Is a vertical scar necessary as well as a horizontal for diastasis recti surgery? (photos)

April 17, 2017
Asked By:danikamashea in Fort Wayne, IN

I have severe diastasis recti and am in the process of scheduling surgery.I met with the surgeon and he said more than likely I am going to need a vertical cut as well as a horizontal. He also said I will more than likely lose my belly button. This is going through insurance and where I am from there is only 1 plastic surgeon who accepts my insurance. I am 5'2 and currently weigh 115. Pre pregnancy weight was 110 and I weighed 140 while pregnant. Just looking to see if this is normal! Thanks!

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