Had a tummy tuck 4 months ago. I now have 2 love handles, one on each side. What do i do?

November 19, 2015
Asked By:Sarahkirschner in Haydenville, MA

Tummy tuck on July 17th, 2015. Tough recovery, but now everything is OK, except for the love handles that are appearing on each side. I can grasp them. I am 147 pounds and 5 ft. 9 in. I am in good shape. What do i do?

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November 21, 2015

Answer: How did that get there?

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November 21, 2015

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November 20, 2015

Answer: Post op Love Handles

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November 20, 2015

Answer: Post op Love Handles

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November 19, 2015

Answer: Dog ears

November 19, 2015

Answer: Dog ears

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