8 DPO Mommy makeover. Still terrible pain, numbness, swelling.

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It's a little after 3am and I'm up writing this in terrible pain. Today will be 8 DPO of tummy tuck without muscle repair, lipo of flanks and abs, and breast lift and Augment.. It seems most are off pain meds by now, I was trying to wean myself down to one tramadol every 6-8 hours. Took last one 11pm. Just took one Advil capsule and am icing my abs and lower back. Extreme tightness and numbness in lower abs. Losing original weight gain from op. Seeing PS tomorrow. Wearing compression garmet.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

At 8 days post op it is normal to feel this pain and numbness, your surgery was a very big surgery and it will take time for the swelling and pain to go down, continue to follow up with your PS to discuss your concerns and talk to him or her in maybe changing your pain medication, best wishes.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Recovery is unique to each patient.  I'm glad to hear you are seeing your plastic surgeon as that is the person who can provide the best advice.  The pain should gradually improve with time.  The swelling will as well, but will persist for several weeks yet.  Continue to follow the advice of your doctor and know that you will be feeling better soon.

Vishnu Rumalla, MD · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry and sorry for your struggles.  I am glad you will be seeing your plastic surgeon to be evaluated and make sure you are progressing well.  You may be weaning yourself off of your pain medications too quickly or too soon.  And also ask your surgeon if may be you need a muscle relaxer?  Hope for a speedy recovery.

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

SidneyLee. Sorry you are having such a hard time.  Best to see your surgeon for evaluation, but in the meantime, loosen your elastic garment or remove it for a while.  Pain can last this long, so hang in there and good luck!

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

A great deal of pain after 8 days is a concern. Please discuss this with your plastic surgeon in the morning. I suspect tramadol is partly to blame and may not be the best medication in your case. I suggest you speak to your surgeon about using alternative medications which are not controlled substances such as muscle relaxants and Cox-2 inhibitors. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

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