Shortness of breath and heart palpitations after tummy tuck.

As Dr. Rodgers suggested, you need to get off the internet and seek medical attention and let your physician know what is going on.  This could be a very serious issue but you will not know unless you are examined. I hope that helps!

HI Keely,You need to go an ER to be checked put to be sure you do not have a blood clot in your lungs. Have someone take you or call an ambulance if you are very short of breath.Best,Dr. Christine Rodgers

and if needed, was evaluated in the ER.  Breathing issues after tummy tucks are considered urgent and if you really cannot breathe, a life threatening emergency.

Hello and thank you for your question. I highly recommend you go to the nearest emergency room. This is not a question that can be answered over the internet. You need to be assessed and examined as soon as possible.