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7 Months Post-op + Tummy Tuck

Upper Abdominal Swelling After Tummy Tuck

I had a full Abdominoplasty about 7 months ago. I still seem to have swelling in the upper abdominal area. From the navel down is actually flat, but...

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Still Spitting Stitches 7 Mths Post-op TT, is this Normal? (photo)

I have a small spot on my scar that is still spitting stitches/disolvable staples 7 mths out. I've had multiple ones removed and the spot is...

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How Many Months Post Op Until I Can Get my Dog Ear Revised? (photo)

Hi! I had my tummy tuck on 4/8/11. I am almost 7 months post op. Although I am very happy with my results, I am left with a dog ear on my right side...

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Dark Belly Button? 7 Months Post-op

Good Evening Doctors and Happy Holidays!!! I hope you are all doing great! I am 7 months post op and I had a Full TT with MR. I am very satisfied with...

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What Can I Do About Bulging, Sensation Problems After Tummy Tuck?

I had my tummy tuck 7 months ago. Ever since I came out of the surgery, I felt I had a bulge, and it feels like something is moving around inside....

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Could Bad Posture Cause This Big of a Bulge After Tummy Tuck? (photo)

Hi Doctors, I'm 7 months PO from a TT and flank lipo. Could bad posture be the cause of this huge bulge? My PS told me that I have very weak...

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Belly Button Revision? (photo)

I had a tummy tuck 7 months ago and my belly button scar looks terrible. Do you think that I will need a revision? I am also concerned with my tummy...

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Do I Need a Tummy Tuck/ BB Revision? (photo)

Hi, Im 7 months post op from my tummy tuck. I had a wonderful surgeon who was very patient with me through out this process. I am a African American...

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Had Full TT But Only Fat Below the Belly Button Was Removed, Is This Normal? (photo)

I had a full tummy tuck 7 months ago. I am happy with everything below the incision but above the belly button I still have all the fat I had before....

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Tummy Tuck Scar - Raised and Dark? (photo)

I am 7 months postop of having a tummy tuck. I am African-American with medium complexion skin. My scar is very dark and raised. Plus i'm seeing a...

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