I had a mini tummy tuck with lipo about 7-8 months ago (no muscle repair). From early recovery I had a small bulge above the incision that I assumed was swelling. As time has passed, it’s only gotten bigger not smaller. My doctor said he thinks PH which I have only heard occurring after cool sculpting. Is it possible to pockets of fat to grow after tummy tuck and lipo? What could this be? It is firm to the touch and not pinch able. Thanks!
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Thank you for your inquiry! By your photos, it looks like you would be a great candidate for an abdominoplasty to get rid of excess skin. The only difference in a mini vs a full abdominoplasty is how long the incision is. A mini tummy tuck is going to have a smaller incision than a full tummy...
It is difficult to tell from your photos, but if the bulge is fat, then liposuction only (no skin excision) will suffice. However, if there is muscle stretching, then we are looking at another tightening . . . Thank you.
There are good options for rejuvenating your tummy. The first question is if you have noticeable diastasis, meaning a bulge in-between your six-pack muscles when you do a sit up or plank type of action. Your muscles look flat in your photo so this is likely not a major issue in decision making....
