I has a full tummy tuck with muscle repair and lipo of the flanks. I am now 5 weeks post op and I still have a gross pooch like area in my lower abdomen. It's especially prominent when I bend over. My plastic surgeon says it's just swelling, but to me it looks and feels like fat and skin and I'm starting to feel like I didn't pick a good surgeon. I'm also concerned by the dark color of my scar, and the red ripple lines still all around it. Help please!
Answer: Extremely early You are very early in your journey of healing after an abdominoplasty - which is a significant undertaking indeed. You should continue to follow your doctor's advice and regular follow-up appointments. You will likely see final contour results at 6 months; however, the scars will improve for longer.
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Answer: Extremely early You are very early in your journey of healing after an abdominoplasty - which is a significant undertaking indeed. You should continue to follow your doctor's advice and regular follow-up appointments. You will likely see final contour results at 6 months; however, the scars will improve for longer.
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May 5, 2014
Answer: 5 Weeks Postop and Upset with Results Thank you for allowing me to answer your question. At 5 weeks it is too early to judge the final result from an abdominoplasty. You appear to have a lot of improvement in the contour of your abdomen but if you feel you have asymmetrical swelling it could represent a seroma. I would follow the advice of your surgeon regarding any instructions for scar massage and postop compression garments. I would try to be patient and give it at least another 2 months before considering any revisions as the scar color and contour of your abdomen will continue to improve with time.
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May 5, 2014
Answer: 5 Weeks Postop and Upset with Results Thank you for allowing me to answer your question. At 5 weeks it is too early to judge the final result from an abdominoplasty. You appear to have a lot of improvement in the contour of your abdomen but if you feel you have asymmetrical swelling it could represent a seroma. I would follow the advice of your surgeon regarding any instructions for scar massage and postop compression garments. I would try to be patient and give it at least another 2 months before considering any revisions as the scar color and contour of your abdomen will continue to improve with time.
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