I had an abnominoplasty 6 days ago. I saw my surgeon today and he took all the dressings off. I was very disappointed today to see it with the dressings off. When I stood up there was a massive pouch. My surgeon said it's swelling which will settle but I can't help thinking it won't get better. He did say I may need a 'reverse procedure' to lift up the flabby skin which was very upsetting. All the other photos on here even of big ladies don't show this big a pouch.
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July 29, 2014
Answer: Big pouch/overhang left after Tummy Tuck - is this more than just swelling?
Thank you so much for your question about your tummy tuck.Very large varicose veins can increase the risk of a blood clot.But a lot depends on other factors (skin damage from vein disease, swelling, other factors).You won't die on the operating table from a blood clot - they take several days to...
Its difficult for me to assess based on the limited pictures.I would recommend following up with your
plastic surgeon so an examination can be performed.Best of luck.
The diastasis repair usually starts at the upper part of the abdomen and the lower part of the sternum (the xyphoid). It continues down to the pubic area. In thin patients, the knot of the suture line may be felt. Talk to your surgeon about whether you have absorbable suture or...
