There is not an absolute weight requirement to be eligible for a tummy tuck, but better results are obtained when patients are near their ideal body weight. We, however, perform procedures frequently on patients who are a bit overweight, but not obese. I hope this helps. You should have a ...
As you are less than 1 week out of surgery, you have to be patient. It appears that you might have had a lower body lift rather than a tummy tuck. You are going to have all sorts of weird sensations over the next 6 months from healing. Just be patient. Good luck.
A hernia is caused by a weakness in the abdominal wall or fascia, and the umbilicus is a natural wear point in which we frequently encounter hernias. The term ventral hernia implies a prior incision through the fascia, and are common after incisions for gastric bypass or vertical c-section....