5 weeks post op Tummy Tuck, is this visceral fat or swelling? (photos)

February 3, 2015
Asked By:Pam63 in Charleston, SC

I'm trying to determine if I have visceral fat or swelling. I am 5 weeks post op. My stomach isn't flat & seems to bulge. Im not disappointed with my results. However, I would still like for my stomach to be flatter. Im overweight & I intend to shed some pounds. I've been told to be patient & give 3 months to see the final results. But, can I expect this to get better? Or, have I most likely reached the best results and what I'm seeing is more visceral fat than swelling?

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July 11, 2016

Answer: Give it a full 3 months

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July 11, 2016

Answer: Give it a full 3 months

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February 4, 2015

Answer: 5 weeks post op Tummy Tuck, is this visceral fat or swelling?

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February 4, 2015

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