Has my tummy tuck failed and was too much skin removed? My doctor says he did nothing wrong (Photo)

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I had a tummy tuck in early January. I didn’t have much extra skin but my doctor was insistent that he wanted to remove some to get some small stretch marks off. My skin feels like it is going to rip open and I think he removed too much. I still have one spot that won’t heal and my scar is so wide and stretched. I also have a very hard marble sized lump under my skin and the skin above it is starting to turn pink. And my stomach is not even close to flat. My dr says he did nothing wrong.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello. Great question. I am sorry for your post op difficulties. However, pre op images are needed to properly address your concerns.

Scott C. Sattler, MD, FACS · Answer

You have severe scar widening - this is due to the tension that the surface of the skin was placed under when the wound was closed. You also don't appear to have an flattened abdominal contour, which is an expected cosmetic outcome from an otherwise thin patient undergoing a tummy tuck procedure.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear CLayneB,
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 or ask for a second opinion. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

I can appreciate your concerns.  Though you are not at your final result if your muscle wall was repaired it should appear flatter.  The long scar can widen for some people.  This can often be improved with revision but you will want to wait until you are at least 9 months from surgery.  I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon.  If you are not satisfied with the results of your conversation you may wish to seek the opinion of another board certified plastic surgeon near you.

Adel Fattah, MBBChir, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

Something isn't right unless you are pushing your belly out in that photos. Without the whole story it is hard to say but I suggest you get a second opinion form a board certified plastic surgeon.

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