Hello, I am 4 weeks tummy tuck post op. I have noticed significantly more swelling in my lower abdominal area in the past 3-4 days. I am all about a week away from my period. Could this be contributing to the significantly more swelling??? My belly looks so full and rounded!
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If you had a diastasis (muscle separation) repair with the tummy tuck, it will be 6 weeks before you can stress it. You should be able to ramp up to full strength over the following several weeks. If you implants are under muscle using the dual plane method, be aware that you will not regain ...
Thank you for the question.The whiteness may be the consequence of too much moist in the area, try to dry it and keep it clean.Please consult your surgeon for follow upBest wishes
Dr Genevieve F.Caron, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Montreal, Canada
There are a several scar management strategies after a tummy tuck, some of which involve tapes that stay on for three or four weeks. The idea of these treatments is usually to relieve tension and/or apply pressure to the scar. If you are concerned, there is no substitute for scheduling a vis...
