Hello, I have felt a "tightness/heaviness" in my stomach since my Tummy Tuck on 10/21/22 is this normal? I also feel like my belly has gotten puffier/swollen, although I'm told by others it looks fine. I've been unable to find a surgeon to see me as I had my surgery out of the country. I've had my primary refer me for a sonogram. There is no fluid. Does anyone know of a surgeon who would do a consultation, virtual or in-person? Thank you
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Dear blackrose63,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper...
You probably could get some good benefit with nonsurgical, no down-time EMSculpt treatments to help thicken and build your abdominal muscles to pull in your abdominal wall and strengthen your core. As you age and things get weaker, you can even do maintenance treatments of one every 3-6 months...
Dear mango88,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you have any concerns, you should discuss them with your surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember,...
