Tummy Tuck: Q&A
Ask a QuestionLifting + Tummy Tuck
Calculating Ideal Weight Prior to Loose Skin Removal Via Tummy Tuck
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...
15 doctor answers
Could Over Exertion be Causing Post Tummy Tuck Swelling?
I am a single mom with three young kids that have me on the go. I had a full TT 6 weeks ago but I am still very swollen from belly button down. I wear...
11 doctor answers
How Long After a Tummy Tuck Can U pick Up a 50 Lbs Bag- I Work for the Airline
I'm a smoker I have not smoked after the op but I'm healing well but I'm having pain and brusing on my back and I'm wearing my (faja)...
8 doctor answers
5 Week Post-Op Tummy Tuck: Lifting Causes Pain
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...
3 doctor answers
How Long After Full TT with MR Before I Can Care for my One Year Old Son?
I am asking about basic child care, putting him in and getting him out of crib, lifting him onto diaper changing table, putting him to bed, etc. Just...
6 doctor answers
Weight Lifting After Tummy Tuck?
I am 3 weeks post op. Had my full TT and muscle tightening. My youngest child is 2 years old and weight about 20 lbs. By when and how long can I start...
5 doctor answers
Post Tummy Tuck: Lifted Niece Two Days Ago and Now Feel Pain
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...
4 doctor answers
Can my Body Be Ready to Pick Up my 17lb Baby After a Tummy Tuck?
After 2 weeks of a tummy OP I carried my 17 lb. baby, I did not felt discomfort nor any pain, but I'm worried I might had damage some tissue....
3 doctor answers
5 Months Post TT/MR is It Safe to Lift Heavy Objects?
I had my TT/MR 5 months ago, I'm doing ok, is it safe to lift heavy objects and to start ab work. How hard can I work without doing any damage.
8 doctor answers
Caring for Infants After Tummy Tuck
I have an 11 month old daughter and have arranged for someone to care for her for two weeks. She weighs about twenty pounds and is not walking yet....
2 doctor answers
Tummy Tuck Newsletter
Sign up for our newsletter to receive the latest stories,
photos, and expert answers.