Is this swelling at 5 months post op? 5 months post op from tummy tuck lipo and muscle repair. I stick out above my incision and my mons area still really protrudes out, i can feel it gets worse as the day goes on. Any idea what it is and what can help please I had my surgery in Turkey and my PS says I just need some liquid shringe by the area.
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Folds and creases are not uncommon after a TT in certain individuals because swelling figures prominently in the post operative period. Now that you are about two months post TT, they should be less noticeable. Be patient and continue to follow up with your PS. Wait at least six months to as...
Dear dresscode101,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel...
Thanks for the question. It is an interesting one. Firstly, you need to consider what a stretch mark is. When the tissue is stretched, your dermis can rupture bringing about stretch marks. There is no cure for this problem although there is much investigations into...