Is it normal to have pain in pubic area after tummy tuck?

Question

I'm day 8 post tummy tuck & I have been experiencing stinging, burning, & shooting pains just under my wound incision on the left hand side of my groin.

Paul W. Papillion, MD · Answer

During the operation you can sustain irritation or damage to the nerves suppling that region. Damage to the ilioinguinal nerve can result in the sensations that your are having. Most of the time this is temporary and will go away...however if the never is caught in a stitch or sustained major damage during surgery...it could persist. I would discuss this with your PS on your follow up visit as he can guide you on further management.

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

Having discomfort in your pubic area after tummy tuck is not unusual.  This pain should decrease with time.  If it is persistent then visit with your plastic surgeon

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Eight months after the operation significant pain in the pubic area would be unexpected. It would be best if you checked in with your plastic surgeon.

Carmina Cardenas, MD · Answer

It is normal to experience some kind of pain in the pubic area because the swelling will go down just because of gravity.So, just wear your garment, wear full, mild tight panties and rest with your legs up.You will be feeling better in couple of weeks.Dr. Cardenas

Gary L. Ross, MBChB, FRCS · Answer

It is not uncommon to have pain such as this postop and you should consult with your PS again for reassurance.

Steven M. Lynch, MD · Answer

Hi, It would not be uncommon to have pains in different areas around the incision or drains.  You are very new at this point and you need to get more distance from your surgery.  Having said that, it would be prudent for you to make sure your plastic surgeon is aware of your concerns and get his/her opinion as to the cause.  Good luck with your surgical results.  Patients with tummy tucks are quite happy but the road sometimes has these bumps.        Steven M. Lynch, M.D.

Australia Fragoso-Baez, MD · Answer

Pain is very normal and what you are describing could be nothing to worry but  if your pain is getting worse everyday after surgery then you should go to see your doctor, i hope this is not your case and you will get better in a couple of days. Best wishes!

Jeffrey Zwiren, MD · Answer

There are many sensory nerves that get disturbed during an abdominoplasty and pain in the pubic area is not ususual.

Thomas A. Cochran, Jr, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

Thanks for your question. It is not unusual to experience swelling and pain in the groin and pubic region, but I would advise you to address this concern with your PS. He/she may want to evaluate you in person to rule out any complications. Best of luck.

Robert E. Zaworski, MD (retired) · Answer

In general, our patients do not have the pain you described.  It is common to feel tight, and sore.  See your Plastic Surgeon for an exam as soon as possible to rule out any complications.  Best wishes!

Is it normal to have pain in pubic area after tummy tuck?

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