I'm 2 weeks post tummy tuck with lipo of flanks and bra area I received my compression garment after wearing an abdominal binder for 14 days. The garment felt extremely tight and after a few hours I had to take it off. when I had the garment on, areas other than the incision that were never numb before started to lose sensation. I also started feeling muscle spasms in my back that I never had before. A few minutes after I took it off everything felt better.
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By 2 weeks after your tummy tuck, you should be fine to return to working a desk job. Just make sure you're continuing to take things easy and don't push yourself. Be prepared to take plenty of breaks if you need them, or possibly even work shorter days initially. And of course, check with your...
Usually a year after tummy tuck the pain should be gone. During the procedure the muscles are tightened and can cause a pressure or tight feeling post operatively. It is always best to follow up with your surgeon to make sure everything is healing properly.
Based on your descriptions, you possibly have a seroma build up. It would be best to schedule an appointment with your surgeon for an in-person examination.
