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Weird feeling in belly button after tummy tuck.

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Anony8851Feb 14, 2016

It's been one year almost exactly since my tummy tuck. Aside from a small dog ear scar, it looks fine. The problem, is that I constantly have a very weird, unpleasant feeling in and around my belly button. It's hard to describe, but almost like a pulling - especially when I'm standing or laying down. Incredibly uncomfortable. Is this normal?

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Sheila S. Nazarian, MD

Most vitamins should be ok to take pre-operatively but get a list of the herbs, supplements etc.. that you should not be taking from your surgeon just to make sure. My best, Dr. Sheila Nazarian @drsheilanazarian on Instagram

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Call your surgeon and get in to see him as soon as possible. This must be assessed in person. It sounds like fluid build up which may need to be drained. Nothing to panic about but you also don't want to wait 8 days.My best, Dr. Sheila Nazarian @drsheilanazarian on Instagram

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Would be best to discuss this with your surgeon just to make sure your wounds are healing normally before putting anything on them.  Hope that helps -

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