Is it normal to have swelling 6 months after tummy tuck around the incision? Also with random tightness of the belly where my stomach feels super tight even to inhale
Answer: 6 months post op tummy tuck with swelling. Is this normal Swelling after a tummy tuck can persist up to one year post op. However it is always best to discuss any concerns that you have with your surgeon just to ensure that you are healing as expected.
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Answer: 6 months post op tummy tuck with swelling. Is this normal Swelling after a tummy tuck can persist up to one year post op. However it is always best to discuss any concerns that you have with your surgeon just to ensure that you are healing as expected.
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May 30, 2019
Answer: 6 months post op tummy tuck with swelling. Is this normal? Thank you for sharing your question and series of photographs. It is difficult without an in-person examination to determine what may be taking place. In most cases this is persistent swelling which will resolve spontaneously given sufficient time. It is important, however, to ensure that other issues are not taking place - discrete fluid collection, muscle laxity, or residual adipose tissue. Since your surgeon knows the full details of your operation, they are in the best position to provide you with a diagnosis and treatment option. Best wishes.
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May 30, 2019
Answer: 6 months post op tummy tuck with swelling. Is this normal? Thank you for sharing your question and series of photographs. It is difficult without an in-person examination to determine what may be taking place. In most cases this is persistent swelling which will resolve spontaneously given sufficient time. It is important, however, to ensure that other issues are not taking place - discrete fluid collection, muscle laxity, or residual adipose tissue. Since your surgeon knows the full details of your operation, they are in the best position to provide you with a diagnosis and treatment option. Best wishes.
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May 30, 2019
Answer: 6 months post of tummy tuck with swelling It is normal for it to be swollen 6 months after a tummy tuck. Swelling can be up to a year. The tightness should resolve over time.I would suggest contacting your surgeon if you have questions about healing or any other post op questions.
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May 30, 2019
Answer: 6 months post of tummy tuck with swelling It is normal for it to be swollen 6 months after a tummy tuck. Swelling can be up to a year. The tightness should resolve over time.I would suggest contacting your surgeon if you have questions about healing or any other post op questions.
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May 29, 2019
Answer: 6 months post op tummy tuck with swelling. Is this normal? (photos) Swelling after tummy tuck usually lasts 3 to 6 months, but most of the swelling is gone after a few weeks. Healthy people at their ideal weight should have the best overall recovery, but some of this will depend upon the surgical technique and adherence to postoperative protocols. What you are likely experiencing is one reason why I tighten the abdominal wall to return it to an anatomic norm rather than tighten it as much as possible. This produces a functional result without producing prolonged discomfort. The tightness will diminish over time.
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May 29, 2019
Answer: 6 months post op tummy tuck with swelling. Is this normal? (photos) Swelling after tummy tuck usually lasts 3 to 6 months, but most of the swelling is gone after a few weeks. Healthy people at their ideal weight should have the best overall recovery, but some of this will depend upon the surgical technique and adherence to postoperative protocols. What you are likely experiencing is one reason why I tighten the abdominal wall to return it to an anatomic norm rather than tighten it as much as possible. This produces a functional result without producing prolonged discomfort. The tightness will diminish over time.
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May 30, 2019
Answer: Tummy tuck swelling Thank you for your question. I agree with the other responses in that swelling can persist for 6 to 12 months after surgery. Having said that, There are also other possible explanations for What appears to be "Swelling", such a retained fluid collection (seroma). This is diagnosed on physical exam, not by pictures, therefore you should contact your plastic surgeon if you think this might be a possibility.
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May 30, 2019
Answer: Tummy tuck swelling Thank you for your question. I agree with the other responses in that swelling can persist for 6 to 12 months after surgery. Having said that, There are also other possible explanations for What appears to be "Swelling", such a retained fluid collection (seroma). This is diagnosed on physical exam, not by pictures, therefore you should contact your plastic surgeon if you think this might be a possibility.
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