Last 4 months my abdomen has changed the shape so much that by the evening I look heavy pregnant. I had appendectomy done in May and after the surgery started to feel bloated after anything I would eat. GI did endoscopy, colonoscopy and nothing found. No celiac disease, no parasites or bacteria in the stool. GYN all ok as well. Had CT scan for the abdomen and only small cyst on the right ovary. Is it possible the abdominal wall muscles to become wick and that is why the abdomen is so protruding?
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September 12, 2014
Answer: I have a round protruding abdomen. I'm 36yrs old and no previous pregnancy. Any suggestions?
A standard Abdominoplasty typically includes repair of the muscle. It is performed because most people have had a prior pregnancy that has stretched out the muscles. To truly get the best amount of flattening of the stomach, the muscle should be tightened. On occasion someone may have a lordotic...
To answer your question first, yes, this can be normal and is a way that dog ears can look right after surgery. Your surgeon is right that you are still swollen and probably will be for another several months. I would anticipate that it will get better but whether it gets better enough is...
If the garment is cutting into an area, you should readjust it, or add dressings, and talk with your surgeon and their staff. Garments after liposuction or body contouring are used by many, but there are some surgeons who don't use garments. You should revisit this with your surgeon, and if...
