Hi Doctor, I’m pregnant with my 1st child currently in my final weeks and at 90 Kgs , Height is 155cm. My stomach has grown 10x down like a snake and into like a long V (instead of the usual apron W shape that other women have) since I got pregnan and if i am to close my legs the tummy acts like a male genetalia and is a major obstacle in btw my thighs. My belly button is hright now near my pubic area. This is not normal. Can it be fixed when I get a tummy tuck? Why did I get this issue?
January 25, 2023
Answer: Stomach and bellybutton issue Peaceful368390, your body is stretching and is adapting to your growing child. After you deliver your uterus will take about 6-8 weeks before returning to its original pre-pregnancy size. Diet and exercise after delivery is important to help get your body back in shape-especially core exercises to help strengthen your abdominal muscles as they now essentially have stretch marks. After 6 months to a year, when you are at a stable weight, I would recommend being evaluated by a board-certified plastic surgeon for a full evaluation. A tummy tuck will rid excess fat and skin, relocate your belly button, and tighten up your abdominal layer if it is weak. hope this helps, and best wishes for you and your baby!
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January 25, 2023
Answer: Stomach and bellybutton issue Peaceful368390, your body is stretching and is adapting to your growing child. After you deliver your uterus will take about 6-8 weeks before returning to its original pre-pregnancy size. Diet and exercise after delivery is important to help get your body back in shape-especially core exercises to help strengthen your abdominal muscles as they now essentially have stretch marks. After 6 months to a year, when you are at a stable weight, I would recommend being evaluated by a board-certified plastic surgeon for a full evaluation. A tummy tuck will rid excess fat and skin, relocate your belly button, and tighten up your abdominal layer if it is weak. hope this helps, and best wishes for you and your baby!
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October 26, 2022
Answer: Belly button An in person evaluation is always best but often many tummy concerns can be addressed during a tummy tuck. You will want to wait to have surgery until you are 6 months post partum and have finished your family. It is also best if you are at a healthy, stable weight. At that time you can visit with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area for a consultation.
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October 26, 2022
Answer: Belly button An in person evaluation is always best but often many tummy concerns can be addressed during a tummy tuck. You will want to wait to have surgery until you are 6 months post partum and have finished your family. It is also best if you are at a healthy, stable weight. At that time you can visit with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area for a consultation.
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