Tummy Tuck

Tummy tuck before & after photos
94%
1,906 reviews
Worth It Rating Our index shows the percentage of community members saying this was "Worth it". See cosmetic treatment rankings
Tummy Tuck Cost ≈ $8,400 average cost
Write a review | Ask a Question

Questions tagged with: female

Is a Tummy Tuck Realisitc for Me at This Time.. 32 answers

I am 24 yrs old and 5ft6. I have 2 children and am not having anymore. I currently weight 218lbs and carry it in my lower abdomen. I also have super...
age 18-24 before candidate preparation weight loss

Back to Work One Week Post TT? 27 answers

Since my husband and I work together and carpool, and I have a desk job, is it possible I could have a tummy tuck and take just one week off of work?
activity before downtime work

Will Full Tummy Tuck Remove All Scars on Stomach? 24 answers

I'm getting a tummy tuck and breast augmentation sometime after Christmas! I need to know what exactly I need. I think I need a full tummy tuck and...
5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in abdomen before breasts costs scar

Will I Get a Good Result from Tummy Tuck? 22 answers

I have had 6 babies who are all over 9 lbs, and have major muscle seperation. I have hated my stomach since having my first child, and wish to get it...
abdomen after pregnancy age 25-34 before muscle results Virtual consultation

Best Option for Stubborn Belly and Flanks Fat on Healthy 40 Year Old? 22 answers

I have stubborn fat in belly and flanks, the right side has more “deposits”. I am almost 40 have healthy eating habits and exercise on...
5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in age 35-44 before belly fat fat reduction flanks loose skin thin

Full Vs Mini Tummy Tuck with Liposuction for Mother with High Umbilicus? 22 answers

I am a 33 year old mom with 2 kids and I don't plan to have any more kids. I have a low c-section scar and a high umbilicus or so I´ve been told...
abdomen after pregnancy age 25-34 before c-section

What Sort of Result Could I Get from an Abdominoplasty? Should I Lose Weight? 22 answers

What sort of result could I get from an abdominoplasty with liposuction of the abdomen,hips and flanks? Would you recomend losing more weight first?...
before results weight

Does Risk of Necrosis Go Up if I Have a Tummy Tuck After Smartlipo? 22 answers

Hi there. I had smartlipo 6 months ago. I deeply regret it because the tummy tuck would have been a better option. (I have severe diastasis and did...
age 35-44 before necrosis

Tummy Tuck to Remove Stretch Marks Above Belly Button? 21 answers

I'm 23 and I have stretch marks from my lower abdomen up to my breasts from being overweight. Will a Tummy tuck get rid of the upper abdomen stretch...
abdomen age 18-24 before belly button breasts lower abdomen overweight stretch marks upper abs weight

Do Plastic Surgeons Tailor Tummy Tuck for Patient's Specific Needs? 21 answers

I am 35 years old and gave birth to my last child in March 2009 (3rd birth/c-section). I am 5'4" and about 160 lbs. And while I work out...
150-169 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in after pregnancy age 35-44 before belly c-section flanks plastic surgeon removal skin weight weight loss

Tummy Tuck Scar - Is It Similar to C-Section Scar? 21 answers

Would my scar be hip to hip and as low as my C-section scar?
before c-section scar

Will a Tummy Tuck Move my Tattoos? 20 answers

I gained 60 pounds when I was pregnant with my son and now am covered in stretch marks on my stomach/hips. I also have loose skin on my lower belly....
after pregnancy before tattoo

Is 2 Weeks After Tummy Tuck Safe Enough to Go on a Cruise? 20 answers

I have scheduled a Full Tummy Tuck two weeks before a Caribbean Cruise. I am a 5'2" mom who had a 64-inch waist during my pregnancy of twins. I...
abdomen age 45-54 before healing safety travel

Tummy Tuck for Butt-like Stomach? 19 answers

I had two children by c-section. My obgyn decided to cut me from my bellybutton down to my pubic bone. I look as if I have a butt instead of a stomach...
130-149 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in before belly button c-section stomach

Tummy Tuck with Shortest Recovery Time? 19 answers

I have a 3-4" diastasis recti from a very large pregnancy. I'm petite with good skin tone and am looking to have the tummy tuck for muscle...
before diastasis recti downtime endoscopic recovery

Can I Have Liposuction and Tummy Tuck While on Coumadin? 19 answers

I'm 28 yrs old with 2 kids. After having my babies my body is definitely not the same as before. I've had 2 Pulmonary Embolism and have been put on...
abdomen after pregnancy age 25-34 before

Tummy Tuck/ Mini Tummy Tuck During Complete (Open) Hysterectomy? 19 answers

I am 27 and the mother of 4 children by cesarean. I am having a hysterectomy in a couple months to put myself into menopausal not by choice. After,...
110-129 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in age 25-34 before combination hysterectomy

Is the Number of Procedures Done by Doctors a Good Indicator of Success? 19 answers

What is a fair amount of times per year that a doctor has performed surgery? I have been speaking with I plastic surgeon about a tummy tuck, breast...
abdomen before breasts plastic surgeon results

Can I Have a Tummy Tuck if I Plan on Having a Second Baby in 5 Years? 19 answers

25 year old female considering a tummy tuck. I had my first baby six months ago and my stomach has been left stretched out. I've always had a flat...
age 25-34 baby before

Is It Common NOT to Do Muscle Tightening with a Tummy Tuck? (Photos) 19 answers

I'm 38 yrs old. 5'3 and 140 lbs and a parent of 2. I'm scheduled for a tummy tuck at the end of this week to correct my pooch left over...
before muscle repair muscle tightening

Do I Need to Be at my Goal Weight and Have Maintained That Weight in Order to Be Considered a Good Candidate for Abdominoplasty? 19 answers

I have lost close to 70 # over the past year but would like to lose about 30 - 35 more # to be at what I consider my optimal, or goal, weight. I am...
before candidate weight loss

Is Tightness After Tummy Tuck Normal? 18 answers

I'm a 60-yr old female with good physical health. I had a Tummy Tuck on 5 weeks ago, and now I am having a lot of tightness. One day I think I'm...
after age 55-64 recovery side effects tightness

Tummy Tuck Vs Liposuction for Abdomen 18 answers

I am 112 pounds with thin arms and legs. My abdomen has always been large in proportion to my body, but after 3 C-sections, it is huge. I could pass...
abdomen age 55-64 before c-section comparison

Can the Same Surgeon Perform Hysterectomy and Abdominoplasty? 18 answers

I have had 2 consults with a cosmetic surgeon, but recently found that I will need a hysterectomy. Is there a simple way to find a doctor who will do...
abdomen before plastic surgeon

Tummy Tuck While Losing Weight? 18 answers

I'm 5"2" and 209lbs. I have lost about 20 pounds and I will continue losing more. I have a personal trainer and am working to get the...
190-209 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in before stomach weight weight loss

Removing Belly Button for Diastasis Repair Necessary? 18 answers

I have a severe diastasis after my twin pregnancy, I was told that I also have an umbiblical hernia. I want to have a tummy tuck and abdominal...
abdomen after pregnancy before belly button hernia

Is Tummy Tuck Possible for Tummy with Multiple Surgery Scars? 18 answers

I am considering a Tummy Tuck. I have 2 vertical c-section scars that healed very well. However, there is excess skin on either side of the scars (my...
before belly belly button c-section scar surgery scar

Is it Possible to Have a Horizontal Tummy Tuck Scar Placed Under C-Section Scar? 18 answers

I am wondering if I could possibly get a horizontal full tummy tuck scar below my current c-section scar without having to get a vertical scar. If the...
before c-section horizontal results scar

Is It Normal to Not Get Muscle Repair During a Tummy Tuck? 18 answers

I'm 33 years old, 5'3, 154 lbs and have had 3 children with the last being a c-section. I was told that I wouldn't get any muscle repair...
150-169 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in after age 25-34 muscle tightening post-pregnancy

Teenage Tummy Tuck 18 answers

I am a healthy 19 year old female who went from weighing 290lbs to now weighing 175, which is a weight I am comfortable with, especially with my...
age 18-24 before candidate massive weight loss pregnancy

Is a Vertical Incision Required for Repair of Diastasis Recti with Umbilical Hernia? 17 answers

I have diastasis recti and an umbilical hernia that developed post-partum. I am 5'3" and weigh 98 pounds. I am planning abdominoplasty with...
090-109 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in before diastasis recti hernia incision

How to Determine Which Kind of Tummy Tuck is Appropriate? 17 answers

I have a 3-year-old and 4-year-old. I know I need some sort of tummy tuck, but I heard there are two different kinds. Please tell me what I could do...
abdomen after pregnancy before stretch marks

Mini or Full Tummy Tuck for Best Results? 17 answers

I don't know if I could deal with a scar across the belly. I would however do a Mini Tummy Tuck, along with a Breast Lift. Do you think I need a Full...
before belly scar

What Should my Ideal Weight Be Before I Have a Tummy Tuck? 17 answers

Im 5'5 about 178lbs. I was 209lbs. I have an apple body shape & I'm scheduled to get a tummy tuck in about 7 weeks. My goal weight is...
170-189 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in apple shape before ideal weight

Tummy Tuck Before and After Main Photo - Representative of Most Results? 17 answers

When you go to the tummy tuck forum, it pulls up a main photo of someone that "before" had lots of loose skin and fat and the...
before loose skin results

Is a Tummy Tuck the only way? just want to flatten belly and lose the love handles 17 answers

I'm 24 and I have two children boys 4 and 11months. I'm 5'71/2 and I think I'm about 140lbs. Before I had my first child I weighed 126...
before excess skin love handles stomach

Feasible to Have a Tummy Tuck During Colon Resection Surgery? 17 answers

35 yr old caucasian female, 5ft, 133lbs, hx of keloid scars, 2 c-sections, Crohns dx otherwise healthy. Thick through abdominal area. Is it possible...
130-149 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in age 35-44 before Caucasian colon combination

Umbilical Float or Full Tummy Tuck for High Belly Button? 16 answers

I am 110lbs, 5'4" and had twins. I now have a hernia, diastasis, low c-section scar and only a small amount of skin ABOVE my belly button (bb). I...
110-129 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in after pregnancy before belly belly button c-section diastasis recti hernia scar

Diastasis - I Look 6 Months Pregnant After 4 Children 16 answers

I look heavily pregnant after 4 children- the youngest child is 5. Can anything other than a full tummy tuck help me? I cannot afford the time for a...
after pregnancy before diastasis recti

Tummy Tuck or Laser Skin Tightening Post Pregnancies? 16 answers

I am 130lbs, 5'5". I work out hard core everyday and have been for about 2 months, I have noticed my stomach shrinking and my skin firming up a...
130-149 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in after pregnancy before firming pregnancy shrink stomach tightening

Combo Tummy Tuck and Breast Augmenation - As Painful As C-Section? 16 answers

I am 32 year old and have 4 children 6 - 10 month old . I want to do Tammy tuck and breast augmentation in the same time. Can you please give me...
abdomen age 25-34 before breasts c-section combination pain

How Can I Fix my Diastasis Recti? 16 answers

It's been 11 months since giving birth to my first child, and though the gap between my abdominal muscles has improved over the months, it's...
after pregnancy before diastasis recti options

Tummy Tuck, Arm Lift, Thigh Lift and Breast Implants... at the Same Time? 16 answers

I Am a 42 Yr. Old Mom of 3 Children Who Has Lost 107 Pounds with Exercise & Clean Eating. As a Result of the Weight Loss, I Have no fat tissue...
110-129 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in abdomen African American age 35-44 arms before breasts combination thighs

Tummy Tuck Incision Location 16 answers

By looking at my picture, would I have to have an incision that would be hip to hip? Also, would the doctor cut on my c-section scar? Or since my...
before c-section incision scar

Age 54, Mother of 6 - Am I a Good Candidate for Tummy Tuck? 16 answers

I Am 54 with 6children. I am 5'3" and weigh 165 used to weigh 125 up until 2years ago and it seems that all the weight is in my stomach. I...
150-169 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in age 45-54 before candidate

Possible to Get Tummy Tuck with Low Scar/not Too Tight? 16 answers

I'm 26 yrs old and have had 2 children via c-section. I'm at the weight I'd like to be, but am seeing a lot of sagging skin on my stomach....
age 25-34 before scar smooth tightening

Tummy Tuck & Lipo After a Pulmonary Embolism (PE) 16 answers

I have had 3 C-Sections my last in Jan 2009 a month after I developed a Pulmonary embolism (PE)in my left lung Doctors state it was due to the...
before c-section

Tummy Tuck Lifting the Skin Up Underneath the Breasts 16 answers

Do any of you doctors know and/or have done a tummy tuck where you pull the skin that is loose above the navel up to the breast where you would cut...
before breasts loose skin

Am I a Candidate for Tummy Tuck? (Photos) 16 answers

I am 40 I have ALWAYS looked like I was pg in the stomach area. I have even done an olympic distance tri and worked with a personal trainer I still...
age 35-44 before candidate exercise resistant

I've Had 2 Kids and a Hysterectomy, and I'm 26. I'm Not Sure if I Should Do Lipo or Tummy Tuck? 16 answers

I have skin that hangs over and not a whole lot of strech marks. But I have a long scar from my belly button to about the pubic bone.
age 25-34 before liposuction alternative

Do I Look Like a Good Candidate for a TT with Muscle Repair and Lipo to Flanks? (photo) 16 answers

Will i have good results with a full TT with muscle repair and lipo of the flanks.And a BA with Silicone implants under muscle but not sure what size...
before candidate

Is Tummy Tuck Without Muscle Repair Possible for Weight Loss Patients? 15 answers

I've lost over 100 lbs. and want to get rid of this extra skin. I also want children. I've read about women who've gotten pregnant after a...
abdomen before muscle pain pregnancy skin stretched weight weight loss

Is This a Typical Tummy Tuck Scar? 15 answers

I had a tummy tuck 4/11 and am 2 wks 2 day post op. I am concerned with the corners/edges of scar and height. While I know nothing can be done about...
after dog ears excision normal scar

Which Procedure is Best for my Situation? Tummy Tuck or Liposculpture? 15 answers

I'm a 25 year old female that is 5'7 and I currently weigh 142lbs. After having my son, my stomach hasn't returned to it's original...
130-149 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in African American after pregnancy age 25-34 before excess skin options stretch marks

Should I Get a Tummy Tuck While Still Overweight? 15 answers

I am 31 and a mother of 3. I am 5'3" and weigh 180lbs.I have been dieting and excercising since April of 2010 in hopes of getting a tummy...
170-189 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in age 25-34 before overweight

Multiple Procedures for a Healthy 25-year-old? 15 answers

Hello, I am 25 years old, 5'2'' tall and I weigh 135 lbs. I have not had a baby yet but I want to have a small tummy tuck and liposuction done all...
130-149 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in abdomen age 25-34 back before buttocks chin fat health love handles thighs

Will a Tummy Tuck Affect Possible Pregnancy? 15 answers

I am scheduled to have a tummy tuck in March, although I am uncertain if I'll have more children. What are the main risks in getting pregnant after a...
abdomen before

Will I Get Attractive Results? 5'5 and weigh 185 15 answers

Hello, I am a 20 year old mother of a 2 year old. I decided not to have any more children. I have been a little overweight most of my life, but...
5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in before love handles weight

Tummy Tuck Without Drainage Tubes 15 answers

I'm 38yrs.old, 2children 14&12. would tummy tuck harm tubal ligation?  Is there a tummy tuck available without drainage tubes?
age 25-34 before drainage tubal ligation

Calculating Ideal Weight Prior to Loose Skin Removal Via Tummy Tuck 15 answers

I have lost 115 lbs with diet and exercise & am considering a tummy tuck for removal of loose skin. I know I should be within 10 lbs of ideal...
age 25-34 labia massive weight loss

Expected Outcome Without Muscle Tighting 15 answers

How different is the final look if I decide to forego the muscle tightening with a full tummy tuck? My biggest concern is loose skin and post...
age 45-54 before loose skin muscle tightening stretch marks

Plication with Full Tummy Tuck 15 answers

I am scheduled for a a TT with flank lipo in April. I am 32 years old. I have lost a total of 60 lbs, and have kept it off since June of 2007. I am...
150-169 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in age 25-34 before muscle overweight plication separation

Am I Good Candidate For A Tummy Tuck With a Low Thin Scar? (Photos) 15 answers

I am 5'1, 125 lbs who works out 5-6 days/week with weight training,cardio,and lots of core training. My body had been through 3 c-sections within...
before c-section placement scar tissue

Will a Full Tummy Tuck Give Me Results Even if I Dont Have a Lot of Fat or Loose Skin 15 answers

I have been wanting a tummy tuck for the last 2 years and just want some opinions as my schedule is very packed I would like to know if it is even...
age 18-24 before

Tummy Tuck for Diastasis Recti, What Risks are there with thie Surgery? (photo) 15 answers

I have 2 children the youngest being 5 months, both were long babies for what was a small frame. I was told that I have a small hernia and Diastasis...
before diastasis recti risk

Gained 10 lbs ~still a good canidate for tummy tuck surgery? 15 answers

I Am 5'7" and generally weigh about 175 with the majority stuck on middle. I have a smaller frame and my arms and legs are not as...
before candidate weight gain

I Was Wondering if Getting a Tummy Tuck Without Lipo is Still Going to Give Me the Results I Want Which is a Flat Tummy? 15 answers

I'm scheduled to get a tummy tuck on Jan 13th and I was wondering if getting a tummy tuck without lipo is still going to give me the results I...
before stomach

Umbilicoplasty or Tummy Tuck for Frowning Belly Button? 14 answers

I am 47 years old, 5'6" 120 lbs. I weight train since 1986. Around 1980, I gained quite a bit of weight in short time (was around 155 lbs) and...
110-129 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in age 45-54 before belly button excess scar skin stomach

Belly Button Size / Shape After Extended Tummy Tuck 14 answers

Overall I am very pleased with the results thus far given the swelling. I'm curious on my belly button size (Is this normal, will it shrink and go...
after belly button shape

4 Weeks Post-tummy Tuck and I Noticed That the Upper Mid Ab Bulges - Normal? 14 answers

4 weeks post-tummy tuck with muscle repair. My belly button area is tight and flat, but the upper middle section of my abs are not, the definition is...
abdomen after bulging muscle tightening normal

Should I Wait to Lose 10lbs Before Having Tummy Tuck? 14 answers

I am scheduled to have a Tummy Tuck in about one month. I still have roughly 10 lbs to lose (5'7", 150 lbs). Should I reschedule surgery to a...
150-169 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in abdomen before muscle tightening weight weight loss

Tummy Tuck Recovery and Necrosis Risk Due to Smoking? 14 answers

I have a Tummy Tuck scheduled in 7 wks. I used to be a smoker for many years but now only smoke socially (10 a month if that). I smoked a few the...
age 25-34 before c-section muscle necrosis recovery risk smoking

Possible to Get Flat, Taut Abdomen from Mini Tummy Tuck with Laser Lipo? 14 answers

I am 5'8", 140 lbs, 34-year-old mom of 2, who at 14 weighed 230 lbs. I lost 90 lbs by age 15 and have kept it off for 20 years. I am very...
130-149 lbs 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in abdomen age 25-34 before fat loose thighs

One Month Enough for Tummy Tuck, Breast Lift with Implants Recovery? 14 answers

I am planning on taking a month off work to have a Tummy Tuck and a breast lift with breast implants. Is that enough time off work if I'm a hair stylist?
abdomen before breasts downtime recovery

Thermage or Tummy Tuck After Weight Loss? 14 answers

I am 30 years old, 5'2" tall and lost approx 65 lbs 5 years ago. I work out five times a week and eat healthy. I don't have children so I don't...
5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in abdomen abs age 25-34 before pain scar weight weight loss

How to Choose Between Full and Mini Tummy Tuck? 14 answers

I know I want some form of tummy tuck and breast enhancement but I'm not sure if I need a full tummy tuck or a mini tummy tuck. How would I know? I'm...
110-129 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in abdomen age 25-34 before

Can a Large Diastasis Recti Be Fixed by a Tummy Tuck? 14 answers

I just can't imagine that this can be repaired to where my stomach would be flat. I would like to hear different opinions as I can't really...
before diastasis recti

Am I a Good Candidate for a Full Tummy Tuck? 14 answers

I am 20 years old and have one 5.5 year old son. I know not to have this procedure until I'm finished having kids, and I think we are going to...
age 18-24 before candidate post-pregnancy

Will a Tummy Tuck Leave Me with a Flat Stomach? 14 answers

I am 5'6 and 174 lbs. The lowest I have ever been was 172, at my heaviest I was 256. I feel my current weight is what is maintainable for me. I...
170-189 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in before flat

Is it Possible to Have a Tummy Tuck if I Have an Arrhythmia? 14 answers

I'm 35 years and scheduled to have a TT in 8 days, but, I keep having these weird sinking feelings in my chest as if my heart has skipped a beat,...
age 35-44 arrhythmia before risk

What Kind of Results Can I Expect from Tummy Tuck? 14 answers

Based on something my PS said, I am seeking out what other professionals feel would be likely results from my photo. I really like my PS & chose...
before results

Tummy Tuck to Remove Stretch Marks and Improve Belly Button? 13 answers

I'm 21 and would like to remove stretch marks, tighten up the skin and improve the appearance of my navel. What procedure(s) should I look into? Am I...
age 18-24 before belly belly button skin stretch marks tightening

Tummy Tuck Alternatives for my Post-Pregnancy Stomach? 13 answers

I am a fit 36 years old mother of two. I weigh approx. 140 pounds and measure 5.9. I can't afford a full tummy tuck and consider that procedure a...
130-149 lbs 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in after pregnancy age 35-44 alternative before

Tummy Tuck for Patient with Hernia After C-section? 13 answers

I have had 2 C-sections (2004 and 2008). After my last c-section, I developed an ileus. Because I was so bloated, my intestines pushed through the...
abdomen after pregnancy before c-section hernia insurance

Belly Button Almost Closed After a Five Month Tummy Tuck. 13 answers

I had a tummy tuck five months ago and my belly button is almost closed. The only thing that fits is a q-tip and pushing it hard. What should I do?
after belly button closed

How Do I Get Rid of my Baby Belly Pouch After a C-section? 13 answers

I am 24 years old a mother of 1 and he is now 16 months old. I had my son by c-section; I used to have a great slim body and now I am very depressed...
age 18-24 before c-section excess skin post-pregnancy pouch

Uneven Fat Distribution and Saggy Belly Button - Options? 13 answers

5'7159 lbs. I have lost 40lbs and want to lose 20 to 30 more. I SEVERLY dislike my stomach.I realized the main reason is because of my stomachs...
150-169 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in before belly button D cup fat options uneven

Would I Have Good Results at my Current Weight for Full Tummy Tuck? 13 answers

I posted before here, but I wasn't clear in my statement. I'm 5'2, 185lbs & have been stable at this wt for a couple months. Have lost...
170-189 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in before love handles results weight loss

Risks of Combining Breast Augmentation with Liposuction and Tummy Tuck? 13 answers

I am getting Tummy tuck, Liposuction and Breast Lift with Breast Implants. I am so scared, I'm about to give up. I can't sleep thinking of the...
abdomen before breasts risk

Scar Revision or Tummy Tuck to Remove Vertical Scar? 13 answers

I have a vertical scar on my Tummy and I have been to 3 different plastic surgeons and each answer is different. One says I don't have enough skin...
abdomen before scar

Tummy Tuck or Liposculpture First? 13 answers

I am in need of a Tummy Tuck & Lipo/Body sculpting. I am 5'6", 150lbs, 47 years of age. I had 2 kids they are both adults now. One doctor...
150-169 lbs abdomen age 45-54 back before flanks inner thighs outer thighs safety waist

Mini Tummy Tuck Enough for Loose Skin and Diastasis Recti? 13 answers

I recently had lipolaser done to remove a small amount of excess fat and loose skin at my belly. I have a 1 inch diastasis and a small hernia...
abdomen before belly button diastasis recti extra skin skin tightening

Must I Have a Full Tummy Tuck? 13 answers

I am nearly 1 year post-partum, having had twins by c-section. I am back to my pre-pregnancy weight and fit. If you held a tennis ball centered in...
before belly button c-section options post-pregnancy umbilical hernia

Birth Control Pills and a Tummy Tuck? 13 answers

Is it ok to continue taking birth control pills and have a tummy tuck? Is treatment handled any differently if you continue taking them?
before birth control

Mini or Full Tummy Tuck After Twins 13 answers

I have had two previous pregnancy's the first as a teen with twins and a single birth 7 months ago. I want to get a tummy tuck done but I really...
before choices comparison

Tummy Tuck Downtime - Why Was So Much Time Needed? 13 answers

I Had a Friend Who Had a Tummy Tuck - They Told Her 2 Weeks , She Was off 1 Month WHY?
after downtime work

Thinking of Having a Tummy Tuck 13 answers

I am going to be 24 this May and I have 2 kids. I want to get a TT due to having wrinkly tummy, strch marks and I want my flat stomach again. I do...
before flat stretch marks wrinkles

How to Fix Protrusion Left After Umbilical Hernia Repair? 12 answers

I am 9 mos postpartum (twins). This was my second pregnancy. They were big (7 lbs) and carried to term. Amazingly, I have not a single stretch mark...
after pregnancy before c-section hernia scar stomach stretch marks

Can I Get my Belly Button Pierced After a Tummy Tuck? 12 answers

I will be 6months post-op in February and was hoping to get my belly button pierced. Would that be ok?
after belly button piercing

Should Patient with BMI of 27 Lose Weight First Before Tummy Tuck? 12 answers

My body fat is in the healthy range (18%) yet my BMI (Body Mass Index) is 27 and I need to lose an additional 10lbs to be at a BMI of 25. Should I...
before ideal weight overweight weight weight loss

Can my Abdominoplasty Be Done Primarily Through my Belly Button? 12 answers

After a twin pregnancy (I stayed in shape and have gotten back my prepreg weight) I have relatively severe diastasis recti and a herniated belly...
after pregnancy before belly button diastasis recti scar

Loose Skin, Muscle Separation or Fat? What is Wrong with my Tummy? 12 answers

I gave birth a year and a half ago. I gained over 60 pounds with my son and he was a 9 lb baby. Since then, I've lost all the weight plus some but...
after pregnancy after weight loss before options

What Will Happen to my Tattoos After a Tummy Tuck? 12 answers

I've posted here before and was told a full tummy tuck will probably be most beneficial to me. But what would happen to my feather tattoos? If my...
before belly button stretched tattoo weight loss

Will Tummy Tuck Get Rid of Old Horizontal Scar? 12 answers

Is it possible to get rid of the old scar during Tummy tuck? it runs 5" to 6" horizontally 1/2" to1" above my bellybutton. I have...
after pregnancy before c-section stretch marks surgery scar

Tummy Tuck for Former Asthmatic Steroids Taker? 12 answers

I'm 25, 215 lbs at 5ft 6in. I was originally 283 lbs and have lost weight over a year and a half ago. The lowest I've been was 207 lbs with diet pills...
210-229 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in before steroid stomach weight loss

Fatty Pockets and Dog Ears 1 Month PO Tummy Tuck, is This the Norm? 12 answers

I am concerned with scar placement, dogears and irregularities on the hips. While the picture is 1 month post-op I understand I should see the final...
after dog ears normal puckering rippling scar tissue

Diastasis - What Does It Look Like? 12 answers

I was just wondering if my stomach looks the way it does because of Diastasis? Or is it from my previous C-section? Is a Tummy Tuck my only hope?
before diastasis recti

How to Stop Pain in Abdomen After Tummy Tuck? 12 answers

Over five years after surgery I still cannot touch my wife's belly without causing her great discomfort.
after pain timing

Was My Tummy Tuck Done Wrong? (Photos) 12 answers

Had mommy make-over 9-01-11. I know my tummy tuck does not look right, yet my doctor keeps insisting it's just swollen and to give it time. I have...
after botched crease normal

How Do I Know if I've Damaged my Tummy Tuck? 12 answers

I had a tummy tuck, lipo on hips, thighs, flanks, and umbilical hernia repair on Dec. 13th and lifted my garage door on Jan. 2nd. How do I know if I...
after damage stomach

How Can a Physician Tell the Difference Between Fat and Loose Skin for a Tummy Tuck? 12 answers

I am going for my consult on Friday and was wanting to schedule my surgery in 2-3 months in order for me to lose the last 10lbs of baby weight. Is it...
before excess skin post-pregnancy weight loss

Tummy Tuck Scar 12 answers

I am only 13 days PO and very happy with my TT. I am a little concerned about the puckering and lifted scar.I knew the stretch marks would remain but...
2 weeks post-op after normal puckering scar

Is It Normal To Swell After Tummy Tuck, Lipo and Muscle Repair? 12 answers

One minute im swollen up in my back and stomach, under my arms where lipo was done, and the next min i feel like im ok then if i cough, which i do...
after normal numb swelling

What Tummy Tuck is Best for 30 Year Old Mother? 12 answers

I'm from Ohio, 30 yr old mother of 14, 2, and 1 year old. I have saggy belly that hangs looks like an old lady's belly with stretch marks from the...
age 25-34 before belly costs stretch marks

Tummy Tuck vs. Exercise for Hanging Skin 12 answers

Through diet and exercise, I have lost about 65-70lbs. I feel as though almost everything on my body has improved dramatically with the exception of...
after comparison exercise

How Can I Tell if I Got a Full Tummy Tuck? 12 answers

How can I tell if I got a full tummy tuck that I agreed to ? I never had to walk bent over, did not have much pain. I am 51 and had lost over 80 lbs....
after age 45-54 full results

Tummy Tuck for a 22 Year Old Mother of 2? 12 answers

I'm 22, and I have two small boys. I have no plans of ever having more children, and have been considering a tummy tuck. What's the difference...
after pregnancy age 18-24 before stretch marks

Drains or Quilting Sutures for TT? 12 answers

I've had 2 consults for a full TT with breast implants. Both surgeons were highly recommended, board certified, 30+ yrs experience. One uses...
110-129 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in age 35-44 before comparison drainage quilting risk sutures

Excess Skin Still After a Tummy Tuck, Should I Have To Pay For A Revision? 12 answers

I had a tummy tuck and breast lift in 6/16/2010. I believe the PS could of remove more tummy skin. I spoke to him and he agreed to do a revision at no...
2 months post-op after excess skin revision unhappy unsatisfied

Round Waist 2 Years Post- Tummy Tuck - Why? 12 answers

I had a full abdominoplasty 2 years ago i was very satisfied with the result no swelling ,every thing went well i recovered after 4 month, but few...
after round waist

Risk of Hernia Due to Diastasis Recti/belly Fat 12 answers

I had a 9.6 lb baby 2.5 yrs ago, was 43 lbs over pre-baby wt for a long time; now lost 30lbs. I'm 5ft9 & currently 168lbs, aiming to loose 10...
before hernia stomach

Which Tummy Tuck Do I Need? (photo) 12 answers

Ok, as you can see I have a particularly beastly stomach. I had 2 c sections, one of which was an emergency. Believe it or not I do work out regularly...
before loose skin options stretch marks

Is It Okay to Go Club Dancing at 11 Weeks Post Op from Tummy Tuck 12 answers

I went to a club to celebrate my BF b-day on saturday and when i woke up on sunday my lower abdomen was swollen. It feels squishy. Should I be concerned?
after lower abs

Should I Get an Abdominoplasty? 12 answers

I've waited about 4 years through dieting and lifestyle changes but I don't think I am willing to drastically change my lifestyle anymore than...
before candidate

Flank Area Forgotten? 12 answers

Hi, I  had full tt with flank lipo 5 wks ago. never had bruising/any discomfort to flank areas. Flanks look exactly the same as before surgery....
after flanks

How Much Weight Should I Lose Before Tummy Tuck? 12 answers

32 Years Old Actual Weight 168 How Much Weight Should I Loose Before TT and Lipo
150-169 lbs age 25-34 amount before weight loss

Full Tummy Tuck Without Liposuction 12 answers

Im scheduled to have a full tummy tuck and muscle repair as i have severe diasisis recti and an umbilical hernia after having twins 9 months ago. Im...
090-109 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in before diastasis recti umbilical hernia underweight

Can You Have Tummy Tuck After SLIM Lipo 12 answers

If one is not satisfied with SLIM Lipo and still has sagging skin, can they then have a tummy tuck?
before

What Should Be an Ideal Weight to Have a Nice Tummy Tuck? 12 answers

A mother of 3! I don't want more kids I want to feel like I did before my wonderful children. I weight 145lbs I am 5'0 what should be my ideal...
before ideal weight

Only Get 3 Weeks Off Work, Am I a Candidate for Tummy Tuck Without Muscle Repair? (photo) 12 answers

I'm a liric singer, and I cannot stay away from work more than three weeks! And I use my abdominal muscles to sing, so I NEED THEM totally healed...
before time off work without muscle repair

How Will Mini or Full Tummy Tuck Affect my Tattoo? 11 answers

Should I get a mini or Full Tummy Tuck and what will it do to my tattoos. I'm 18 and just had a little boy. I gained 55lbs during my pregnancy and...
age 18-24 before belly pregnancy tattoo

Is Tummy Tuck Safe for Overweight Patient? 11 answers

I have already scheduled my Tummy Tuck for next month but want to make sure I am making a good decision. I am 5'8" & 200 lbs, although I am...
before overweight safety

Lifting Kids After Tummy Tuck? 11 answers

I have two children that are very young and have been considering a Tummy Tuck (abdominoplasty). On average, how long do you need to rest? My daughter...
abdomen before recovery

Is This My Final Tummy Tuck Result at 11 weeks? 11 answers

I had a full TT and MR and new belly button on 3/3/11. I am 11 post op and feel rounded standing up and flabby sitting down. My PS said it could be...
2 months post-op after final result normal swelling

How Soon Can I Return to my Office After Tummy Tuck? 11 answers

Hi everyone. I have lost weight and have some loose skin on my belly. The only thing holding me back from getting a Tummy Tuck is the recovery time....
before belly loose recovery skin swelling weight loss

Will I Have Good Tummy Tuck Results if Not at Desired Weight? 11 answers

I am 30 yr old female 5ft 2 in. 150lbs. I have had 2 c-section and have severe seperation in my abdominal muscles. I have a scheduled abdominoplasty...
150-169 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in abdomen age 25-34 before c-section weight

Good Candidate for Tummy Tuck, Liposuction, and Brazilian Butt Lift? 11 answers

I am 21 years old, no children, 5'6, and 220 lbs. I am planning to lose at least 30-40 lbs. I am considering a Tummy Tuck, as well as Liposuction and...
210-229 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in abdomen age 18-24 before buttocks

Seroma or Normal Swelling 15 Weeks After Tummy Tuck? 11 answers

Im at 15 weeks after tummy tuck and liposuction and I seem to have a pouch in the lower part of my belly I saw my doctor 4 weeks ago, he used a...
after fluid pouch seroma swelling

Options in Belly Fat Removal After Pregnancy? 11 answers

I want to get rid of the belly fat for good, the thing is, I'm not done having children. My belly contains a lot of fat, and I have a severe case of...
before belly fat pregnancy stretch marks

Tummy Tuck or Lower Body Lift While Avoiding Major Scarring? 11 answers

Is there a more extensive Tummy Tuck where skin is pulled up from the front of thighs or would that just be going into a lower Body Lift? I was...
before hips scar skin thighs

I Don't See a Difference Yet, After Lipo & Mini Tummy Tuck 11 answers

I'ts been 6 and 1/2 weeks since I had lipo on my stomach, love handels and put and a mini tummy tuck. My clothes are not fitting any better. I...
after age 45-54 normal results

Can I Exercise 6 Weeks After Tummy Tuck? 11 answers

I Will Be 6 Weeks Post Op (FTT, Lipo of the Flanks, BA, BL) Next Week What Excercise Are Recommended? I use to go to the gym 5-6 times a week &...
after exercise running timing weight weight lifting

Should I Have a Tummy Tuck Now if I Plan to Have Children? 11 answers

26 Years Old Black Woman with No Children Considering a Tummy Tuck After Weight Loss I am considering a tummy tuck after losing 80 lbs with the...
African American after weight loss age 25-34 before candidate pregnancy

Vertical TT Incision: Was it Necessary? 11 answers

Let me start out saying my surgeon is fabulous and I do love my results but was wondering if such a long vertical was really necessary. I was warned...
110-129 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in after long vertical scar

If I Get a Tummy Tuck, What Happens to Stretch Marks Above Belly Button? 11 answers

I want to get a full tummy tuck but what happens to the stretch marks above my belly button?. i have about a good 3" of light stretch marks above...
abdomen before stretch marks

Scar Care in the Sun Following Full Tt 11 answers

I'm going on holiday in a couple of months, my belly button and scar will only be 5 months old ( following a full tt) , how best can I cover /...
after sun protection

Will Gaining Weight Be Problematic After Tummy Tuck? 11 answers

Im 5'2 and weigh 88lb. I had twins 9 months ago and then under went a full tummy tuck (no lipo) and muscle repair/tightening 4 weeks ago. My...
5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in after tightening weight gain

Stretched Skin Above Navel Post-Tummy Tuck - What Can I Do? 11 answers

I'm 7 weeks postop. My PS said there's maybe a little of swelling left. But the rest will stay as is! He said because I had stretched skin...
after options stretched

Can't Lose Those Last 10 Lbs, Will It Mess Up the Results of my Tummy Tuck? 11 answers

I had 4 back to back pregnancies and was on bed rest with pre-eclampsia for the last one. I ended up weighing 95 lbs more than I did before my first...
abdomen before weight loss

How Much Weight Should I Lose Before Getting a Tuck? 11 answers

Im About 185 (After 2 Kids.) i am thinking about a tummy tuck also some lipo. i was wondering how much should i lose before going in. i just want to...
170-189 lbs amount before post-pregnancy weight loss

Tummy Tuck: Full, Mini or Endoscpic? 11 answers

I have been to three consultations and I received three different options on what to do. My muscles are split apart but I have only a little loose...
before comparison endoscopic muscle tightening umbilical hernia

Tummy Tuck Worries 11 answers

I am considering having a TT because the stretch marks I have are so unsightly and my self image is suffering because of it, but I am terrified of...
before infection results safety stretch marks

Whats the Typical Process for Someone Who Wants a Tummy Tuck That Has LOTS of Excess Skin 11 answers

Im 5`8 and 270lbs, ive been maintaining this weight for a lil over a year now but i really want to get rid of this huge belly Help!?!?
270-289 lbs before

How Do Other Patients Finally Decide to Get Tummy Tucks? I'm Having a Hard Time. 11 answers

Ever since I had my twins almost 5 years ago I've toyed with the idea of a tummy tuck. I can't decide whether the benefits outweigh the risks....
after pregnancy before candidate crepey skin risk

How Long is the Recovery Period for Full Tummy Tuck? 10 answers

I'm 43 years old and had Full Tummy Tuck around seven weeks ago. I could not stand upright for 5 weeks post-op. When do you stop feeling tugs, pulling...
after age 35-44 recovery

WIll Exercise Further Damage Ab Muscles if They Are Seperated? 10 answers

I previously had extremely tight ab muscles so I think damage to my ab muscles has occured after my second child's birth (c-section, 9 lbs./11oz...
abs before c-section exercise muscle scar stomach

Insurance Coverage for Muscle Repair from C-sections Damage? 10 answers

I have had four C-sections and have a few areas in my muscle wall that need to be repaired, beyond cosmetic issues. I am only about 10 pounds over my...
abdomen before c-section insurance muscle

Is There a Cut-off Age for Tummy Tuck? 10 answers

I am 61 years old and considering a full abdominoplasty fairly soon. Is there an age cut off for this type of surgery? I am in excellent health and...
age 55-64 before belly exercise stomach

How Long Should I Leave my Dissolvable Stitch Alone? 10 answers

My dissolvable stitches are starting to pop out, I have two so far. One has been exposed about 2 weeks now and PS said to just let it be. Now I have...
after dissolve stitches

Advice for Overweight Female Considering Tummy Tuck? 10 answers

Am I a good candidate at my given size? I am 5'4", 220 lbs, and 20 years old, planning to have tummy tuck in about 5 years after my second child....
210-229 lbs after pregnancy age 18-24 before overweight

Can my Diastasis Recti Be Repaired Without Too Many Scars? 10 answers

I have a bad case of DR, after two children. Am thinking of having one more before getting the surgery. However, I would like to know if I will have...
after pregnancy before diastasis recti repair scar

How to Achieve Ideal Weight Before Tummy Tuck? 10 answers

I have tried for several years to loose the weight for a Tummy Tuck, I can loose 5 to 10 lbs, but then it comes right back. I am genetically...
before belly exercise weight loss

What Would You Suggest I Do if I Am Unhappy (At 15 Days PO) with my Full Tummy Tuck Result? 10 answers

I consulted with 4 accredited Plastic Surgeons and each assured me that I was a "dream" tummy tuck candidate. After losing 82 pounds, I had...
abdomen after

Tummy Tuck, Liposuction, Neck Lift Too Much in One Day? 10 answers

I've had a consultation with a Canadian plastic surgeon. He states that his incisions are low and straight across for the Tummy Tuck. There are...
before belly button incision neck outer thighs plastic surgeon

Mini Tummy Tuck or Full Tummy Tuck? 10 answers

I had a child 3 years ago & am now 22 years old. Im still considered a thin person but i have a little bit of loose skin & stretchmarks below...
110-129 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in age 18-24 before comparison loose skin stretch marks

Should I Feel Guilty About Getting Tummy Tuck? 10 answers

I am 23 and is considering getiing a Tummy Tuck after 2 pregnancies. I will be using the money I have saved up but I am feeling guilty and selfish...
age 18-24 before costs pregnancy self-esteem

Hyperpigmentation After Tummy Tuck 10 answers

I Am Hispanic It's 11 Months After Tummy Tuck Both Belly Button and Bikini Line Incision Are Dark , What is the Best Treatment?  Although I...
after belly button hyperpigmentation incision options

Mini Tuck or Full? Will This Help with my Stretch Marks? 10 answers

I am considering a tummy tuck for stretch mark removal and to get rid of the small amount of excess skin remaining from 3 pregnancies. However, my...
before comparison stretch marks Virtual consultation

Dieting After Tummy Tuck 10 answers

How Soon After Your TT Can You Start to Diet to Get Rid of the Last 5-10 Lbs?
after diet timing

What Should I Do to Prepare for my Tummy Tuck? 10 answers

My tt with lipo flanks. i'm super excited but how should i get my body ready? i usually excerise and i watch what i eat. Ive lost 50LBS and had 2...
before exercise preparation

Will a TT After Pregnancy Help Address Stretch Marks? (photo) 10 answers

Hi, I'm 18 and 31 weeks 5 days pregnant with my first child, Ive noticed that I've already gotten really bad stretch marks, and still have...
age 18-24 alternative before candidate pregnancy stretch marks

Possible to Have Tummy Tuck if I Get off Coumadin for 2 Weeks? 10 answers

I'm 28. I've had two PE's (Pulmonary Embolism). First while on birth control then again during my 2nd pregnancy. I have a Filter and am said to be on...
age 25-34 before birth control coumadin medication

Will Tummy Tuck Take Care of Love Handles and Excessive Fat That's on my Sides? 10 answers

Im getting a tummy tuck soon. I also have love handles. Will the tummy tuck take away the love handles? Im hopping that it does so.
before fat love handles side

Safe to Use Stairs Two Days After Tummy Tuck? 10 answers

I will be staying at the surgery center overnight and will go home the next day . I am getting hernia repair , muscle repair , tummy tuck and lipo on...
before flanks hernia repair safety

Still Spitting Stitches 7 Mths Post-op TT, is this Normal? (photo) 10 answers

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...
7 months post-op after dissolve spitting stitches stitches

Can I Have a Tummy Tuck Even if I am Planning on Having Kids Later? 10 answers

I am 34 yr old single lady, I have not had a kid yet but still am prayerful about a marriage and possibly a kid. I am nearing a 130lb weight loss and...
age 25-34 before pregnancy weight loss

4'9", 145lb. Should I Have Surgery Now or Lose More Weight? 10 answers

I Have Lost 35 (31.4%) Pounds Which I Have Maintained for over 18 Months. I Am 4’9” and Currently weigh 145 after loosing 35 #. My...
130-149 lbs 4 ft 11 in and under age 45-54 before timing weight loss

What Risks Come with a Skinny Person Having a Full Tummy Tuck to Correct Umbilical Hernia? 10 answers

I am 5 foot 7 and weigh 120lb and have a small diastasis with a tiny umbilical hernia. My tummy is dead flat but the skin above the belly button is...
before risk skinny umbilical hernia

Could my Uterus Be Damaged During Abdominoplasty with Lyposuction? 10 answers

I had abdominoplasty 9 days ago. Two of the three drains are draining dark red watery fluid. It looks a lot like blood to me. I also have started my...
after uterus

Should the Belly Button Be Added Before or After my Abdominoplasty? 10 answers

After having full-term twins, I developed a small umbilical hernia, separated muscles and now have extra skin and stretch marks. I've seen two...
before belly button comparison hernia repair muscle repair timing

Am I a Candidate for a Tummy Tuck? 10 answers

I used to be an avid gym goer but could never get the excess skin and fat deposit below my belly button.I have a distinct "shelf" of fat and...
before candidate excess skin exercise

Will Tummy Tuck Remove Scar Near Belly Button? 9 answers

I have a horizontal 5-6" scar across my stomach about a 1/2"-1" above my belly button, from 2 pregnancies with c-sections. Would a...
after pregnancy before belly button scar stomach

Tummy Tuck for Deep Fold After Two C-sections? 9 answers

It's been two years since my last c-section. I had two c-sections 13 months apart. My stomach is pretty close to flat except for my little problem....
abdomen arms before c-section deep insurance stomach

6 Months Post-Op Tummy Tuck - Still Numb And Very Swollen - Is This Normal? 9 answers

6months ago i have a a tummy tuck and breast augmentation and lift all at once the breast part is fine but my abs are at times tender to the touch...
after numb pain swelling

Insurance Coverage on Tummy Tuck for Relieving Pain? 9 answers

Iam a female police officer, who has had three children. I am thinking about having a tummy tuck, because when I wear my gun belt, the loose skin...
before insurance loose pain removal skin stomach stretch marks

Will Abdominoplasty Improve Problems from Hernia Repair? 9 answers

45 year old mother of 5, with twins at 5lbs 14oz & 6lbs. 4oz. I'm having full abdominoplasty on 1/21/1010. I had an umbilical hernia repair and...
abdomen after pregnancy before hernia nerve damage pain

Bulging Lower Abdomen Post-Tummy Tuck 9 answers

I had a TT, MR and a touch of flank lipo 6 weeks ago and am concerned that not enough tissue was taken away. Im a normal BMI and 5ft 9. I am still...
5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in after bulging lower abdomen

Tummy Tuck Swelling After 10 Weeks 9 answers

I want to know if this swelling looks normal for 10 weeks after tummy tuck my doctor says its not fluid he inserted a needle in my abdomen and nothing...
after normal swelling

Scarless Tummy Tuck - How to Get One? 9 answers

What is involved with a scarless tummy tuck? i recall local news talking about new scar free tummy tucks and forgot to write down the name of the...
age 35-44 before scar

Would a Plastic Surgeon Ever Deny a Prospective Patient Because of Age? 9 answers

I am currently 23 years old. I have spent the past two years losing weight and have lost about 70 pounds. I am currently at my ideal weight. However I...
abdomen age 18-24 before loose skin stretch marks

Post-op Tummy Tuck and I Feel Pain After Walking Slow on Treadmill 9 answers

I am post op 5 weeks and starting walking on the treadmill very slow last week. I normally work out 5 days a week on the eliptical. I started at 1.0...
after exercise pain

How Soon Should I See my Doctor After Finding a Seroma? 9 answers

17 days post op, drain removed 8 days after surgery after well appropriate minimal amount of drainage. 9days later I have noticed what has been...
after drainage seroma timing

Can I Still Get a Tummy Tuck if I Have a Tattoo in the Same Area? (Photos) 9 answers

I have a tattoo going up my side and im not sure if i can have a tummy tuck also I dont plan on having another child for 6 years but i hate my tummy...
before tattoo

Anxious of Risks - 1 Week Before Tummy Tuck and Breast Reduction/Lift 9 answers

I am scheduled for a tummy tuck and breast reduction/lift in 1 week. I am 5'3" 44 years old and weigh 180. My highest weight was 245. After...
170-189 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in age 35-44 before risk safety varicose veins

Pros and Cons of Permanent Vs. Dissolvable Sutures for Diastasis? 9 answers

I'm concerned and "creeped out" by the idea of permanent sutures for diastasis and would like to be more informed about dissolvable...
130-149 lbs 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in before comparison diastasis recti sutures

Is an Umbilical Float Tummy Tuck Right for Me? 9 answers

Would a Umbilical Float Abdomnioplasty with Muscle Repair High Be Rite for Me ?
before candidate umbilical technique

Will Tricare Cover Abdominal Muscle Plication? 9 answers

After having my daughter, I realized I had diastasis recti. I have not been able to correct it with exercise and it is causing abdominal bulging and...
after pregnancy before diastasis recti insurance

3 Months Post Tummy Tuck: Now 5 Weeks Pregnant - is There Any Risk Involved? 9 answers

I recently had a tummy tuck 3 months ago and I just found out I'm 5 weeks pregnant. I'm very scared I've heard so many mixed information...
3 months post-op after options pregnancy risk

Multi-Vitamins and Tummy Tuck 9 answers

I Am Undergoing a Full TT on 12/20 and I Take Womens One a Day Vitamin Daily. Because It Contains Vitamin E Should I Stop? My plastic surgeon said...
before supplements vitamins

What Kind of Test/image Showing Whether a Muscle Tightening Was Performed? 9 answers

I had a full tummy tuck done about 11 months ago and my tummy looks bigger than before I had it done. There is no curves and no lovehandles any more....
after stomach

Mini Tummy Tuck Complications 9 answers

Three months ago I had a mini tummy tuck. I am told by my doctor that the tissue did not adhere. It looks like I still has a fat belly over my scar....
after stomach tissue

Trying to Decide if I Should Go Through with the Tummy Tuck or Not.. Advice PLEASE!!!!!!!!! 9 answers

I am a 22y/o who had gastric bypass December 31, 2007. I weighed 220 lbs at 5'2. I am down to 145 lbs & have extra skin. I am scheduled to...
before

Tummy Tuck At 67 Years Old 9 answers

I am 67 years old, 5'7", weigh more or less 167 #s. I am thinking alot about a tummy tuck I look pregnate, pants don't fit in the waist...
age 65-74 before safety

Am I a Healthy Candidate for a Tummy Tuck? 9 answers

Regarding to my earlier question, am I fit for the surgery? I wil pay $9000 for that and doing it in the biggest hospital with perfect care. Does that...
090-109 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in before c-section candidate post-pregnancy safety

Tummy Tuck Without Lipo 9 answers

I had a full TT 19 days ago,Im now left with a muffin top one side larger then the other..My Doctor said i didnt need Lipo.Now im unhappy. ? is will...
3 weeks post-op after muffin top results revision

Can I Have a Baby Post Diastasis Recti Repair/tummy Tuck? 9 answers

I had a diastasis recti repair and tummy tuck approx 9 years ago. My husband and I are discussing having another baby. Is this possible for me? If so,...
10 years post-op after muscle tightening pregnancy reverse

Tummy Tuck to Correct Problems from Multiple Surgery Scarring? 8 answers

Hi! My question is a little complicated. I have had several abdominal surgeries: 3 children/all c-section, 2 colon surgeries, hysterectomy, etc. My...
before c-section pain scar stomach surgery scar

How Much Weight to Lose Before Tummy Tuck and Liposuction? 8 answers

I'm thinking about getting a tummy tuck. I have 3 kids and that awful hanging tummy flab that won't go away. I'm 5'9", 51, weighing about 190...
190-209 lbs abdomen age 45-54 before flab under arms weight loss

What is This Hard Bulge after Tummy Tuck Surgery? 8 answers

Hard Bulge 4 Weeks Post TT/MR-- on my Upper/ Lower Abdomen Above my Incision, Below (New) Belly Button. My surgeon was unable to aspirate fluid from...
after bulging fluid lumps

6 Weeks Post Tummy Tuck: Still Swollen and Wrinkled 8 answers

I am 6 weeks out from a modified tt and mr. modified because i kept my bb. i look like i need a tt more than before the surgery and wish i could of...
1 month post-op abdomen after revision swelling tightening wrinkles

Lump After Tummy Tuck 8 answers

This picture is taken while laying down first thing in the morning with bladder FULL to show it at largest- No pain from it ever. It does shift from...
after lumps

Tummy Tuck After Weight Loss but Before Child Bearing? 8 answers

I am 26, I had gastric bypass surgery and am now at my goal weight and would like to get a Tummy Tuck. My question is, I haven't had any kids yet, but...
age 25-34 before belly pregnancy stretch marks weight loss

Ideal Weight for a Tummy Tuck for Patient with Thyroid Issues? 8 answers

I gained 80 lbs in 28 weeks of pregnancy due to HELLP syndrome and renal failure. I have stretch marks and loose skin everywhere. I have had weight...
5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in before belly loose pregnancy skin stretch marks weight weight gain

Will Abdominal Mesh Interfere with Tummy Tuck or Liposuction? 8 answers

I had a complete abdominal hysterectomy and cancer surgery (stage IIIc fallopian tube cancer) 3 years ago. Then, although following doc's orders to...
abdomen anesthesia before cancer hernia

I'm 8 Days Post TT and Feel Extreme Stretching - Will I Get New Stretch Marks? 8 answers

I had a full TT with muscle repair 8 days ago. I'm 5'8" and weigh 145 pounds. I am not able to stand up straight and every time I'm...
130-149 lbs 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in after burning standing up stretch marks stretched

Unhappy with the Results of Tummy Tuck: Still Have Loose Skin 8 answers

I know it's only been six weeks but I am feeling really depressed with the results of my tummy tuck so far. Looking back I wish there was better...
2 months post-op after costs loose skin results

Is It Unusual to Have Loose Skin 12 Months After a TT? 8 answers

after loose skin normal

Post-pregnancy with Lower Abdominal Saggy Skin, Mini TT of FTT? 8 answers

I'm 30 yrs, 162cm and 56kg. I've had 2 pregnancies and I'm not planning on having any more. After my 2nd pregnancy I was left with loose...
after pregnancy before full mini options

Did I Damage my Muscle Repair? 8 answers

I am 1 week post op. Today I had to lift my crying 6 mo. old who is 16lbs. I bent at the knees and just sat her on my lap and then moves her to her...
after damage lift pain

Should I Get a Tummy Tuck or Vaser Lipo? 8 answers

I am a 27 years old femele. I dont have any children and Im not married. I wieght 80KG and my hight is 1 meter and 68cm. I really dont know how to...
abdomen age 25-34 before belly fat comparison

5'4, 220lb. 21yrs old, 1 Child. Should I Consider Tummy Tuck? If Not, Any Advice on Diets? 8 answers

I am 21yrs, have a 5month old I am 5'4 220 and I really want a tummy tuck. I have always been around 175-180 I have never been thin or that happy...
210-229 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in age 18-24 before candidate diet

I Have a Scarred, Ugly Belly Button. Will Getting A Tummy Tuck Give Me A New One Or Will I Have To Keep the Original One? 8 answers

The reason why I want to know is because back in 2009 I had umbilical hernia surgery and the doctor left my belly button all deformed like a triangle...
before belly button hernia repair

What Should I Do if I Am Not Happy with Results of ETT? 8 answers

I am over 50, 5' 2" inches and had lost 90 pounds prior to my ETT. I carefully consulted with 4 Board certified Plastic surgeons and each...
after age 45-54 excess skin love handles muscle tightening results

Should I Get a Tummy Tuck or Vaser Lipo? 8 answers

I am a 26 year old African American Female with one 4 year old daugther.I weigh 168 want to weigh 154 but when I did weigh 152 at the begining of the...
before options post-pregnancy

Belly Button Repair After Hernia and Tummy Tuck 8 answers

It's been a year since I had my tummy tuck and belly button hernia repaired. Although, I'm pretty happy with the overal surgery; I'm...
1 year post-op before belly button flat hernia umbilicoplasty

What Type of Tummy Tuck Results Can Expect at my Current Weight? 8 answers

I have lost over 50 pounds and im currently working with a trainer. The problem is everyting is getting smaller except for my stomach. It keeps...
before expectation overweight

Please Explain the Procedure of a Belt Lipectomy from the Back/butt? 8 answers

I understand that the front is like a tummy tuck but is the back like a brazilian butt lif. Could someone please explain?
before instructions lipectomy

Thermage or Tummy Tuck? 8 answers

I'm 24, healthy mother of 2. I would like to know, will Thermage work to help improve my tummy, or would I need a mini or full tummy tuck (which I...
abdomen age 18-24 before

Belly Has Extended Super Low Below Belly Button and Massive Rippling, Will This Smooth Out? 8 answers

My strech marks are raisied and ripply. I am freaking out because I look awful. Will this get better, will my stomach smooth out, will strech marks go...
after final result permanent rippling

Can I Go Back to Work As a Exotic Dancer After a Tummy Tuck ? 8 answers

I had a tummy tuck 7 weeks ago but my doctor said not to do situps until at least 3 months after the surgery and when i try to dance my abdomen hurts...
after

Will Muscle Tightening Give Better Results, Even if I Don't Need it? 8 answers

With 2 full term pregnancies and have lost near 100 lbs through exercise and diet control. Scheduled for tummy tuck in 2 weeks. My PS tells me after...
before muscle tightening results

Will It Be Safe to Go to a Spa Treatment 2 Months After a Tummy Tuck, Breast Reduction? 8 answers

I will like to have a massage, maybe steam room or go to the swimming pool.. Can I?
2 months post-op after massage swimming

Am I a Candidate for Tummy Tuck, If I had Radiation Treatments 6 Years Ago? 8 answers

I am a 51 yr old female and have undergone a hysterectomy and pelvic radiation & chemo for cervical cancer. That was 6 yrs ago. One surgeon I...
before candidate hysterectomy radiation

My Skin is Elevated in the Area Where a Drain Was Placed- Status Post Rectus Diastasis Repair. Will This Resolve? 8 answers

I am 3 months post op for rectus diastasis repair. This was corrected to above belly button. (Also had csection scar revision, no lipo, no full tummy...
after diastasis recti drains

Tummy Tuck or Liposuction Before Brazilian Butt Lift? 7 answers

I've seen tummy tuck procedures everywhere on the internet and they cut from hip to hip. A girl I knew a long time ago got a tummy tuck and her scar...
before belly consultation scar

Hernia Repair Right After C-section? 7 answers

I am pregnant with my 3rd child, which will be a repeat c-section. I already had 2 c-sections with my other two children before. I have developed...
abdomen before c-section hernia pregnancy

How Much Does a Skin-only Tummy Tuck Cost? 7 answers

I am 50 years old , have had 4 pregnancies...never gained more than 20lbs in each pregnancy, have maintained a 118-122lb my whole life....and work out...
110-129 lbs abdomen after pregnancy age 45-54 before costs price

What to Do for Insurance Coverage for Tummy Tuck and Breast Reduction? 7 answers

I have spreaded since I had my daughter 3 years ago. I am a size D and my breasts get in the way. I also need a tummy tuck because my fat on my...
after pregnancy before breasts D cup fat insurance stomach

Type of Doctor I Should Go to for Diastasis Rectus Repair? 7 answers

My stomach muscles split after 5 births. I need to have it repaired, but I am not sure what type of doctor to see first. Should I see my primary...
after pregnancy before stomach

Could Muscles Have Relaxed After Tummy Tuck? 7 answers

I am 6 weeks post FTT with diastasis recti & umbilical hernia repair. My abdomen is still very swollen. I still wear my compression garment w/a...
1 month post-op after compression garment hernia repair muscle results swelling

Vertical Loose Skin/loose Stretch Marks After Tummy Tuck? 7 answers

I had a tt 2 weeks ago. The Dr. told me that my stomach muscles were 15 cm apart-more than the average patient. I was told I was a very good candidate...
abdomen after loose skin stretch marks

How Many Sizes Will I Lose From Tummy Tuck and Lipo? 7 answers

I am 5 foot 7 I weigh about 200 pounds,and I carry allot in the abdominal area.MY Ideal weight is about 155.I am strong built.I have had three...
190-209 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in after pregnancy before

Meaning of Tummy Tuck Insurance Codes: 15830 + 15847? 7 answers

I have just received my approval for a tummy tuck from my insurance. I am having this done because of the overhanging skin left from have 4 children...
before insurance

Successful Pregnancy Possible After Mastectomy, Reconstruct and Tummy Tuck? 7 answers

I had a tummy tuck as well as a preventative mastectomy with breast reconstruction a few years ago. Do you know of any cases where women who have had...
abdomen after breasts pregnancy

Abdominoplasty for Obese Patient with Fibromyalgia? 7 answers

Due to 7 years of severe Fibromyalgia, and countless battles with weight loss with no reuslts and subsequent flare ups due to exercising, I feel like...
250-269 lbs 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in age 35-44 belly collagen exercise face pouch sagging weight weight gain weight loss

Tummy Tuck - Not scared of Pain but of Complications 7 answers

25 years old. Ok, so this is how neurotic and full of anxiety I am. I have no medical issues.(well besides anxiety!) I am young. I am in shape as I...
110-129 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in age 25-34 anxiety before risk

Tummy Tuck with No Money Upfront 7 answers

Okay I have had 5 children who I love more than life however my tummy is overlapping. I dont have money up front like that. does anyone let you do...
abdomen before price

Incision Opening After Tummy Tuck 7 answers

Hi, i am 14 days post op from a full TT.one of my steri strip fell off at day 9 and since then the incision has been opened a little, aprox 1 inch..i...
after incision

Seroma After Full Tummy Tuck: Upper Abs Have Ridge and Odd Looking Skin 7 answers

I had a full tummy tuck on May 4th.I am a small person to begin with, 106lbs, 5'4", but had 2 kids that left stretch marks, bb mishappen and...
090-109 lbs 2 months post-op 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in abs after causes pain ridges seroma

How Much Fluid Can Seroma Hold? 7 answers

Is there a point to where the pocket of tissue just can't hold anymore and it stops filling? I have drains in still, but the tubing is starting to...
200-249cc after seroma

Tummy Tuck for Patient with History of Hyperactive Thyroid? 7 answers

Hi, after I had my 2 children, my stomach looks like a nightmare. I am a relatively petite woman besides my stomach as well as the horrifying stretch...
after pregnancy before stomach stretch marks

Tummy Tuck for Patient with Lupus After 3 C-sections? 7 answers

I have had three c-section and am considering a Tummy Tuck. I also have lupus. Is it safe?
autoimmune disease before c-section

Will Weight Loss Post-op Tummy Tuck Mean a Further Surgery is Needed? 7 answers

I am currently scheduled for an abdominoplasty, breast reconstruction w/ augmentation, and lateral thigh liposuction in a couple weeks. I am 28 yo,...
170-189 lbs 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in age 25-34 before breasts post-op thighs weight loss

I Have Had a T-tuck 2 Years Ago & I Still Have Swelling Above my Scar. Is This Normal? 7 answers

My stomach is hard as a rock & when I try to exercise my back is in excruciating pain. Do you have any idea what may be the cause of this?
after back swelling

Full or Mini Tuck? 7 answers

My stomach seems very excessive,broke clear impression on the stomach,and stomach too loose can make a full tummy tuck do? before this doctor had my...
before comparison loose skin options stretch marks

Is It Too Early to Go Back to Work? 7 answers

I had breast augmentation and tummy tuck w/ smart lipo. I returned to work after 38 days. My work involves heavy lifting, pushing and pulling. I am an...
after swelling timing work

Belly Button Swelling After Exercising, 1 Months Post-Op Tummy Tuck, Normal? 7 answers

I am 1 mnth post tt and was plodding happily along recovery road til 5 days ago when I walked on treadmill for 30 mins with grad 4.5. By the end I was...
1 month post-op after belly button exercise swelling

Will my Belly Button Heal or do I Need Medical Assistance? 7 answers

I am 13 days post op from a tummy tuck and my doctor instructed a nurse to remove the tape off of my belly button. I was actually horrified at what I...
after belly button cleaning healing ointment

Four Weeks Post Tummy Tuck, Draining 60+cc a Day - Is There a Problem? 7 answers

I am 74 years old in good health, physically very active. Have a stent, take Plavix.
149cc or less after age 65-74 drainage

Pregnancy After Tummy Tuck to Correct Diastasis 7 answers

My fairly severe diastasis is still present two years after pregnancy. It appears that surgical a tummy tuck is my best option, as I waited too long...
before diastasis recti pregnancy

4 C-Sections plus Hernia Surgery w/ Mesh. Can I Get a Tummy Tuck? 7 answers

I have 4 children all are c-section. and had hernia surgery where medical mersh was put on my tummy. can i have tummy tuck to ride of my saggy belly?
before c-section candidate hernia

Is Tiredness Always a Factor After Tummy Tuck/Breast Augmentation Surgery? 7 answers

I am planning to get a TT and BA in the near future. I would like to know why so many women say that they are tired weeks post op? Is it from...
before fatigue medication movement pain timing

2 Days Post-Op Tummy Tuck and Breast Reduction: Itchy Under Dressings 7 answers

My dressings and girdle. I'm afraid to scratch due to so many incisions. Does any body have any recommendations?
after girdle incision itchy options

Enough Excess Skin for a Tummy Tuck? 7 answers

I was recently told by a plastic surgeon that i dont have enough excess skin for a tummy tuck. when im standing up straight, i dont have a protruding...
abdomen before

Why is It That Sometimes the TT Cut/scar is a Perfect U and Sometimes Its Zigzag? 7 answers

When I see the pictures of the before and after some have it [ and some like this } and some like this ( it basically comes in different patterns, why...
before scar tissue

Is it Wise to Return to Work 10 Days After Tummy Tuck Surgery? 7 answers

I am a 46 y/o healthy woman, with no history of pregnancies. I want a breast lift/reduction and a tummy tuck. would like to have them done together to...
age 45-54 before downtime lift muscle tightening

Pregnant. If I Am Planning a Tummy Tuck Should I Have a C-section or Vaginal Delivery Now? 7 answers

I've always had a bunch of loose skin under the belly button and have wanted a tummy tuck my whole life. My weight has gone up and down but even...
age 35-44 before c-section pregnancy

Is Massage After Tummy Tuck Okay? 7 answers

Is it possible to massage the tummy after surgery? By a professional? aka my daughter..hehehe.
after massage

Enough Skin for a Tummy Tuck, or Alternative? 7 answers

Hello Iv had 3 large babies,which has left me with a constant pot belly where i look about 6 months pregnant, it goes up and down if i eat but is...
after pregnancy alternative before

How Much Time Should I Intend to Take off After Abdominoplasty? 7 answers

I Am a Registered Nurse. 
amount before downtime nurse work

How Much of a Limiting Factor is Very Little Loose Skin Above the Belly Button in Having a Full Tummy Tuck? 7 answers

Hello, my plastic surgeon said that he would be hesitant to do a full tummy tuck on me because my skin is quite taut above the belly button and the...
before belly button candidate

Is it possible to have gallbladder surgery and tummy tuck together? 7 answers

I'm supposed to schedule this but really need feedback.
combination gall bladder

Recommended Time Before Having Intercourse After Tummy Tuck? 6 answers

How long must I wait to have intercourse after a Tummy Tuck?
before belly healing recovery sex

Tummy Tuck for Stretch Marks but Without Loose Skin? 6 answers

Hello, my name is Gabriela. I'm 24 years old. I have a lot of stretch marks because of my pregnancy, my daughter is 6 months now. I've already done...
abdomen after pregnancy age 18-24 before loose skin stretch marks

Tummy Tuck After 2 C-sections and Uterus Attached to Abdominal Wall? 6 answers

I recently welcomed my daughter into the world via c-section. (My second c-section). The doctor created a new incision approx. 1-1/2 inches below the...
abdomen after pregnancy before c-section incision infection scar tissue

Burning Stabbing Pain in Pubic Area with Lumps After TT and Lipo, When Will It Go? 6 answers

Hi there im 4 weeks post op from a full tt, lipo to flanks and pubic/mons area and tummy and muscle repair.. my incision burns at times but the worst...
after burning lumps pain

Does Excess Belly Flab Have Any Effect on Hernia? 6 answers

After having my daughter 4 years ago, it left me with a "bib"-- excess skin or belly that hangs down. I also have an umbilical hernia. I was...
after pregnancy before belly flab insurance

Why Won't Insurance Companies Cover Abdominoplasty from Pregnancy Damage? 6 answers

Why do insurance companies do not cover Tummy Tuck after pregnancy? Why, when there is so much scarring and damage, is it not treated as an...
abdomen after pregnancy before belly button

After a Full Tummy Tuck, How Long Before the Skin Tightness and Uneveness Goes Away? 6 answers

I had my full TT and lipo 7 weeks ago. I still feel extrem tightness and uneven skin to the point of not being comfortable with out my garment and not...
after tightness uneven

Skin is Still Loose and Stomach Protrudes 2 Months Post Tummy Tuck: Is This Normal? 6 answers

I had my surgery May 2 and the more the swelling goes down the more loose skin that appears. I would just like to know if this is normal or if I am...
2 months post-op after costs loose skin normal protruding revision

What to Expect from Tummy Tuck? 6 answers

I'm 26, and live in Las Vegas. I'm getting a Tummy Tuck Dec. 11th 2009 and I have to say I thought about canceling for no other reason other than I'm...
after pregnancy age 25-34 anesthesia anxiety before belly c-section

Is It Normal to Swell Up 3 Wks Post Mini TT Just Below Navel? 6 answers

I am 3 wks post extended mini tt with muscle repair. I noticed that since I transition from a real tight girdle to a stage 2 compression girdle from...
after compression garment lower abdomen stomach swelling

Tummy Tuck for Excess Skin in Stomach Area? 6 answers

Hello, I'm 150 lbs. and 5'1" tall. Would I be a good canidate for a tummy tuck? I have a lot of excess skin in my stomach area after I had my...
150-169 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in after pregnancy before stomach

At What Point is Surgery Necessary for Split Abdominal Muscles? 6 answers

After my last c-section i noticed my stomach always sticks out to the point where i look about 3 months pregnant. As it turns out, my muscles are...
before c-section diastasis recti

Am I Being Charged Too High for Tummy Tuck? 6 answers

I am a 47-year-old woman who has lost 80 lbs. I recently consulted with two surgeons for a Tummy Tuck. The first surgeon, who I did not connect with,...
abdomen age 45-54 before costs

Tight Abs but Loose Skin and Stretch Marks - Different Tummy Tuck Procedure? 6 answers

I have had 4 kids including twins. I am in really good shape and am back to my pre-pregnancy weight now. I even have defined abs but have loose skin...
before loose skin stretch marks

Concerned About Puffy Stretch Marks Near my Incision - Will They Eventually Flatten? 6 answers

I am two days shy of being 3 weeks post op. I was aware that I would have left over stretch marks due to their position. But they are now near my...
after incision puffiness stretch marks worried

Necrosis and Sepsis After Tummy Tuck: How Long Until the Wound Heals Up? 6 answers

I had full tummy tuck with lipo 2 weeks ago. i developed sepsis and necrosis of the skin and fatty tissue. the doctors decided not to debride the dead...
after healing necrosis sepsis stitches timing wound

Belly Button Healed Shallow With No Indention - Can This Be Revised? 6 answers

I had my tummy tuck 4 months ago. The belly button took a long time to heal. It was open, oozing thik dark smelly puss for a good three weeks. It was...
4 months post-op after belly button dark healing oozing revision timing

What Happens to Stretch Marks After Post-Tummy Tuck Pregnancy? 6 answers

I want to have a Tummy Tuck because after 3 pregnancies (c-sections) and eating a healthy diet and going to the gym 7 days a week, I cannot get my...
after after pregnancy c-section skin stomach stretch marks

Vertical Scar for a Skin-Only Tummy Tuck? 6 answers

Had a tummy tuck 2 weeks ago(skin-only) At post-op appt,I noticed that standing up I had a flat stomach with a little pooching around belly button,...
after after weight loss age 35-44 massive weight loss vertical scar

A Tummy Tuck or a Breast Augmentation First? 6 answers

I had a consultation already with a plastic surgeon in my area this summer. I went in for a consultation about a tummy tuck and a breast augmenatation...
age 18-24 before breasts stomach stretch marks

Fleur De Lis Abdominoplasty for Patient with Atrial Fibrillation History? 6 answers

Can a person have a Fleur de lis Abdominoplasty if she has a history of atrial fibrillation?
before

How Long Does a Tummy Tuck with Lipo Take to Heal? 6 answers

For a birthday gift, my friend treated me to a tummy tuck- liposuction she treated herself as well. But it was done in her country she healed fast and...
after drainage healing medical tourism timing worried

Confusion About: Weight Loss Goals & Umbilical Hernia & Postpartum Skin AND Boobs? 6 answers

SO desperate... I just had my second (and last) baby 6 months ago, and I need to lose 60 pounds. I have an umbilical hernia, and boobs so big I need...
after pregnancy before hernia timing weight loss

Tummy Extended After 4 Weeks Post-op, What Could Be Causing This? 6 answers

Hi, I had FTT 5 weeks ago. I was so happy with the result until end of week 4. Last week, my belly started to bloat and now I look like 4 months...
1 month post-op after bloating colon

How Long Until I DOn't Have The Risk Of Popping The Stitches On my Stomach Muscles? 6 answers

I know it's probably unlikely but after my Board Certified plastic surgeon said "I was a very complicated case", "I was concerned...
3 months post-op after muscle repair muscle tightening stitches

What Surgery Will Remove These Left over Stretch Marks and Bellybutton Scars? 6 answers

I had a tummy tuck two years ago and am not satisfied with the results. It is a major body image issue. I not only still have a huge amount of stretch...
before pubic stretch marks

Looking for a Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon to Do Tummy Tuck and Non-traditional Lipo in Vancouver, BC or Seattle 6 answers

I need a tummy tuck and lipo (tumescent,ultrasound,smartlipo, etc.) of my luv handles and back area especially for my back / bra rolls. I am a very...
back before doctor referral stomach

I'm 26 and Had a Hysterectomy and Looking to Get a Tummy Tuck 6 answers

I had a hysterectomy after giving birth to my son. I was just wondering if I am at a high risk for something to go wrong, or if this is even a correct...
abdomen age 25-34 before

Tummy Tuck Thickness 6 answers

How long does it take for the thickness in the scar area to disappear as well as all feeling to return after a tummy tuck. It has been 7 weeks now...
after scar tissue

Which is Best for Me, Tummy Tuck or Panniculectomy? (photo) 6 answers

Here is a link to some of my pictures.. http://www.realself.com/question/tummy-tuck-realisitc-time1 I am 24 years old 5ft 6 and been at a stable...
after pregnancy before options panniculectomy

9 Wks. Post TT Swelling 6 answers

I am 9 wks. post TT. In the morning my tummy is perfectly flat. By mid morning my abd. is swollen and stays swollen all day. Is there anything I can...
abs after

How Soon Can I Have a Tummy Tuck After Childbirth? 6 answers

I gave birth to my son about four months ago. I'm already back on a healthy diet and have started exercising again. I have a lot of excess skin in...
before pregnancy

Will a Tummy Tuck Reveal Six Pack Abs? 5 answers

I've been told that I have great abdominal muscles under the flab. Is it possible that if there's a 6 pack under there? I plan on having a tt. I...
abs before definition exercise loose muscle skin stretch marks

Tummy Tuck Results on Large-framed Women? 5 answers

I am 5'1 and 180 lbs. I wear a size 12. I have a larger midriff than the pouch below the navel, and concerned that I will continue to have a larger...
170-189 lbs 5 ft 8 in to 6 ft 0 in before belly results

Return to Work 10 Days After Tummy Tuck with Breast Lift and Implants? 5 answers

Can I return to work in 10 days after a full tummy tuck and breast lift with breast implants? I'm a dental assistant and I do a lot of moving around....
abdomen before breasts downtime recovery

How Long Will my Tummy Tuck Incision Take to Close? 5 answers

This is a continuation from my previous posting on asking questions in regards to my open incision. Now i have a picture to share..how long will this...
after healing incision timing

Tummy Tuck or Other Options for Shelf Abdomen and Stretch Marks? 5 answers

I am 5'4 and 140 lbs in the picture. I've lost 31 lbs and going to lose 35 lbs more. Do you think the shelf will go away with weight loss? Do you...
abdomen before stretch marks

8mm Separation in Upper Abdomen After Tummy Tuck 5 answers

I had a full tummy tuck with muscle repair and no liposuction 6 weeks ago. Im 5"2 and 90lb so my surgeon felt there was no need for lipo...
090-109 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in abdomen after bulging revision separation swelling

How Do I Know if my Muscles Were Pulled Tight Enough? 5 answers

I am 9 weeks post op full tummy tuck with muscle repair and lipo. How do I know if my plastic surgeon sewed my tummy muscles tight enough? I hear...
2 months post-op after amount normal tightening

Pre Op: How Tight Should my Compression Pants Fit? 5 answers

Hello I am having TT abroad & have bought my compression pants at home so that I am ready. I tried them on & they fit quite tightly, in fact...
before compression garment

Mini Instead of Full Tummy Tuck to Avoid Scarring? 5 answers

I am wanting a Tummy Tuck (TT) so bad, although I have researched them tremendously, I have came across Mini Tummy Tucks. I am 23 years old and have 2...
age 18-24 before belly button sagging scar stomach stretch marks

Seroma Still Draining over 200cc a Day 2 Weeks After JP Drains Reinserted 5 answers

I had a tummy tuck w/ lipo after 100lbs weightloss. The 1st drain removed 6 days post-op, the 2nd at 11 days. I noticed the fluid accumulating in...
after stomach

Possible to Have a Tummy Tuck Through C-Section Scar? 5 answers

I had to have multiple abdominal surgeries in the past few years that resulted in my not being able to have children, as well as diastasis recti....
before diastasis recti surgery scar

Convincing NHS of the Need for Tummy Tuck to Improve Quality of Life? 5 answers

I need a Tummy Tuck on NHS as I'm single mother who can't afford to pay. Since I got this overhang, my confidence has gone. I have never been able to...
after pregnancy before insurance sagging self-esteem sex stomach

Lump Above Belly Button Post Tummy Tuck 5 answers

Hi, I had ask a similar question in another post, but never posted photos. I am now 8 months post tummy tuck with umbilical float. My belly button...
8 months post-op after floating belly button lumps pain

Why is This Belly Button So Dark and with a Buldge? 5 answers

Hello All, I am 10 weeks post op of TT with muscle repair and Lipo to the flanks and I am very displeased with the appearance of my BB. I have posted...
after belly button bulging darkening necrosis

Is is Possible to Keep Tummy Tuck Surgery Private? 5 answers

Extended Tummy Tuck w/ Liposuction (Hips/Thighs) -- Keeping It Private -- Any Ideas? I scheduled my TT for September 8! It sounds like a long time...
age 45-54 before

Is There a Medical Reason to Have my Ab Muscles Repaired? 5 answers

I have had two children, youngest 8, prolapsed vaginal wall and bladder resulting in partial hyst.w/bladder sling, 2 years later second surgery to...
abs before

Do I Order my Usual Size for Compression Garment for TT? 5 answers

I need to pre order my compression garment myself. I usual wear a UK 12, Should I order a size that fits me now or bigger or smaller please?
before bigger compression garment smaller

Tummy Tuck and Fat Grafting to Butt 5 answers

Hello ive had two pregnancies and being thin at the time it made my stinach to protrude. I had a hernia repair with mesh but my stomach still...
before bulging buttocks fat graft hernia muscle tightening repair

Is It Safe to Get a Tummy Tuck After 3 C-sections? Can I Get Butt Implants or Have Fat Transferred at the Same Time? 5 answers

I want to get butt implants, a tummy tuck & lipo at the same time. I want the implants b/c I don't think the brazilian butt lift will be...
before buttocks combination fat injection safety

Would Any Doctor Be Willing to Experiment on Giving Me a New Body, I Would Consent to Whatever is Proposed. 5 answers

Hello Doctors: Im 36 years old. Im a black female of Jamaican descent. I have had 3 c-sections. I have a beautiful face and a bad body. my stomach...
before options unhappy

Can a Tummy Tuck Be Done During a Hysterectomy? (age 49) 5 answers

I have suffered from endometriosis since I started menstruating at 13. I have had a laparatomy and many laparoscopies. Now, close to menopause, I feel...
age 45-54 before combination healing

4 Weeks Post-Op Tummy Tuck With Lipo My Stomach Still Shows a Bulge and is Loose when I Sleep Side Ways, What Can I Do? (Photos) 5 answers

I had total abdominoplasty with lipo 4 weeks back.My stomach still shows a bulge and loose stomach when i sleep side ways.Doc could not do lipo on...
1 month post-op African American after bulge loose skin

Will Tummy Tuck Cost Less if a Surgeon Has Their Own Surgical Suite? 5 answers

I am seeking Tummy Tuck in the Bay Area of California. I have consulted with 2 surgeons. The one I like will cost $18K (12K of which is his fee.) He...
before belly costs

I Had a Tummy Tuck W/o Lipo (I Have Leyden Factor V) in August 2010 5 answers

And wore regular girdle-typebinders until December. I've had swelling and hardness in my abdomen since the surgery. To date, I feel my waist and...
after hard swelling

Hysterectomy and Ventral Hernea. Safe Tummy Tuck? 5 answers

I have had 3 previous c-sections and also have bands of scar tissue in my abdomen. My doctor would like to perform a hysterectomy. My uterus is...
abdomen abs belly

Edema Following Tummy Tuck 5 answers

I had a Full TT Oct 2010. Healing went great, had no problems at all. Mid Nov I began to notice I was holding fluid all over my body..maybe edema? My...
after bloating causes edema hands lymph node options puffiness water retention

Tummy Tuck or Smart Lipo at Same Time As Breast Augmentation? 5 answers

I am considering a BL/BA in Aug. I am interested in smart lipo too. Will i end up with loose skin after SL. Is the mini TT or full TT ? If so my...
before combination

65 Year Old Female w/ 1 Kidney. Is It Safe for Me to Have a Tummy Tuck? 5 answers

age 65-74 before candidate kidney safety

Can Surgery Fix Stomach Muscle Trauma? 5 answers

My daughter is 23yrs old never been pregnant, had a car accident 3 years ago, wore a lap seat belt as passenger in back seat. seat belt saved her life...
accident age 18-24 before

I've Heard Stories of Tummy Tuck Swelling 2 Years Post-op. Is This True? 5 answers

Im due to have a tt in dec, i have a constant protruding tummy that gets worse as i eat. my concern is: reading threads on tt they say they are still...
before long-lasting long-term swelling

Any Advice on How I Should Prepare Myself for a Tummy Tuck? 5 answers

I am so ecstatic about getting my tummy tuck done next week after having waited for a very long time.
before preparation

Why do I Still Have the Little Bulge Right Above the Incision Line 6 Mos Post-op TT? (Photos) 5 answers

I had a full TT in early April of this year but still have a little bulge right above the incision line in my lower tummy now that I am almost 6...
6 months post-op after bulge incision

Whats the Next Step 5 answers

Hi I m a 30 year old mother of 2 kids 8 n 7 yr old. Ive had numerous surgeries. Gall bladder removal, appendix removed, an ablasion , a hysterectomy,...
age 25-34 before stomach

Am I a Good Canidate for a Tummy Tuck? Mini, Full or Lipo? (photo) 5 answers

I am 18 years old And I have never had children. I have been chunky all of mylife but I have always been healthy (as the doctor always told me)I have...
African American before candidate options

Liposuction for Weight Gain Following Tummy Tuck Surgery? 4 answers

I had abdominoplasty 6 yrs ago (I am 50 y.o. now)... the result was good but left me with "dog ears."  My surgeon did it again and...
age 45-54 before dog ears weight gain

Pain After Tummy Tuck with Sex 4 answers

I am two and a half weeks post op from my tummy tuck and to embarrassed to ask my ps, but my husband and I were having sex "dogie style"...
after pain sex

How Long Will the Hardness Last Around the Scar After a Tummy Tuck? 4 answers

I've had 2 prior c-sections and the area where I've had my c-sections is still really swollen and hard as a rock. The tummy tuck scar on each...
after c-section hard scar tissue

Do You Think I Will Get a Totally Flat Abdomen with Full TT W/ MR? 4 answers

I was totally psyched about getting the full TT w/ MR. But after reading alot of things from other women I'm wondering if my expectations are too...
before expectation stretch marks

Effects of Smoking on Tummy Tuck Results? 4 answers

Will smoking as little at 2 to 3 cigarettes a day have an effect on my Tummy tuck?
before belly smoking

Need Revision Post TT- Belly Button Closed-Must Locate Umbilical. Is This Necessary? 4 answers

Hi Doctors. I had a FTT with MR on August 4th 2010. My BB had issues-infections and has since closed up completely. I now have a vertical scar instead...
after age 25-34 belly button

Tummy Tuck a Good Alternative to Diet and Exercise After 2 C-sections? 4 answers

I have tried diet and exercise and I'm not getting rid of that flap that makes me wanna puke. Is tummy tuck a good alternative for me?
abdomen before c-section diet exercise

Will Tummy Tuck Remove Stretch Marks Above the Belly Button? 4 answers

I have always had a protruding belly, however the skin is not loose. What bothers me the most and the reason for wanting a tummy tuck is the numerous...
before stretch marks

Tummy Tuck Tips - Prep for Abdominoplasty 4 answers

I will be having full Tummy Tuck on December 29. I need some pre-op tips that may help me?
abdomen before full tip

Possible to Have Breathing Problems (Dyspnoe) Because of a Diastasis Recti? 4 answers

After my second pregnacy i have had breathing problems (i cannot breath right) i feel like my belly muscles don't do what they have to do. I am...
before breathing diastasis recti options

Post Tummy Tuck - Is a Belly Button Revision Needed? 4 answers

8 wks full TT post op.Pls check my other postings for what transpired on my initial TT where ps did not pull all of the loose skin for safety reasons...
after belly button revision tightening

Loose Skin After Tummy Tuck 4 answers

3 months post tuck. I had a seroma that initially drained 300ml and after 3 weeks that was done. @ 5 weeks I had bronchitis with lots of coughing. I...
3 months post-op loose skin seroma

Tummy Tuck Still Possible for Someone with Uterine Cancer History? 4 answers

I am 67 years old, with history of uterine cancer, but in good health. I'm 50 lbs overweight. Is tummy tuck still possible?
age 65-74 before cancer overweight

Do I Need a Tummy Tuck? 4 answers

I've had 3 kids and I still look pregnant 19 months post partom. My husband thinks there is something wrong with the internal muscles for it to...
before bulging muscle tightening post-pregnancy

Possible to Develop a Seroma 6 Weeks Post Tummy Tuck? 4 answers

I had a mini tummy tuck 8 weeks ago. I wore my compression garment for a 6 week period. Before(with the garment) it was well contured and the skin was...
after compression garment flab inflammation seroma

Get Rid of Severe Stretch Marks on my Stomach? 4 answers

I am 24 and have lupus. I had a real bad pregnacy where I had a TIA. So from research I pretty much know a tummy tuck is dangerous and most doctors...
before lupus stomach stretch marks

How is It Possible to Wear a Compression Garment With Drains? 4 answers

I can see how a compression garment can be worn after the drains are taken out but while they are in, I dont want to get near them or the incision!...
before compression garment drainage incision

Can I Change my Doctor with Medicare? 4 answers

In 2009, I had a TT, hysterectomy, & hernia repair. I got MRSA and was on a wound vac for 2 months. What happened to me should not have happened....
after belly button doctor hernia repair hysterectomy medicare MRSA pinched

Free Tummy Tuck for Endometriosis Patient? 4 answers

I am a stage IV Endometriosis patient. I am 33 years old, otherwise healthy person. I am undergoing a second Laperoscopy (sp?) surgery this summer due...
before c-section endometriosis free

F/U to the 3 Yr Tummy Tuck Suture "Spitting" 4 answers

My pcp gave a shot of rocephin, script of bactrim & sent me to a gen surgeon THAT day who did some sort of procedure. He didn't find any pus...
after

13 Stone Hypertension Sufferer: Would I Be Able to Have a Tummy Tuck? 4 answers

As i suffer with hypetention, which is controlled with bendrofluazidewould i still be able to have a tummy tuck? as i currently weigh 13st approx how...
170-189 lbs before dress size hypertension safety weight loss

What Are the Criteria for NHS to Cover Tummy Tuck? 3 answers

I am just after my third Cesarean section and my stomach has a large over hang which is dead muscle. I have tried everything to get it back into...
before c-section insurance muscle stomach

Way to Remove Excess Skin and Improve Belly Button Look Without Scars? 3 answers

I work out hard and eat clean all the time. I gained 42 lbs with my daughter, who is now 16. Have never been back down to 110 lbs, but I have lost 30...
before belly button stomach

Will Post-tummy Tuck Swelling Stretch my Skin Again? 3 answers

Hi - I am a 27 year-old female who had a full tummy tuck 6 weeks ago. I am in great physical condition - in fact the dr. didn't need to do fat...
abdomen after age 25-34 stretched swelling

Abdominoplasty Scars - Do Scar Care Products Work? 3 answers

Read lots of great doctor answers here about scarring from abdominoplasty. the part i wonder about is whether any of the post-surgery scar products...
recovery scar

Possible to Have Breast Lift and Tummy Tuck on NHS? 3 answers

I am very depressed since having my third child, who is three. I can't let my husband near me, who tries to be there for me but I just push him away....
abdomen before breasts insurance post-pregnancy

4 Weeks Post Tummy Tuck - Should I Sleep in my Compression Garment? 3 answers

I have my tummy tuck done 4 weeks ago I am still sleeping with the garment just because I feel more secure when I have it on, its OK to do this. I...
1 month post-op after compression garment sleep

Combining Tummy Tuck, Breast Implants and Butt Injections? 3 answers

I'm having surgery in February and I want all three procedures. Is it safe? I weigh 138 lbs and 5'6" at 35 yrs of age
130-149 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in age 35-44 before belly breasts buttocks

Effect of Body Lift, Tummy Tuck on Libido? 3 answers

I am a sixty two year old woman and want to know when the desire for sex will approximately occur after a BL and TT with lipo. I had the surgeries...
after age 55-64 sex

Tummy Tuck Revision Using Mesh 3 answers

5'1" 112lbs I had a full tummy tuck with muscle repair 14 mos. ago. My tummy still measures the same if not more than it did preop! Weigh...
110-129 lbs 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in after bulging options revision skin

Huge Tummy 7 Months After Tummy Tuck 3 answers

Hi, had a full tummy tuck 7 months ago, initally it was flat, but over the months it has got bigger and bigger till it is now half the size it was...
after

Can Tummy Tuck Help Fix Tummy After Hernia Repair? 3 answers

I had hernia repair and my tummy is big like I'm 9 months pregnant. Can a Tummy Tuck help?
before belly hernia

Is It Possible to Combine Tummy Tuck with C-section? 3 answers

Can I have my 2nd Tummy Tuck combined with my cesarean section? I had a Tummy tuck 16 months ago and I am now pregnant! Can I actually combine the...
before belly c-section pregnancy

Tenderness and Burning After Liposuction and Tummy Tuck 3 answers

Had Liposuction and an Inner Thigh Lift, As Well As a Tummy Tuck. It is Now 5 Weeks.  I have extreme tenderness on my inner thighs, the tops of...
1 month post-op after burning causes tender thighs tightness

I Have Had a Prolapsed and Enlarged Uterus is It Safe to Have a Tummy Tuck 3 answers

I couldn't have a hysterectomy because I had to have my bladder tied up.
before candidate enlarged uterus

3 Months Post Tummy Tuck - Should I Still Have Swelling? 3 answers

I had an ETT with MR and Lipo on Dec 2, so I am now 3 months out. I feel like I have "permanent" swelling - it looks like this all day, so I...
after permanent shape swelling

5 Week Post-Op Tummy Tuck: Lifting Causes Pain 3 answers

I had a tummy tuck, umbilical hernia and abdominal muscle repair done 5 weeks ago. I was feeling better every day and started resuming many of my...
after damage incision lifting muscle pain umbilical hernia

Seroma After Tummy Tuck 3 answers

Drains out after 16 hours. I was told I may have turned over wrong and separated some skin from the muscle creating a hole which filled with fluid.My...
2 months post-op after damage drainage pinched pouch seroma

What is a Alveoli Tummy Tuck and Who is the Best Candidate? 3 answers

Whats the difference between a Full Tummy tuck and a Alveoli Tuck? Are the results just as good either way? What would you recommend for me...
before candidate comparison options results

Tummy Tuck Vs Laser Lipo - Which is for Me? 3 answers

I am good shape and work out constantly but i want to get rid of the loose skin and fix the hernia in my belly button. I have been told by past...
before hernia loose skin options

Tummy Tuck Michelin Man Syndrome 3 answers

As one doctor replied to my previous question why my waist is bigger after a full tummy tuck, i gues he was right it could be due to the michelin man...
after folds loose skin restore

Loose Skin or Flabbiness on Tummy, Arms, Chin, Face, Back and Buttocks 3 answers

I have loose and sagging skin EVERYWHERE on my body and it seems to be getting worse by the day. It's not due to wejght loss, I have been thin all...
arms back before buttocks chin comparison face flab options stomach

With Previous Large Vertical Scar, What Type of Tummy Tuck Do I Need? 3 answers

I have had a previous surgery over 20 years ago. The long scar that was left behind has always been a big insecurity of mine. In addition, I have a...
before stretch marks

Not all Skin was Removed Even Though I had a Full Tummy Tuck 3 answers

I had a full tummy tuck 6 weeks ago after having very large twin babies last year. My board certified PS said after the surgery that he wasn't...
6 weeks post-op after comparison dog ears flap revision

Blurred Vision After Tummy Tuck 3 answers

Just had a tummy tuck and breast lift/implant. Started noticing blurred vision when reading close up. i had perfect vision prior to surgery and even...
after blurry vision lift medication worried

I Am 11months 2 Weeks Post-op. My Scar Above the Pubic Area is Still Very Pink. 3 answers

I am still swelling and have muscle spasms. Is this normal at almost a year post-op?
1 year post-op after scar tissue spasms

Do You Continue to Bloat Pre and During Menustration After Tummy Tuck? 3 answers

Can't determine whether I'm swelling or if I am experiencing systems of menustration.
after bloating menstruation swelling symptoms

Permanent Nerve Damage at Hip and Thigh from Tummy Tuck? 3 answers

Reposting this because I named the wrong nerve in my previous post. I am 1 1/2 yrs out from abdominoplasty to repair upper hernia post pregnancy and...
1 year post-op after hips nerve damage permanent thighs

Im Having a Tummy Tuck and Brizilian Butt Lift After Surgey What is the Best Position when Laying Down. 3 answers

before buttocks position

Why Does the Skin on my Abdomen Feel Soft Yet Painful After a TT? (photo) 3 answers

Hi, I had a full TT with lipo 5 months ago. All was great until recently. My abdomen feels a bit tight yet the skin above it feels bruised and soft. I...
5 months post-op after healing pain tender

How Much Will my Labs Cost? Have to Have Them Done a Week Before my Surgery. TT is on April 12th 3 answers

My TT is scheduled for April 12th. I have to pay for my labs about a week beforehand. How much can I expect to pay for them? I also have to buy this...
before costs

Post Tummy Tuck: Common to Have Breast Tenderness? 3 answers

I recently had a tummy tuck/lipo two weeks ago, is it normal to have breast tenderness and soreness.
after breasts normal tender

Why Won't the Fat Go Away 1 Year After C-Section? 3 answers

! had 4 babies.was happy w/body & didnt mind little lose tummy skin,,however @35 got suprise baby(beautiful boy) however he was born via c-section...
age 35-44 before c-section exercise resistant weight loss

Side Pain after Tummy Tuck 3 answers

Large apron removel 5.1kg and repair of div .Tummy tuck .After having large long children to a very tall man.I have had a pulling feeling in the...
after side

What is Red Syndrome After a Tummy Tuck? 3 answers

Someone told me it is the inflammatory response around the scar that is hormonally mediated and occurs about 1 month after surgery.
before inflammation reaction

Can I Get my Tummy Lifted As Its Loose Because of Two Deliveries. Plz Help 3 answers

I have two babies the younger one is of 2 years. My tummy is loose can i get my tummy lifted. Please help me in this i feel so bad i am a lean person...
before loose skin

Doctor Recommendation for Tummy Tuck in North Carolina 3 answers

After having 3 sweet babies my belly looks like a road map to nowhere land! I want a new tummy I have high hopes after looking at many of your results...
before doctor referral post-pregnancy research

Doctor Recommendation for Tummy Tuck in Texas 3 answers

I live in san antonio tx and i have had 7 children and i am on a diest now im 48 and was also in a major car wreck in 2009 and gained a lot of wieght...
accident age 45-54 before doctor referral excess skin flab weight gain

How Do I Trust my Doctor to Repair a Bad Tummy Tuck/lipo Outcome if He Caused It? 2 answers

Adding on from previous. Just took some after pics. Realized not only did he botch lipo (which was only to be on flanks but somehow to chunck out of...
abdomen after

Tummy Tuck Stomach NOT Flat at All - Torn Sutures, Swelling, Crappy Job? 2 answers

So i got a tummy tuck, its been exactly 4 weeks now. it was SO flat at 2.5 weeks. i am a SMALL girl, im not overweight, i had a baby and had BAD loose...
after after pregnancy bad sutures swelling torn

Is It Normal for Your Belly Button to Close Up After a Tummy Tuck, and Can It Be Fixed? 2 answers

Had full tummy tuck a year ago and have had belly button issues since. My dr. seems uncertain as to what to do. I was not overweight prior to surgey....
abdomen after belly belly button

9 Weeks Since my TT - Am I Still Swollen? 2 answers

I've had a TT on May 19, 2010. So far I am not too happy with the results. Below are some before and after pictures. My PS says that I am still...
abdomen after swelling

4 Weeks Post Abdominoplasty: Tummy Not Flat 2 answers

I am very happy with the results. However, I assumed my tummy would be pretty flat. I have what I call "2 road bumps". Upper abdomen is soft...
1 month post-op after bulging bumps flat sutures worried

Does Tummy Tuck Surgery Affect Menstrual Periods? 2 answers

Went for tt in a nearby parlor before i went i had missed my periods (d previous month)but had got a pregnancy test done it was negative. took meprate...
after

Tummy Tuck Price Range in Minneapolis, MN 2 answers

I am 24 years old 5 "4" and 140lbs. I have 3 kids two of which are 2 year old twins. I have loose skin and some fat. How much should I...
130-149 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in age 18-24 before costs loose skin

How Do I Prepare for a Tummy Tuck when I Have my Period? 2 answers

I just got my period today and I have a full tt scheduled for tomorrow, July 23rd. Is this going to be a problem? No tampons, I assume? what do you...
abdomen before

Why Did my Doctor Give Me a Vertical Incision on my Tummy Tuck? 2 answers

I went in for a tummy tuck in October and after surgery noticed that I had a vertical incision, I have a short torso so its very noticeable when...
abdomen after belly

Post-Tummy Tuck Sex, Does the Penis Size Matter? 2 answers

Does the size of the penis matter post tummy tuck? Will the Tummy Tuck be affected in any way?  How long should I wait if it is extremely large?...
after complication sex

The Top of my New Belly Button Has Begun to Turn Brown Three and a Half Weeks Post FTT? 2 answers

This area was not brown at all for the first two weeks after the tt, the docor said it may be what the inside skin of my belly button originally...
3 weeks post-op after belly button discoloration normal

Can I Pierce my Belly Button with a Hernia? 2 answers

I have received a tummy tuck and my stomach looks great. In six months will it be okay ti pierce my navel even though I have an umbilical hernia?
after hernia piercing

Which Abdominal Exercises Can Best Strengthen the Ab Muscles? 2 answers

I am 8 weeks post FTT w/muscle repair. I have very lax fascia and in order to have a flatter abdomen, I need to work my core & rectus muscles as...
110-129 lbs 2 months post-op 5 ft 0 in to 5 ft 3 in abdomen after exercise timing

Seroma After Tummy Tuck: Doctor Says It's Dry 2 answers

My ps drained a 40cc seroma above my belly button 2 weeks after a TT. One week later, it seems like the lump is back, so I went to my general Dr and...
after drainage dry lumps seroma swelling technique

How Long Does Tummy Tuck Result Last? 2 answers

All that I have read is "many years." I know there are a lot of variables, but statistically speaking, how many specific years on...
before belly

Eligible for Tummy Tuck at This Weight? 2 answers

I'm a woman who had 2 children and have excess skin and want to have a Tummy Tuck. My height is 5 foot 7 inches and my weight is about 200 lbs. I'm...
before

Tummy Tuck: Bad Reaction to Stitches 2 answers

I am 5 weeks po Friday the 8th of April. I have had a wonderful recovery except the fact I am having a bad reaction to the stitches that are not...
after infection reaction scar stitches

Draining From Bikini Line After Drainage Tube Rejected 2 answers

Had a tummy tuck 7wk ago my body rejected the drain tube n the hole closed. last week I started draining again but from the bikini line it opened up I...
2 months post-op after bikini line drainage normal rejection

2 Weeks Post TT/Lipo: Are Matted Masses Under Skin on Each of my Sides Normal? 2 answers

I had a tummy tuck and lipo of flanks and am 2 weeks post op. I have matted masses under the skin about 3-4" about incision on each side. Is this...
2 weeks post-op after flanks incision mass matted normal

Can a Tummy Tuck Correct Stretched (Not Just Separated) Ab Muscles? 2 answers

I recently asked whether muscles can relax post TT. I saw my PS today. She told me that I don't have a seroma, fluid collection or excess fat...
after final result muscle tightening pooch unhappy

Is There Anything Specific That I Should Do Before a Full TT? 2 answers

I'm in good physical shape. Age: 47 2 large pregnancies..no C-sections...14 & 10 yrs. ago.
age 45-54 before preparation

Post Tummy Tuck: Lifted Niece Two Days Ago and Now Feel Pain 2 answers

Iyar a tummy tuck/MR and lipo of the flanks 3 weeks ago, I lifted my 40+ pound niece out of tub 2-3 days ago and have had stomach pangs or pains/aches...
3 weeks post-op after damage lifting pain

Can a Plastic Surgeon Fix my Umbilical Hernia and Abdomen Area? (Photos) 2 answers

I had 2kids and I have an umbilical hernia and my stomach muscles are split.I weigh 103 lbs, 5'0 tall. I went to a plastic surgeon and he told me...
before candidate umbilical hernia

Daughter Had Tummy Tuck 16 Days Ago: Open Wound Now About 8 by 6 Inches 2 answers

Went to er last night and was admitted what went wrong?
after open wound

Heart Palpitations Post Tummy Tuck 2 answers

Since having my tummy tuck on March 01, I was doing fine then about a week ago I started feeling as if I was having anxiety attacks along with heart...
after anxiety food palpitations

Is It OK For Me To Have A Tummy Tuck During The Hot Season in South Africa? 2 answers

Can you please advice, i might to the tummy tuck in December, my problem does the weather play a role in the healing process or there are creamy that...
before timing

Abdominal Muscle Tightening with Pelvic Reconstruction Surgery 2 answers

I am having pelvic reconstruction surgery and the doctor was already going to be tightening my lower abdominal muscles, so i asked him if he would...
before excess skin flat muscle tightening

Correcting Keloid Scars and Indentations After Tummy Tuck? 1 answer

I had a full TT May 09. I am 6 Months Post-Op and am not happy w/the results. My new Belly Button has keloided, is reddish/purple very unappealing....
abdomen after age 18-24 indentation keloid scar scar

Bulge and Loose Skin Under Belly Button After Tummy Tuck & Liposuction 1 answer

I am 17 days postop. I am extremely happy so far with my results but I expected to have absolutely NO loose skin after having this procedure and I...
abdomen after belly button bulging loose skin results timing

Combining tummy tuck with hysterectomy, fibroid removal and bladder lift 1 answer

I have to get a full histerectomy, fibroids, and a bladder my ins. will cover but how do I get ins. to pay for it or part of it? how can I get tummy...
before bladder combination

TT with Inverted T Incision: Feeling New Pain Near my Naval 1 answer

My TT with scar revision was May 24, I have an inverted T incision due to a prior surgery. I still get pretty tight at the end of the day. For the...
after belly button incision inverted

Will Insurance Cover a Tummy Tuck if It Includes a Hernia Repair? 1 answer

I heard that in States the Treatment of Tummy tuck is taken care by the insurance company when you have the umblical hernia removed and the insurance...
abdomen before hernia

Ice or Heat on Area Where Seroma Was Drained? 1 answer

3&1/2 Wks After Tummy Tuck. I had a area under my stitches that was red and puffy about a week ago took antibiotics and was the same. No infection...
after comparison drainage heat ice puffiness red seroma stitches

Tummy Tuck Cost UK 1 answer

Could anybody tell me what the average price for a tummy tuck is in the UK. Also any recommended surgeons?
before costs

Pressure Against Ribcage Following Tummy Tuck and Hernia Repair 1 answer

I had a tummy tuck and repair of an umbilical hernia one week ago. The drainage tubes were removed two days ago. My problem is the swelling and...
after hernia pressure ribcage swelling tightness

How Soon After a Full Tummy Tuck Can I Begin Taking OTC Diet Pills? 1 answer

I do eat clean and exercise moderately 4-5 times a week before surgery and plan to resume once I am able. The pills are to "jumpstart" the...
after diet timing weight loss

Post Tummy Tuck: Are There Any Reasons I Would Be Having Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding? 1 answer

after bleeding causes vagina

Can Revision Tummy Tuck Be Done After Umbilical Float Tummy Tuck Was Performed? 1 answer

Hi, I am 6 month post mini tummy tuck with umbilical float. I did have muscle plication above my belly button. My belly button is now 2cm lower. I am...
after bulging options plication revision

Is It Possible to Have Breathing and Laughing Problems from an Upper Diastasis Recti? 1 answer

I have an upper abdominal muscle separation. My muscles are not touching at the top. And since this happened 3 years ago, I've been having...
before breathing diastasis recti problem upper abs

I Am 42 Yrs Old, 5'6" Tall and 103 Lbs. I Am in Need of Stomach Repair After 3 Pregnancies 1 answer

And 3 c-sections. I have little fat, but have stretched skin around my belly button, and some loose skin on the lower part of my stomach. I have had 2...
after pregnancy before repair risk

Normal to Feel a Knot on Top of Belly, Below Breast Bone? 1 answer

Last night I took colace and drunk prune juice which resulted in horrible cramps in having a bowel movement which also made me super nauseous. I ended...
1 week post-op after bowel movement cramp knots

Acute Localized Incision Pain 2 Weeks Post Tummy Tuck and Mastopexy? 1 answer

I am 14 days post tummy tuck and mastopexy. Everything has been healing well, however on my left hip at the incision, there is a heavy localized pain...
2 weeks post-op after hips normal pain

Has Lifting Daughter Undone Muscle Repair? 1 answer

I had a Full Tummy Tuck and muscle repair 2.5 weeks ago. Today i was caught in a tricky situation and had no choice but to lift my 15.6lb daughter. I...
after lifting ruin timing

After the birth of my son had small bowel taken away and now it's saggy. 1 answer

My tummy has been left a total discrase and it is very saggy as I have lost nealy 15 stone. How much is a full tummy tuck?
after pregnancy before costs sagging surgery

Abdominoplasty; I Have Nerve Damage from Either Polio or Myotonic Dystrophy. How Might This Affect the Outcome? 1 answer

I am 50 w/children 8 & 12. current size at 5'6" & 185 lb. I had polio or have Myotonic dystrophy (EMG) & deg disc. I was active...
170-189 lbs 5 ft 4 in to 5 ft 7 in age 45-54 before contraindication disease polio

Heels Causing Swollen Tummy? 1 answer

My tummy swells up for a couple of days after wearing high heels,I'am now 7 months post tummy tuck,is this normal?
7 months post-op after high heels swelling

How Much is a Tummy Tuck in San Fran Bay Area?

So it looks like i do have significant muscle laxicity. I had a 10 pound baby and gained 80 lbs during my pregnancy. I lost all of it and then some...
age 18-24 before stomach
Don't See Your Question?
Ask a question
Use of this website and the posting of any reviews or other content on this website constitutes acceptance of the RealSelf® Terms of Service. The material on this site is for informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment provided by a qualified health care provider. © 2011 RealSelf, Inc. All rights reserved.