I am a single mom with three young kids that have me on the go. I had a full TT 6 weeks ago but I am still very swollen from belly button down. I wear my compression garmet 24/7, I also take arnica on a daily basis, along with vitamins and drink plenty of fluids. But since about week 3 I have had no choice but to do laundry, go up and downstairs, bath my kids, etc. Could this be a reason for the swelling? Thanks!
Answer: Swelling after tummy tuck may last up to a year Swelling of the lower abdomen is entirely normal at 6 weeks post op. Of course you need to be active with 3 young children, and it is great that you feel well enough to do your regular activities, as demanding as they are. Swelling, particularly in the lower abdomen will fluctuate with activity and often be worse in the evening than in the morning. This will improve over time. As long as the incision is healing and your surgeon does not feel there is a collection of fluid under the skin in this area, what you are experiencing is normal and will resolve.
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Answer: Swelling after tummy tuck may last up to a year Swelling of the lower abdomen is entirely normal at 6 weeks post op. Of course you need to be active with 3 young children, and it is great that you feel well enough to do your regular activities, as demanding as they are. Swelling, particularly in the lower abdomen will fluctuate with activity and often be worse in the evening than in the morning. This will improve over time. As long as the incision is healing and your surgeon does not feel there is a collection of fluid under the skin in this area, what you are experiencing is normal and will resolve.
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Answer: Swelling after tummy tuck Swelling normally takes a few weeks to subside. On average, most of the swelling goes away after about 3 months, and depending on the extent of surgery, this may even take up to 6 months. A full tummy tuck will involve a lengthier recovery period than a mini. During these weeks and months, you'll notice the swelling gradually lessening, although the rate at which this lessens can be affected by increased physical activity. So, yes, your activities may be contributing to the swelling. Please continue to wear your binder and talk to your surgeon for their advice.
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Answer: Swelling after tummy tuck Swelling normally takes a few weeks to subside. On average, most of the swelling goes away after about 3 months, and depending on the extent of surgery, this may even take up to 6 months. A full tummy tuck will involve a lengthier recovery period than a mini. During these weeks and months, you'll notice the swelling gradually lessening, although the rate at which this lessens can be affected by increased physical activity. So, yes, your activities may be contributing to the swelling. Please continue to wear your binder and talk to your surgeon for their advice.
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November 20, 2011
Answer: Could Over Exertion be Causing Post Tummy Tuck Swelling?Answer:
I would give it more time....But it is not unusual to see swelling up to 6 months later after exertion...or for no reason at all!!! But by 3 months you should have an idea!
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November 20, 2011
Answer: Could Over Exertion be Causing Post Tummy Tuck Swelling?Answer:
I would give it more time....But it is not unusual to see swelling up to 6 months later after exertion...or for no reason at all!!! But by 3 months you should have an idea!
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November 19, 2011
Answer: Swelling after tummy tuck
The answer is YES, swelling of the lower abdomen will be present six weeks and longer after traditional tummy tuck, and YES, this swelling may be exacerbated by increased physical activity. In agreement with other responders, you should see your surgeon to be sure the "swelling" is not actually a seroma. If the swelling and lower abdominal fullness is fluctuant or enlarging, it is likely seroma. An ultrasound study will definitively differentiate swelling from seroma.
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November 19, 2011
Answer: Swelling after tummy tuck
The answer is YES, swelling of the lower abdomen will be present six weeks and longer after traditional tummy tuck, and YES, this swelling may be exacerbated by increased physical activity. In agreement with other responders, you should see your surgeon to be sure the "swelling" is not actually a seroma. If the swelling and lower abdominal fullness is fluctuant or enlarging, it is likely seroma. An ultrasound study will definitively differentiate swelling from seroma.
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November 18, 2011
Answer: Tummy tuck Swelling?
Thank you for the question.
It would probably be best for you to be seen by your plastic surgeon again to rule out abnormal fluid accumulation (seroma).
Generally speaking, tummy tuck surgery involves the interruption of arterial inflow as well as venous/lymphatic outflow. As patients' activity level increases the abdominal wall flap may have a hard time eliminating fluids from the area. It may take several months to a year for the situation to improve whereby patients no longer have the increased swelling with increased activity.
I have seen some significant tissue swelling that may be alarming but has always resolved with time.
I hope this helps.
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November 18, 2011
Answer: Tummy tuck Swelling?
Thank you for the question.
It would probably be best for you to be seen by your plastic surgeon again to rule out abnormal fluid accumulation (seroma).
Generally speaking, tummy tuck surgery involves the interruption of arterial inflow as well as venous/lymphatic outflow. As patients' activity level increases the abdominal wall flap may have a hard time eliminating fluids from the area. It may take several months to a year for the situation to improve whereby patients no longer have the increased swelling with increased activity.
I have seen some significant tissue swelling that may be alarming but has always resolved with time.
I hope this helps.
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