Is the giggly fat part of my upper tummy really just swelling? I am 26 dpo and it hasn't changed at all.

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My lower belly feels nice and tight. The top how ever is lose and giggly. My Dr is amazing and I have email his staff and they assure me it will go down that it is swelling. They are all amazing and I don't want to keep bugging them with my insecurities so I thought I would ask here. I thought swelling would be firm and come and go but this has not changed since the day I came home  And it really makes me feel unattractive and sad. I am trying to give it time but it's hard

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photograph.  Unfortunately without more details as to what type of tummy tuck you had performed, or an in-person examination of your tissues, it is difficult to offer definite advice.  For most patients this is likely swelling but it would be important to rule out a discrete fluid collection or continued muscle laxity.  Hope this helps.

Aisha White, MD · Answer

You are still very early in the healing process after your abdominoplasty.  I agree with your surgeons office that it is too early to evaluate your results just yet.  I realize it can be difficult, but try to be patient and allow yourself more time to heal as results typically improve drastically in the months following surgery.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well. 
You are still early on the healing process, it can take up to 6 months to see your final results, so please be patient. At the stage you're in, swelling is very normal. If you have any concerns, I suggest you to follow up close with your plastic surgeon.
Good luck :)

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Is the giggly fat part of my upper tummy really just swelling? I am 26 dpo and it hasn't changed at all.

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