My tummy tuck was about 12 weeks ago, while I'm extremely pleased with the over all result, I'm concerned about the persistent swelling. My tummy is flat every morning and fully rounded with soreness and uncomfortable tightness in the evening, feel like it was about to burst. Coughing and sneezing still hurt the muscle repair line from top to bottom. Incision has healed perfectly fine. Is this normal?
Answer: Swelling at 12 week mark Thank you for your question. Swelling can remain even at the 12 week mark. For some patients, it can take up to 3 months to see complete healing. Please be sure to visit your surgeon for follow-ups.
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Answer: Swelling at 12 week mark Thank you for your question. Swelling can remain even at the 12 week mark. For some patients, it can take up to 3 months to see complete healing. Please be sure to visit your surgeon for follow-ups.
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Answer: Swelling after TT It is perfectly normal to have numbness or swelling after a tummy tuck which is expected to slowly have sensation return to normal after many months and even years following your surgery. Although uncommon, permanent numbness and tingling can occur after tummy tuck surgery, especially in the lower mid line area between the scar and belly button. In most cases there is some sensation present, just not the normal pre-surgical amount. Please speak with your plastic surgeon about your concerns. #tummytucknumbness #tummytuckpost-op
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Answer: Swelling after TT It is perfectly normal to have numbness or swelling after a tummy tuck which is expected to slowly have sensation return to normal after many months and even years following your surgery. Although uncommon, permanent numbness and tingling can occur after tummy tuck surgery, especially in the lower mid line area between the scar and belly button. In most cases there is some sensation present, just not the normal pre-surgical amount. Please speak with your plastic surgeon about your concerns. #tummytucknumbness #tummytuckpost-op
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August 25, 2015
Answer: Swelling Post- Abdominoplasty It is not unusual for patients to have swelling that comes and goes for at least 3 months or more. Many women take 6 months to a year for the changes to stop happening. All within the realm of normal. Continuing to wear compression on the abdominal area can be helpful.
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August 25, 2015
Answer: Swelling Post- Abdominoplasty It is not unusual for patients to have swelling that comes and goes for at least 3 months or more. Many women take 6 months to a year for the changes to stop happening. All within the realm of normal. Continuing to wear compression on the abdominal area can be helpful.
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August 24, 2015
Answer: Swelling at 12 weeks post op tummy tuck. Is it normal? Yes, longer-term swelling after tummy tuck surgery is not uncommon; swelling may persist for many months and even up to one year after the procedure is performed. Often, patients will report that the swelling increases as their activity level increases and gets worse later on in the day. Sometimes, the use of compressive garments may be helpful to control the edema.
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August 24, 2015
Answer: Swelling at 12 weeks post op tummy tuck. Is it normal? Yes, longer-term swelling after tummy tuck surgery is not uncommon; swelling may persist for many months and even up to one year after the procedure is performed. Often, patients will report that the swelling increases as their activity level increases and gets worse later on in the day. Sometimes, the use of compressive garments may be helpful to control the edema.
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August 27, 2015
Answer: Swelling at 12 weeks post op tummy tuck is normal. Hi, hotboobs. Thanks for your question and sharing photos. It seems like you have a good result from tummy tuck already. Swelling and bloating (especially later in the day) is normal during the recovery period. The result of tummy tuck may take up to 6 weeks. Good luck with your continued healing.
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August 27, 2015
Answer: Swelling at 12 weeks post op tummy tuck is normal. Hi, hotboobs. Thanks for your question and sharing photos. It seems like you have a good result from tummy tuck already. Swelling and bloating (especially later in the day) is normal during the recovery period. The result of tummy tuck may take up to 6 weeks. Good luck with your continued healing.
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