I am almost 2 mos out from umbi float TT w/ hernia/MR. Before surgery, i was very fit/athletic but had a huge diastasis that made me look pregnant. When i feel for diastasis now, i can feel the sides of my muscles come together as i crunch up (similar to before, though not as severe). Is that normal? Shouldnt they be together before i crunch up? My PS says i need to do core work to get a flat stomach. I was under the impression that's what i was paying him for. Should i seek a 2nd opinion?
Answer: Tummy tuck to repair diastasis rectus It appears you continue to have a diastasis with laxity of your abdominal wall. I generally recommend Seri mesh for patients with severe diastasis such as yours. This method helps prevent recurrent laxity. You will need a second procedure with fascial tightening, mesh, and more skin removal.
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Answer: Tummy tuck to repair diastasis rectus It appears you continue to have a diastasis with laxity of your abdominal wall. I generally recommend Seri mesh for patients with severe diastasis such as yours. This method helps prevent recurrent laxity. You will need a second procedure with fascial tightening, mesh, and more skin removal.
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Answer: Stomach Not Flat 2 Months Post-Op Most patients will be placed in an abdominal binder, which they will wear the first week. There is usually a fair amount of swelling and the binder should be opened several times a day so that there are no pressure points. After the first 7 to 10 days the patient is placed in an elastic garment for compression over the next six weeks.
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Answer: Stomach Not Flat 2 Months Post-Op Most patients will be placed in an abdominal binder, which they will wear the first week. There is usually a fair amount of swelling and the binder should be opened several times a day so that there are no pressure points. After the first 7 to 10 days the patient is placed in an elastic garment for compression over the next six weeks.
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September 25, 2016
Answer: Tummy tuck The details of the procedure should be discussed with your plastic surgeon on follow up exam. It is difficult to tell from photos if bulging is from swelling and/or diastasis. Close follow up with your plastic surgeon is recommended during the healing process.
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September 25, 2016
Answer: Tummy tuck The details of the procedure should be discussed with your plastic surgeon on follow up exam. It is difficult to tell from photos if bulging is from swelling and/or diastasis. Close follow up with your plastic surgeon is recommended during the healing process.
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September 25, 2016
Answer: Underdone tummy tuck? On your photo I see a lot of skin laxity but I cant tell if you are "crunching" or flexing your torso at the time of the photo which is why you need to be examined in person. I see a well defined muscle contour thought. An in person examination will also determine ongoing rectus diastasis or even hernia.
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September 25, 2016
Answer: Underdone tummy tuck? On your photo I see a lot of skin laxity but I cant tell if you are "crunching" or flexing your torso at the time of the photo which is why you need to be examined in person. I see a well defined muscle contour thought. An in person examination will also determine ongoing rectus diastasis or even hernia.
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October 26, 2019
Answer: Tummy tuck results Sorry your unhappy with the results. 2 months after surgery a significant amount of swelling remains but the contour of your abdomen should be flatter than where you were before assuming a rectus plication was performed. That being said it sounds like you needed a hernia repair simultaneously which complicates this picture. It's never a bad idea to seek a second Opinnion. It can help clarify your questions.
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October 26, 2019
Answer: Tummy tuck results Sorry your unhappy with the results. 2 months after surgery a significant amount of swelling remains but the contour of your abdomen should be flatter than where you were before assuming a rectus plication was performed. That being said it sounds like you needed a hernia repair simultaneously which complicates this picture. It's never a bad idea to seek a second Opinnion. It can help clarify your questions.
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