7 months post op tummy tuck and still completely numb?

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7 months post op full tummy tuck below my belly button is completely numb and rock-hard is this normal what could be the possible causes for this

Luke J. Curtsinger, MD · Answer

Everyone has early numbness after TT, especially in the lower half of the abdomen.  Over the course of 12-24 months, the area typically gets smaller and smaller, such that it completely recovers, or commonly, a small triangle of numbness remains permanently. Most patients find it an inconvenience that it worth it in the long run.

Stephen T. Greenberg, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and congratulations on your recent tummy tuck.The numbness that you are experiencing is not uncommon and can take up to 12-18 months to resolve.  With that said, some patients find that it takes much longer for the sensation to return to normal or that it does not come back the same as it had been before surgery.  In any case, I would recommend following up with your operating board certified plastic surgeon for an evaluation and to address any concerns or questions that you might have pertaining to your recovery.I wish you all of the best on your recovery and I hope that you found this helpful.

Steven L. Ringler, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  It is not at all unusual to have numbness 7 months following a tummy tuck. It can take up  12-18 months for sensation to recover due to nerves that are injured during the surgery.  In some patients, there can be some permanent numbness, though this is fairly uncommon. Being rock hard is something that should be evaluated by your plastic surgeon. Best of luck.

Gregory Baum, MD · Answer

It is common to have numbness below the belly button after a tummy tuck. This area of numbness usually gets less and less as time goes on but it is always possible to have some permanent numbness between the belly button and the incision going across your lower abdomen. I always warn my patients about this possibility. You will not know your final results until you are one year post-op.  The hardness that you are feeling may be due to some fat necrosis (dead fat)  that typically liquifies with time.  Sometimes, it just remains as firm scar tissue. It is not dangerous but likely will not go away unless it is cut out. If you have any questions then I would make an appointment to see your plastic surgeon again. Best wishes.

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

The numbness is normal, although some sensation returns - it is not always complete. As far as being rock hard - you should be examined by your plastic surgeon.Best wishes, Dr. ALDO

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