After having a tummy tuck what are some of the long term possibly life long issues that I may have to live with or are possible? I hear some ladies say 3 to 10 years after they never regained full feeling to their area between incision and belly button. Some say alot of swelling they still deal with and not just with their menstrual cycles. Also some say there still have the pins and needles sensation in the lower and upper abdomen. Any info and help is and will be so appreciated. Thank you very much.
Answer: LONG TERM COMPLICATIONS AFTER ABDOMINOPLASTY. Hello ShirleyB.,
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Answer: LONG TERM COMPLICATIONS AFTER ABDOMINOPLASTY. Hello ShirleyB.,
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August 17, 2018
Answer: Post abdominoplasty Long term problems following a tummy tuck are very rare. Typically, any issues occur within the first several weeks after surgery. Occasionally it does take some time for sensation to return between the belly button and the lower abdominal scar, but in my experience, most patients after several months are doing just fine. Typically, the recurrent swelling and pin and needle sensation that you're describing is very short lived and gone within a year. I hope this helps.
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August 17, 2018
Answer: Post abdominoplasty Long term problems following a tummy tuck are very rare. Typically, any issues occur within the first several weeks after surgery. Occasionally it does take some time for sensation to return between the belly button and the lower abdominal scar, but in my experience, most patients after several months are doing just fine. Typically, the recurrent swelling and pin and needle sensation that you're describing is very short lived and gone within a year. I hope this helps.
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August 15, 2018
Answer: Long term problems from tummy tucks rare Look at Realself ratings. You will note that tummy tucks have one of the highest ratings. While there can be some long term issues with tummy tucks, it is very rare to have a patient complain about such issue. It is true that there is often some area of decreased sensation in the lower abdomen, but this rarely results in permanent pararthesias, or uncomfortable sensations. Problems with the scar or a small or wide umbilicus can be bothersome. You should be relatively sure you do not want more children, not because a tummy tuck with interfere with the pregnancy, but because it with undo much of the benefit and is not as easily redone.
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August 15, 2018
Answer: Long term problems from tummy tucks rare Look at Realself ratings. You will note that tummy tucks have one of the highest ratings. While there can be some long term issues with tummy tucks, it is very rare to have a patient complain about such issue. It is true that there is often some area of decreased sensation in the lower abdomen, but this rarely results in permanent pararthesias, or uncomfortable sensations. Problems with the scar or a small or wide umbilicus can be bothersome. You should be relatively sure you do not want more children, not because a tummy tuck with interfere with the pregnancy, but because it with undo much of the benefit and is not as easily redone.
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Answer: Long Term Complications An abdominoplasty produces a firmer, flatter abdomen, but at the expense of a scar. The scar is longer than a c section scar, extending typically from hip to hip. In most instances the scar is placed low enough that in clothing and most bathing suits it is not visible. The scar does fade and flatten with time, but it is permanent. Sensory changes to the abdomen, particularly the lower abdomen and around the scar, are also a possibility. Many patients have some diminished sensation to the abdomen immediately post op, but gradually it returns. In some cases however, the decreased sensation can be permanent. Despite these risks, most patients have high satisfaction with this procedure.
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Answer: Long Term Complications An abdominoplasty produces a firmer, flatter abdomen, but at the expense of a scar. The scar is longer than a c section scar, extending typically from hip to hip. In most instances the scar is placed low enough that in clothing and most bathing suits it is not visible. The scar does fade and flatten with time, but it is permanent. Sensory changes to the abdomen, particularly the lower abdomen and around the scar, are also a possibility. Many patients have some diminished sensation to the abdomen immediately post op, but gradually it returns. In some cases however, the decreased sensation can be permanent. Despite these risks, most patients have high satisfaction with this procedure.
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August 15, 2018
Answer: Long term consequences of tummy tucks The most common problem/complaint is the scar. It is long and can be hard to hide, it does fade with time, but it is permanent in nature.Some patients also experience numbness around the incision/scars, this can also be permanent, but usually temporary.A feeling of tightness in the abdomen and feeling full with eating is common, but again temporary as the skin relaxes with time. Here is a summary of a tummy tuck: A tummy tuck which is also referred to as an abdominoplasty is a procedure to enhance the appearance of the abdomen. It consists of 3 basic steps:
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August 15, 2018
Answer: Long term consequences of tummy tucks The most common problem/complaint is the scar. It is long and can be hard to hide, it does fade with time, but it is permanent in nature.Some patients also experience numbness around the incision/scars, this can also be permanent, but usually temporary.A feeling of tightness in the abdomen and feeling full with eating is common, but again temporary as the skin relaxes with time. Here is a summary of a tummy tuck: A tummy tuck which is also referred to as an abdominoplasty is a procedure to enhance the appearance of the abdomen. It consists of 3 basic steps:
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