca, MD
Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

Bulge and loose skin after tummy tuck

Thanks for sharing your pre and post-op photos. Based on your photos, I think your bulge may be due to (1) intrabdominal content (your intestines and fat from your abdominal cavity) pushing outward, (2) fatty layer outside of your abdominal cavity, (3) swelling. You are only one month post tummy tuck. You can wait another month or two to see how your swelling subsides. Then, talk with your plastic surgeon and see whether you can get a liposuction vs. exercising... more

Sugene Kim, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

Swelling after Tummy Tuck?

Thank you for the question. As always, it is best to be seen in person ( by your plastic surgeon) for precise diagnosis and treatment. Abdominal wall "swelling" after tummy tuck may be related to: 1. Swelling in the soft tissues. This may take several months to resolve and may worsen with increased activity or at the end of the day. Patience is required to allow for resolution of the swelling. The swelling occurs because of the interruption of... more

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

Probably Intrabdominal Fat

Based on your photos, I suspect the the problem is a combination of intrabdominal fat, some subcutaneous fat and swelling. The swelling will improve with time and the subcutaneous fat can be suctioned as your surgeon recommends. However to get the ideal result, you have to do your part to lose the intrabdominal fat by diet and exercise. The situation will be much clearer in 3-6 months. BTW, I think you have a pretty good early result. Good Luck!

Brian Klink, MD
Sacramento Plastic Surgeon

www.solanoplasticsurgery.com

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