I had a mini TT surg. 6 mths ago. Went in same weight I am now. I am healthy, I run, gym. I had stretched, loose skin after 2 pregnancies. I used to be able to suck in my tummy and it looked flat, just excess skin. Since the surgery I can no longer ‘suck in’ my stomach. I have a flap of fat (or is it just swelling?) above my scar. Is this a lymphatic drainage prob or weight issue around my lower abdomen? Has the scar been sewed too tightly creating this under bulge? Will this always be here?
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It is best to follow the recommendation of your surgeon for post op care. Compression provides support to healing tissues and helps to manage swelling. Wearing jeans may be difficult for awhile after surgery due to swelling. Your surgeon is most familiar with the details of your surgery and...
Yes it is possible that the aspiration was adequate and no further aspirations will be needed. However, as you mentioned it is not uncommon for fluid build up to return. From your description you are doing the correct things. Continue to closely follow your surgeon's advice and report any...
You appear to have some excess skin and/or fat that was not addressed with just a mini tummy tuck. A mini tuck does not remove excess skin or fat above the belly button, nor is the muscle tighten above the belly button.