I am 2 days into a TT and the top of my thighs (either side of the vagina) is bruised and swollen - is this normal?

Hello, and thank you for your question. Congratulations on your tummy tuck.  The recovery from a tummy tuck can be quite different from one patient to the next.  The variables can include: extent of surgery (mini, full, liposuction, muscle repair etc), preoperative health and fitness, body mass index.  It is very common to have focal areas of bruising and swelling especially in the areas described.  The Mons (fat pad above the vagina) is often suctioned and/or reduced in order to balance with the shape of the new abdomen.  The binder and forces of gravity can can bruising to travel towards the legs and ankles.  However, asymmetrical swelling of the thighs/calfs/ankles should be evaluated in order to rule out a thrombosis.  Ultimately, call your plastic surgeons office.  They will direct you with what is normal or not given the procedure performed on you. good luck and thank you again

Thank you for your question. You should expect to have swelling for three to six months following tummy tuck surgery. Use of a properly fitted compression garment will help decrease the length and severity of the post-operative swelling. As the swelling decreases, the contour of your abdomen, flanks, and hips will dramatically improve. Please follow your plastic surgeons specific advice regarding your level of physical activity. Hope this helps and good luck with your recovery.

Congratulations on your recent surgery.  Bruising and swelling is very possible in the areas you describe after a Tummy Tuck procedure.  Bruising will appear over the next several days and it appears below the surgical area as gravity happens.  Good circulation will assist your body in removing the bruising and swelling that occurs after surgery.  Any concern you have should be discussed with your Plastic surgeon.  Good luck.