4 Weeks Post Op, Tt and Breast Lift, Lipo and I Am Still in Pain, Especially at Night? (photo)

4 weeks post op and I am in a great deal of pain. I am extremely swollen on my tummy, lower and top and also on the side of my breasts. I begin the day pretty normal by noon, I am so swollen my skin hurts, by the end of the day I can barely walk! I feel like an old lady. I am on my third girdle, as the doctor says compression is the only way to minimize the swelling. I feel the girdles crush my ribs and the pain at times is unbearable. But, the doctor says I have to wear it! Is this normal?

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4 Doctor Answers | Asked by lilyflower00 in Houston, TX

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Still in Pain, Especially at Night

Sorry to hear about your post-op course, which is out of the ordinary. From your photo I wonder if you don't have a fluid collection in the lower abdomen. Your surgeon should be able to tell rather easily, and to withdraw fluid if present, hopefully with some resolution of your discomfort. I don't see anything unusual in the breast photos. A couple of suggestions to discuss with your surgeon: switching to an abdominal binder which you can adjust for comfort. Using... more

Follow-up is Essential for Optimal Mommy Makeover Results

A Mommy Makeovers is a truly transformative process. The recovery, though, takes a bit of patience. It is normal to have intermittent swelling in the operative sites 4 weeks post-operatively. To reduce swelling, I recommend to my patients that they wear the compression garments, limit salt and sodium, and drink plenty of water. If fluid retention persists, a diuretic (water pill) is prescribed. Lymphatic message may help. Localized swelling of the of the lower tummy is... more

Tummy tuck

You may have a seroma in the lower abdomen. See your doctor for ordering a sonogram, that will confirm if you have a seroma. If confirmes then it should be aspirated or drained.

Experience 4 weeks post breast and tummy surgery

I'm sorry to hear that you are experiencing pain 4 weeks after surgery. Severe discomfort where you can't walk 4 weeks postop is not normal after your procedures. I recommend you followup with your PS to communicate your concerns. Based on what you describe, I think your surgeon is correct: compressive garments will help manage the swelling. Please make sure you followup with your PS as you do have some fullness in the lower tummy area. Just make... more