I had an extended tummy tuck, with lipo and breast implants put in. Ever since day one, if I walked too much, ate something salty, or after a hard days work I am swollen at night. During the morning my stomach is flat, but that same night I look like i put on 15 lbs, my skin feels super tight and its bloated looking. I almost have instant love handles too. What am I doing wrong? What can I do to lessen the bloat? Is this common? I can't see my surgeon as I moved 1,500 miles away! Help!
August 22, 2015
Answer: Intermittent swelling after tummy tuck Thanks for your question. It is not uncommon to experience intermittent swelling of the abdominal area after tummy tuck surgery because the normal circulation of the blood and lymphatic system has been disturbed. Eventually this will usually resolve but it can take months. Despite the distance from your surgeon I would still recommend getting in touch with any concerns to make sure you are healing normally.
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August 22, 2015
Answer: Intermittent swelling after tummy tuck Thanks for your question. It is not uncommon to experience intermittent swelling of the abdominal area after tummy tuck surgery because the normal circulation of the blood and lymphatic system has been disturbed. Eventually this will usually resolve but it can take months. Despite the distance from your surgeon I would still recommend getting in touch with any concerns to make sure you are healing normally.
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August 21, 2015
Answer: I have night time swelling 6 months post extended tummy tuck. Is this common? Dear Simply KendraIntermittent swelling after extended abdominoplasty can last for a long time. Typically is gets a little better everyday and is usually rather limited at 6 months. The more extensive the surgery, the more likely it will last longer. from your description, You should consider decreasing your salt intake and just being patient and waiting for your body to heal.
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August 21, 2015
Answer: I have night time swelling 6 months post extended tummy tuck. Is this common? Dear Simply KendraIntermittent swelling after extended abdominoplasty can last for a long time. Typically is gets a little better everyday and is usually rather limited at 6 months. The more extensive the surgery, the more likely it will last longer. from your description, You should consider decreasing your salt intake and just being patient and waiting for your body to heal.
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