Suddenly swollen 4 weeks post tummy tuck.

Thank you very much for sharing your concerns with us.At this point (1 month post-po) the swelling is normal.To reduce it, I recommend you perform daily lymphatic drainage massage therapy over the abdomen and wear a postoperative girdle from thigh to the breasts.Kind regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Unfortunately these questions can be answered on line, especially without any photographs.  The only way to know what is going on and whether or not it will resolve his to visit with the surgeon who performed the procedure.  If you're still uncertain, your best bet is to make another consultation as a second opinion.Best of luck!Dr. SubbioBoard-Certified Plastic SurgeonNewtown Square/Philadelphia, PA

Thank you for your question and I am sorry to hear of your sudden swelling.  It is difficult without an in-person examination or full series of photographs to determine what is taking place, but based on your narrative it seems to be swelling.  This can develop weeks after a tummy tuck and is usually related to an increase in your physical activity.  With the fact that the increase in size is along your hips and thighs and not where your incision or surgery was performed, gravity is likely "pulling" the extra water weight down your legs.  I would discuss this with your surgeon and see if a compression garment would help to keep this swelling to a minimum.  Best wishes.