I had a full TT with muscle repair 8 days ago. I'm 5'8" and weigh 145 pounds. I am not able to stand up straight and every time I'm up (even hunched over) I feel extreme stretching and burning. I'm afraid I will get new stretch marks or damage my newly tightened abdominal muscles. Is there a risk of new stretch marks? When should I be able to stand erect?
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December 21, 2017
Answer: 8 days after tummy tuck tightness--will new stretch marks result?
At three weeks post-op, your results look quite good, and your scar will continue to flatten and soften and diminish in redness over 6-12 months. During this time it is critical that you avoid any ultraviolet exposure (including tanning beds) to prevent unwanted scar pigmentation, which can be...
Bandage changing frequency after a tummy tuck with liposuction can vary depending on your plastic surgeon's instructions and your specific healing process. Typically, bandages are changed within the first few days post-surgery, and your plastic surgeon will provide guidance on how often they...
I'm sorry to hear about your mishap after tummy tuck surgery.
It would take a lot of force/trauma to do any real “damage”. The only real/meaningful peace of mind you will achieve is after you are examined by your plastic surgeon.
Best wishes.