If I already experience bloating will it ruin a tummy tuck if it happens post-op?

Question

I sometimes bloat a lot. I have a “tortuous” colon and a lot of food intolerances. Sometimes even if I’m not allergic or intolerant I will bloat a lot. Will this ruin a tummy tuck if it happens after I have the surgery? I didn’t eat a giant meal, I didn’t consume a ton of fluids, something just didn’t digest right. My surgery is 8/14. I’ve already seen an gastroenterologist and was told I have IBS.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello. Great question. Thank you for your pictures. Bloating will not affect your tummy tuck procedure. However, you will have bloating and swelling a few weeks after surgery. Good luck with your procedure.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Klesco,
bloating shouldn't have negative effect on your tummy tuck results. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Richard A. Bartlett, MD · Answer

Dear Klesco, Thank you for your question. The simple answer is no, bloating will no negatively impact the results of your abdominoplasty. However, you will be swollen for a few months following surgery. Best of luck to you!

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs. The bloating will not impact your surgical results, but do expect to continue intermittent episodes of bloating during recovery and thereafter.  Certainly follow your gastroenterologists recommendations on diet and things to avoid to help minimize the discomfort. Hope this helps.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Congratulations on your upcoming surgery!  No, bloating will not ruin your tummy tuck results but it can make recovery more uncomfortable for you.  I encourage you to talk to your GI doctor about your upcoming tummy tuck so medication can be prescribed to best control your IBS.

If I already experience bloating will it ruin a tummy tuck if it happens post-op?

Answers (8)

Answer: If I already experience bloating will it ruin a tummy tuck if it happens post-op? (photos)

Answer: If I already experience bloating will it ruin a tummy tuck if it happens post-op? (photos)

Answer: If I already experience bloating will it ruin a tummy tuck if it happens post-op

Answer: If I already experience bloating will it ruin a tummy tuck if it happens post-op

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Tummy Tuck

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

If I already experience bloating will it ruin a tummy tuck if it happens post-op?

Answers (8)

Answer: If I already experience bloating will it ruin a tummy tuck if it happens post-op? (photos)

Answer: If I already experience bloating will it ruin a tummy tuck if it happens post-op? (photos)

Answer: If I already experience bloating will it ruin a tummy tuck if it happens post-op

Answer: If I already experience bloating will it ruin a tummy tuck if it happens post-op

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Tummy Tuck

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.