Tummy Tuck for Butt-like Stomach?

September 30, 2009
Asked By:kpbarnard in Springfield, WV

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.Would I require a Tummy tuck or is there something simpler? It affects my self image tremedously. I'm very embarrassed because of it. My weight is about 130lbs. I'm 5'4" tall.

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