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Thank you for your question regarding why your tummy is bulging after a tummy tuck and muscle repair. The tummy tuck procedure usually includes muscle plication and elimination of excess skin and fat of the abdomen. Swelling after the surgery can take up to 12 to 16 weeks. If liposuction is involved, the recovery could be even longer. In your case, I would definitely suggest continuing to wear your garment and being very conscientious about what you eat, and continuing to exercise. It is important that you express your concerns to your plastic surgeon. However, to me, your swollen abdomen looks like normal routine postoperative swelling. Good luck. I hope this helps answer your question regarding why your stomach is bulging after a tummy tuck.Sincerely, Dr. Katzen. (“Verified” Plastic Surgeon, President of the American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Fellow of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgery, and International College of Surgery, and member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and RealSelf Hall of Fame.)
Dear Cute1983,I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and adviceDaniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
It is not possible to tell with the limited photo what may be occurring. It could be visceral fat (fat around the organs). This is located behind the muscle wall and cannot be treated with a tummy tuck. The result could be from the abdominal wall not being corrected. It could also be swelling I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon.
This is a question for the plastic surgeon who performs your liposuction as plastic surgeon preferences for types of compression garments and length of wear vary. I recommend that my patients wear an adjustable abdominal compression garment for six weeks. This compression garment does not cover...
You have a combination of medical conditions that are less than ideal for having elective cosmetic surgery. Some plastic surgeons may feel that this makes you a non-candidate while others may be willing to still perform surgery. You will for sure need to get medical clearance and most likely...
Hello and thanks for your questions. Even though tummy tuck operation mainly concentrates on the skin below the belly button. It tightens the skin above the belly button too. I suggest you to have regular full tummy tuck operation. I think it will solve your concerns and you will get flat tummy...
