I Had a Tummy Tuck 5 1/2 Yrs. Ago at Age 50.. Recently Noticed Muscle Weakness and Protruding

asked 9 months ago by Kaylee16 in Beverly, NJ
Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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Tags: 5 years post-op, muscle loss, normal, protruding

recently I noticed tht my stomach muscles are not as tight and my stomach is slighty protruding. Is thi normal? I do excercise regularly.

9 answers to I Had a Tummy Tuck 5 1/2 Yrs. Ago at Age 50.. Recently Noticed Muscle Weakness and Protruding

5 years after Tummy Tuck

Thank you for your question. Even after tummy tuck surgery, your body will continue to change and as we age, our muscles can become less "tight". If you are concerned about it, I would suggest seeing a board certified plastic surgeon for an in person examination and discussion of your options. Best Wishes!

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

Bulging After a Tummy Tuck

A tummy tuck is a wonderful procedure to address the bulging abdominal muscle wall. As you age, however, the muscle and its covering (fascia) will very likely stretch over time even with regular exercise as you noted above. A consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon should provide you with a correct diagnosis and a discussion regarding correction of the bulging if appropriate. Keep in mind that the bulging may also be related to the accumulation of intraabdominal... more

Louis DeLuca, MD
Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

I Had a Tummy Tuck 5 1/2 Yrs. Ago at Age 50.. Recently Noticed Muscle Weakness and Protruding

Best to seek in person evaluations from boarded PSs in your area. Exposed muscle repair can be done in an operative setting. Best

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

Weakness after tummy tuck

It all gets harder to maintain the older we get. It's possible that your muscles have stretched out a bit. Get a trainer to help you with strengthening for your core. If you've maxed out on that, there's not much more you can do without going back to surgery to get re-tightened.

Ronald Schuster, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

www.drschuster.com

Changes in abdominal shape 5 years after tummy tuck

Hello, The surgical results of your tummy tuck stabilized well within the first year. Weakening of the muscle repair would have occurred early on in your healing phase, perhaps within the first month. At 5 years following your tummy tuck changes in the shape and feel of your abdomen should be considered new events such as loss of muscle tone, increase in laxity, weight gain, etc. Have both your primary care doctor as well as your plastic surgeon take a look at you and... more

Remus Repta, MD
Phoenix Plastic Surgeon

Tummy tuck 5 years ago

As time goes by, time and gravity do evil things. you probably have loosened up a little after 5 years. Is your weight the same?see your surgeon and see if he has any recommendations.i bet you are still a lot better than where you started

Jonathan Saunders, MD
Newark Plastic Surgeon

Tummy tuck gives lasting results

A second tummy tuck is unusual, unlike face lift as aging progresses. Still, the time from age 44 to 50 can have remarkable changes to muscular strength and tone for many and it may take a greater effort to keep a flat and toned abdomen. If your exercise is not measuring up, a personal trainer or yoga group may help you maintain a better level of fitness. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Muscle weakness/ protrusion 5 1/2 years post tummy tuck

The results off your tummy tuck should be long lasting. Our bodies are always changing. We are all subject to aging, gravity, and changes in our fitness and weight. The best thing to do is to see the doctor who performed your surgery so that they can evaluate you.

Sanjiv Kayastha, MD
Albany Plastic Surgeon

www.kplasticsurgery.com

Tummy Tuck - Muscle weakness

An abdominoplasty or tummy tuck is a permanent alteration of your body. However, your body including the skin / tissues / muscles will change with time. The specific timeline / history of your particular concern is important to making the proper diagnosis and treatment recommendations. Without proper muscle strengthening exercises, the abdominal muscles can weaken and protrude more. Weight gain over time may cause a change in the appearance as well. Some... more