Botched diastasis recti repair - what can I do? (Photo)

January 23, 2024
Asked By:Giving310481 in Chicago, Illinois

40 yo female, avid lifter. I went in because while I had abdominal definition my stomach wasn’t flat flat. The doctor claimed he could make it flat, now the small bulges I had are more amplified and I look like I have a fupa. My scar is massive too and hurts. I’m unsure what to do as this has taken a toll on my appearance and mental health. I own a gym so the way I look after the surgery is unacceptable. Can this be fixed? What can I do?

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Answers (3)

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February 3, 2025

Answer: Yes

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February 3, 2025

Answer: Yes

Andrew Ray, DOBoard Certified General Surgeon
January 30, 2024

Answer: If it is a diastasis, it could be fixed with an ELAP

January 30, 2024

Answer: If it is a diastasis, it could be fixed with an ELAP

January 25, 2024

Answer: Poor recti, plication, following tummy tuck

January 25, 2024

Answer: Poor recti, plication, following tummy tuck

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