Why does my stomach look deformed? 3 weeks Post TT (Photo)
Why doesn't my stomach look flat? I look asymmetrical and a big lump on my right side.
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Although your concerns regarding your abdominal wall appearance are understandable, hopefully you are aware that it is much too early to evaluate the final aesthetic outcome of the procedure performed. Time and patience will likely be your "best friends" in this regard. You can expect improvements of the appearance of the abdominal wall up to one year and beyond.
Having said that, I would suggest that you seek follow-up with your plastic surgeon who will be the best position to evaluate the "lump" that you refer to. Sometimes, a fluid accumulation (seroma) may be responsible for this fulness.
Best wishes for an outcome that you will be pleased with longer-term.
Having said that, I would suggest that you seek follow-up with your plastic surgeon who will be the best position to evaluate the "lump" that you refer to. Sometimes, a fluid accumulation (seroma) may be responsible for this fulness.
Best wishes for an outcome that you will be pleased with longer-term.
Web reference: http://www.poustiplasticsurgery.com/Procedures/Procedure_tummyTuck.htm
Although your concerns regarding your abdominal wall appearance are understandable, hopefully you are aware that it is much too early to evaluate the final aesthetic outcome of the procedure performed. Time and patience will likely be your "best friends" in this regard. You can expect improvements of the appearance of the abdominal wall up to one year and beyond.
Having said that, I would suggest that you seek follow-up with your plastic surgeon who will be the best position to evaluate the "lump" that you refer to. Sometimes, a fluid accumulation (seroma) may be responsible for this fulness.
Best wishes for an outcome that you will be pleased with longer-term.
Having said that, I would suggest that you seek follow-up with your plastic surgeon who will be the best position to evaluate the "lump" that you refer to. Sometimes, a fluid accumulation (seroma) may be responsible for this fulness.
Best wishes for an outcome that you will be pleased with longer-term.
Learn more: http://www.poustiplasticsurgery.com/Procedures/Procedure_tummyTuck.htm
At 3 weeks swelling of the lower abdomen which makes it puff out beyond the pubic area is very common. Compression dressings and lymphatic massage may help. See your surgeon for a seroma check. Constructing garments or belts can make this worse so avoid them
At 3 weeks swelling of the lower abdomen which makes it puff out beyond the pubic area is very common. Compression dressings and lymphatic massage may help. See your surgeon for a seroma check. Constructing garments or belts can make this worse so avoid them
Swelling is normal for months after a tummy tuck. Your surgeon may advise you to wear a compression garment or binder and check to make sure no fluid is collecting under the skin.
Swelling is normal for months after a tummy tuck. Your surgeon may advise you to wear a compression garment or binder and check to make sure no fluid is collecting under the skin.
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The tummy tuck incision goes from the skin all the way down to the abdominal muscles. It cuts through several layers of tissue and it temporarily interrupts the normal, downward flow to lymph nodes and lymphatic vessels between the bottom of the tummy tuck scar and the groin.
At 3 weeks post tummy tuck and with gravity pulling injury fluid downward, very often, there is an overhang from swelling just above the tummy tuck scar. Over the next several months, this fluid will dissipate, new lymphatic channels will be connected either under or around the abdominoplasty scar leading a flattening of the abdomen and very often getting rid of asymmetric abdominal sides.
The short answer is give it some time and much of what you are concerned about will evaporate.
At 3 weeks post tummy tuck and with gravity pulling injury fluid downward, very often, there is an overhang from swelling just above the tummy tuck scar. Over the next several months, this fluid will dissipate, new lymphatic channels will be connected either under or around the abdominoplasty scar leading a flattening of the abdomen and very often getting rid of asymmetric abdominal sides.
The short answer is give it some time and much of what you are concerned about will evaporate.
The tummy tuck incision goes from the skin all the way down to the abdominal muscles. It cuts through several layers of tissue and it temporarily interrupts the normal, downward flow to lymph nodes and lymphatic vessels between the bottom of the tummy tuck scar and the groin.
At 3 weeks post tummy tuck and with gravity pulling injury fluid downward, very often, there is an overhang from swelling just above the tummy tuck scar. Over the next several months, this fluid will dissipate, new lymphatic channels will be connected either under or around the abdominoplasty scar leading a flattening of the abdomen and very often getting rid of asymmetric abdominal sides.
The short answer is give it some time and much of what you are concerned about will evaporate.
At 3 weeks post tummy tuck and with gravity pulling injury fluid downward, very often, there is an overhang from swelling just above the tummy tuck scar. Over the next several months, this fluid will dissipate, new lymphatic channels will be connected either under or around the abdominoplasty scar leading a flattening of the abdomen and very often getting rid of asymmetric abdominal sides.
The short answer is give it some time and much of what you are concerned about will evaporate.
Greetings
Thank you for your questions, it is still early for results you do need more time for recovery 3 to 6 months to see the final results for now what you are seeing is not any results.
Thank you for your questions, it is still early for results you do need more time for recovery 3 to 6 months to see the final results for now what you are seeing is not any results.
Greetings
Thank you for your questions, it is still early for results you do need more time for recovery 3 to 6 months to see the final results for now what you are seeing is not any results.
Thank you for your questions, it is still early for results you do need more time for recovery 3 to 6 months to see the final results for now what you are seeing is not any results.
Thanks for you question and photos.
It is too soon to comment on the swelling. Your lymphatic drainage system is
disrupted, and it will take time to reestablish the connections. This can take
months, and you will see the swelling improve over time. Please check with your
doctor to make sure that you don't have a discreet collection of fluid (seroma
or hematoma) in that area that might need to be drained. Best of luck.
Web reference: http://www.drcutolo.com/plastic-surgery/abdominoplasty.cfm
Thanks for you question and photos.
It is too soon to comment on the swelling. Your lymphatic drainage system is
disrupted, and it will take time to reestablish the connections. This can take
months, and you will see the swelling improve over time. Please check with your
doctor to make sure that you don't have a discreet collection of fluid (seroma
or hematoma) in that area that might need to be drained. Best of luck.
Learn more: http://www.drcutolo.com/plastic-surgery/abdominoplasty.cfm
As has been discussed here by other surgeons in a word......time. Patience is a virtue after surgery and you need to wait a full 3 months for everything to settle out. Use ice frequently and wear your binder. You are super early in your recovery and will see major improvements as time goes forward. There is no way to fast forward the recovery so just hang in there!
As has been discussed here by other surgeons in a word......time. Patience is a virtue after surgery and you need to wait a full 3 months for everything to settle out. Use ice frequently and wear your binder. You are super early in your recovery and will see major improvements as time goes forward. There is no way to fast forward the recovery so just hang in there!
Three weeks is still early to see the final result. There may be more swelling on one side than the other. If after waiting 4-6 months the asymmetry remains, then a revision will likely resolve his situation.
Web reference: Http://www.drandrewlofman.com
Three weeks is still early to see the final result. There may be more swelling on one side than the other. If after waiting 4-6 months the asymmetry remains, then a revision will likely resolve his situation.
Learn more: Http://www.drandrewlofman.com
Hi, Jessicamts.
Based on your photos, you do have some asymmetry between the left and right sides.
However, you are still early in your recovery phase. As the swelling decreases, the asymmetry and "big lump on the right side" should improve in next 5-6 months. If you are still concerned about the asymmetry after 6 months post-op, a revision surgery may improve the result further.
Please follow up with your plastic surgeon and share your concern.
Best regards.
Based on your photos, you do have some asymmetry between the left and right sides.
However, you are still early in your recovery phase. As the swelling decreases, the asymmetry and "big lump on the right side" should improve in next 5-6 months. If you are still concerned about the asymmetry after 6 months post-op, a revision surgery may improve the result further.
Please follow up with your plastic surgeon and share your concern.
Best regards.
Hi, Jessicamts.
Based on your photos, you do have some asymmetry between the left and right sides.
However, you are still early in your recovery phase. As the swelling decreases, the asymmetry and "big lump on the right side" should improve in next 5-6 months. If you are still concerned about the asymmetry after 6 months post-op, a revision surgery may improve the result further.
Please follow up with your plastic surgeon and share your concern.
Best regards.
Based on your photos, you do have some asymmetry between the left and right sides.
However, you are still early in your recovery phase. As the swelling decreases, the asymmetry and "big lump on the right side" should improve in next 5-6 months. If you are still concerned about the asymmetry after 6 months post-op, a revision surgery may improve the result further.
Please follow up with your plastic surgeon and share your concern.
Best regards.
Your abdomen will go through substantial changes over the course of the recovery from your tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty. It is still very early after your operation and you can expect things to change significantly. Of course, you should be in touch with your surgeon if you have significant concerns.
It is imperative that you seek the advice of a plastic surgeon who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has extensive experience in tummy tuck/abdominoplasty.
I wish you the best.
Dr. Gabbay.
It is imperative that you seek the advice of a plastic surgeon who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has extensive experience in tummy tuck/abdominoplasty.
I wish you the best.
Dr. Gabbay.
Web reference: https://gabbayplasticsurgery.com/beverly-hills-plastic-surgery/body/tummy-tuck/
Your abdomen will go through substantial changes over the course of the recovery from your tummy tuck/ abdominoplasty. It is still very early after your operation and you can expect things to change significantly. Of course, you should be in touch with your surgeon if you have significant concerns.
It is imperative that you seek the advice of a plastic surgeon who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has extensive experience in tummy tuck/abdominoplasty.
I wish you the best.
Dr. Gabbay.
It is imperative that you seek the advice of a plastic surgeon who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has extensive experience in tummy tuck/abdominoplasty.
I wish you the best.
Dr. Gabbay.
Learn more: https://gabbayplasticsurgery.com/beverly-hills-plastic-surgery/body/tummy-tuck/
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.
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