I had an extended tummy tuck and upper abdomen liposuction 10 wks ago. My drains were 5 days, then removed . Now I notice that I have swelling in a very distinct area of my abdomen is that normal? Are these my final results? I still have a lot of loose skin and very swelling in my upper stomach area
August 5, 2015
Answer: Swelling 10 wks postop Hello, a tummy tuck is a major procedure so it is not uncommon to have intermittent swelling for months afterward. It is important to have ongoing followup with your surgeon to ensure there is no healing problem (like a fluid collection), otherwise it may be a matter of patience and time.
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August 5, 2015
Answer: Swelling 10 wks postop Hello, a tummy tuck is a major procedure so it is not uncommon to have intermittent swelling for months afterward. It is important to have ongoing followup with your surgeon to ensure there is no healing problem (like a fluid collection), otherwise it may be a matter of patience and time.
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August 4, 2015
Answer: Swelling after tummy tuck It is normal to have on-and-off
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August 4, 2015
Answer: Swelling after tummy tuck It is normal to have on-and-off
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August 3, 2015
Answer: Swelling 10 weeks after a tummy tuck Hi Sylvia, I agree with the other docs below that a visit to your plastic surgeon might be helpful at this point. I will say also, that it is not uncommon to have some bloating and swelling after a tummy tuck, even after 10 weeks. Some of my patients complain about this after eating cruciferous vegetables, i.e broccoli, cauliflower or salads, and/or drinking sodas or other bubbly type drinks. If you had some liposuction along with the abdominoplasty, this type of swelling is even more common as the body retains more water and fluids with both procedures. Discuss this with your doctor and perhaps he/she may have some more insight in to your condition.Hope this helps,Best,Dr. Rodgers
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August 3, 2015
Answer: Swelling 10 weeks after a tummy tuck Hi Sylvia, I agree with the other docs below that a visit to your plastic surgeon might be helpful at this point. I will say also, that it is not uncommon to have some bloating and swelling after a tummy tuck, even after 10 weeks. Some of my patients complain about this after eating cruciferous vegetables, i.e broccoli, cauliflower or salads, and/or drinking sodas or other bubbly type drinks. If you had some liposuction along with the abdominoplasty, this type of swelling is even more common as the body retains more water and fluids with both procedures. Discuss this with your doctor and perhaps he/she may have some more insight in to your condition.Hope this helps,Best,Dr. Rodgers
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