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?
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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