Ascites or Seroma from Tummy Tuck?

October 28, 2010
Asked By:Caribbean girl in Port-of-spain, 05

I had a TT 8 months ago and the swelling in my stomach never went down, it seems to be getting bigger. Also I cannot take deep breaths and I feel fluid in my throat. The upper stomach remained swollen after the surgery but now the entire stomach is swollen. Could it be Ascites or Seroma?

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November 7, 2010

Answer: Advises or Seroma

November 7, 2010

Answer: Advises or Seroma

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