Why the huge bulge after Tummy Tuck with Muscle Repair? (photos)

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Hi- I have a Huge upper bulge- looks like a basketball. It feel like it's getting bigger. It's hard, not fluid like. I've attached pics, I'm putting on pounds instead of loosing. I drink water watch what and how I eat. Feel like my muscle repair came undone??

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph.  I do agree that a substantial change has occurred to your recovery results and most likely a failure of your muscle repair.  See your surgeon for an in-person evaluation, they should be able to diagnose this quickly while then offering you treatment recommendations.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

I am sorry to hear about your concerns after tummy tuck surgery.Based on the photographic progression, I would share your concerns regarding  the integrity of the abdominal wall muscle plication. Your plastic surgeon will be your best resource when it comes to accurate diagnosis and treatment recommendations.  Best wishes.

Scott E. Kasden, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi mlfchickYou have a problem that your doctor needs to address.  I can think of two things off the top of my head, but an exam will be required to make a diagnosis and plant.The two possibilities, given the huge change from 3 months, are:1. fluid collection/seroma2. rupture of suturesand one other thing it could be- torn muscle.I would see your doctor this weekAll the best.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear, thanks for your post and provided information and pictures as well! can be fluid, or a suture came out or viceral fat. I recommend to visit your surgeon so he can evaluate you and give you the solution to this.

Good luck :)

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

This may be due to visceral fat, plication, issues, fluid collections, or maybe weight gain. Best to be seen in person.

Why the huge bulge after Tummy Tuck with Muscle Repair? (photos)

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