Severe pain in muscle repair area at 8 months post-op after a jog normal?

Jodiestevo, a thorough in-person evaluation would be essential to evaluate your abdominal bulge. I am sure there is some degree of swelling at 6 months, but I suspect you had fascial tightening which can tend to "bunch" the skin in the midline if it is not undermined and redraped properly. This...

A tummy tuck is possible after hernia repair with mesh, provided you would benefit. You appear to have internal fat which is not treatable with a tummy tuck. That requires diet and exercise to reduce the roundness inside. A tummy tuck will only address hanging skin and weakened muscles, which...

Hi AuntKT, It's possible to tighten the rectus muscles laparoscopically or robotically, from the pre-peritoneal approach. Most plastic surgeons do not perform laparoscopic surgery. This would require a conversation with a general surgeon--I'd suggest seeking one out who has lots of experience...

Absolutely! The more photos the better, it helps us gain a better idea of what you are hoping for and I can set realistic expectations with patients.

Phoenix2288, it would be helpful to know if you had muscular tightening (plications). You may have laxity in your muscular wall which may need to be fixed. This also may be a herniation, especially if you noticed the bulge after activity such as lifting something heavy. Another possibility is a...

Yes, I commonly perform tummy tucks at the same time as elective gynecologic surgeries and/or hernia repairs in conjunction with my OBGYN and/or general surgery colleagues. This allows the patient to have one surgery and one recovery.