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Bowel issues after Tummy tuck?

March 2, 2016
Asked By:betterwithage50 in Sarnia, ON

I had a tummy tuck with lipo 7 weeks ago. For the last week I have had very painful cramping with loose mucousy stools all morning and within a half hour after I eat anything. Could this be something caused by the tummy tuck or muscle repair? Bowel movements and appetite were normal after surgery until this started. Could I have a bowel obstruction?

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