7 years after Tummy Tuck I have started having a sharp burning pain above my belly button. What does this sound like?

Thank you for sharing your question. It would be uncommon to have scar tissue create such pain 7 years after surgery but I would revisit your concerns with your surgeon to get the best advice, and to help further eliminate potential causes.

Dear Day1971,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

It would be unusual for the symptoms you are describing to develop as a result of a tummy tuck 7 years prior. I encourage you to visit with your surgeon for an examination, especially since the symptoms seem to be worsening.

Although it must be distressing and extremely painful, the answer can be best given by your plastic surgeon. He will know what he had done in your particular case and will be able to explain what might be the cause. Rest is all conjecture as this is a very unique complaint and i call recall having seen or read something like this. As each and every procedure is individualised, your plastic surgeon can shine some light upon it.