2 weeks post BBL. Stomach is extremely swollen and have a tightening feeling. Is this tightening normal? (photos)

Swelling can last for several months, but the most important thing to do is to keep in touch with your surgeon to make sure there is nothing out of the ordinary with your healing. My patients usually have to wear extra foam support in areas of creases and swelling to flatten those areas as they heal. I also usually recommend lymphatic massage to help move the fluid trapped in those areas. 

Thank you for your question and photos.  Swelling will last for several weeks after surgery.   You are very early in your recovery from BBL.  Irregularities will resolve.  Discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon. Best wishes on a smooth recovery!

At two weeks post op you are very early in the recovery process. Swelling can take several weeks to subside. Continue to follow your chosen surgeons post operative instructions. If you are concerned please follow up with your surgeon. Regards, 

Hello and Great Question.  I appreciate the time you are spending researching this procedure.  My name is Dr. Matthew J. Nykiel.  I am a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, a Fellowship Trained Cosmetic Surgeon, and a Butt Augmentation Specialist.
Bruising, Swelling, and Firmness are expected for the recovery. Bruising typically takes 1 to 2 weeks to subside. The swelling takes longer and begins to decrease at 3 weeks after surgery. It will typically take a total of 6 weeks for the majority of the swelling to be gone.  Firmness is also expected. This is partially due to swelling and partially due to the liposuction.  Think about when you sprain an ankle, it gets bruised, swollen, and firm.  It also take at least 6 weeks to 3 months to soften. For some people it is less time and for others it is longer.  Starting at 1 week after surgery; I want you to massage daily to soften the areas.  In my opinion, this a KEY step to faster recovery.  In my practice I utilize a garment. The garment helps to decrease the swelling, bruising, and firmness.  If you are utilizing a garment, please make sure the garment is not causing the creasing in your tummy.  If it is, you may need to switch garments.I hope that helps!  Best of Luck!
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Dear bodyimageissues,this is probably caused by swelling. Swelling after liposuction can last for months. It would be the best to follow your surgeon's instructions. If you are concerned, you can consult your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS 
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  
Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery