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Can a Tummy Tuck Cause an Ulcer Later?

asked 1 year ago by 2694anon
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Question viewed 164 times
Tags: risk, ulcer

2 answers to Can a Tummy Tuck Cause an Ulcer Later?

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Tummy tuck induced ulcer

I assume you mean a stomach ulcer and not a skin ulcer. There is no known causation in the fo rmer and the latter may be due to decreased sensation in the lower abdomen.
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A tummy tuck can cause an ulcer

Yes, it a possibility but very unlikely for this relationship to occur. Please seek medical attention from a gastro MD in your area. From MIAMI DR. B

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