I developed some strange stretch marks right next to my belly button during the last week of pregnancy and they really bother me. Is there anything I could do to treat these other than having a tummy tuck? I think I hate the texture more than anything. Could I have them surgically removed and replaced with a scar? Am I a candidate for a mini tummy tuck? I otherwise am very happy with my stomach and it's a shame these are ruining my recovery.
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K. Roxanne Grawe, MD (license permanently revoked) says:
You have constriction of your belly button scar. This means that the scar has grown tight into a circle and makes the opening look really small. It is easy to fix with an outpatient procedure in the office where the scar is removed and the belly button is re-sutured. This can be done...
From the submitted photo you are a great candidate for a standard tummy tuck. A mini would only address loose skin and muscle wall separation below the belly button. You have it both above and below. The standard tummy tuck would remove excess fat and skin as well as correct abdominal wall...
It may require several aspirations to get the seroma to resolve. if the seroma continues to recur after 3 to 6 aspirations, your surgeon may consider placing a closed suction drain. You can also help by minimizing your fluid and salt intake. If you have a problem with edema (...
