Tummy Tuck: Stories

There IS a repairable reason for this and I want everyone experiencing it to be aware so that they don't have to suffer as I did! I had a flat abdomen before surgery and immediately after had distension as if I was 3-4 mos. pregnant. This year I allowed another PS to operate and he found that my original muscle suturing had busted and my muscles were split apart- this obviously happened immediately after my first surgery and my surgeon neglected to explore the possibilty. I know that everyone's body is different and will have varying results or underlying issues, but if there are no other health issues and there is a large enough disparity between your body pre-op and post-op that others can clearly see, it appears that failure in the muscle suturing and ultimate separation of muscle is the cause for such gross distension. It means going under the knife again, which is sad and unfortunate, but I wanted you to know that it can be repaired. Also beware, the muscle separation CANNOT successfully be palpated externally (as only 1 out of 4 surgeons I consulted suggested the separation- and yes, HE'S the one I let operate!)nor is it visible on X-ray, MRI, or ultrasound (unfortunately, I did all these); can only be postively located via surgery. Good luck!

I am 6 week post surgery and tt and lipo I feel like i don't have the shape that I asked for. my doctor and others that i have spoken to say it can take up to 18 month to see the full results, I feel very disapointed and if i don't see the result i wanted I will have her fix it at no charge. You shouldn't have to pay to have extra lipo to acheive the result you paid for in the first place. For the money it costs I beleive it should almost be perfect. Good luck

Hello, I had my TT done 1 month ago and it is still swollen but flat. I don't think you should still look 3 months pregnant because when i try my pants on it fits with no problems. So, you might want to talk to you doctor about this problem. Good Luck.

do you have any pics? especially of ye belly button is the stitching on the inside or outide? i had full tt also 3 months now do not like belly button scar so visible and yer i still get swelling especially by the end of the day