Im 5 weeks p/o tummy tuck, mr and lipo. Over the past 2 weeks or so ive noticed my hips are quite squishy and hang over a little when i sit. I currently only weigh 54kgs, im hoping this is just swelling as i would be so sad if i was still stuck with my dreaded love handles
Answer: 5 weeks post op tummy tuck swelling. Is this normal? I tell my patients it takes 3-6 months for the healing process to start to settle: decreasing inflammation, swelling and scarring. At 5 weeks it is really early, and expected for there to be a fair amount of remaining swelling. Any new swelling or concerns should be discussed with your surgeon. You could start to try some gentle lymphatic massage to help the body absorb the swelling, and also to desensitize any tender areas.
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Answer: 5 weeks post op tummy tuck swelling. Is this normal? I tell my patients it takes 3-6 months for the healing process to start to settle: decreasing inflammation, swelling and scarring. At 5 weeks it is really early, and expected for there to be a fair amount of remaining swelling. Any new swelling or concerns should be discussed with your surgeon. You could start to try some gentle lymphatic massage to help the body absorb the swelling, and also to desensitize any tender areas.
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December 27, 2015
Answer: Swelling after TT It is perfectly normal to have numbness or swelling after a tummy tuck which is expected to slowly have sensation return to normal after many months and even years following your surgery. Although uncommon, permanent numbness and tingling can occur after tummy tuck surgery, especially in the lower mid line area between the scar and belly button. In most cases there is some sensation present, just not the normal pre-surgical amount. Please speak with your plastic surgeon about your concerns. #tummytucknumbness #tummytuckpost-op
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December 27, 2015
Answer: Swelling after TT It is perfectly normal to have numbness or swelling after a tummy tuck which is expected to slowly have sensation return to normal after many months and even years following your surgery. Although uncommon, permanent numbness and tingling can occur after tummy tuck surgery, especially in the lower mid line area between the scar and belly button. In most cases there is some sensation present, just not the normal pre-surgical amount. Please speak with your plastic surgeon about your concerns. #tummytucknumbness #tummytuckpost-op
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January 18, 2022
Answer: Swelling 5 wks postop Hello, it is not uncommon for people to experience intermittent swelling of several months after tummy tuck surgery. However, if you are developing new swelling that is not resolving, it would be reasonable to contact your PS and discuss your concerns to ensure that this is part of the normal healing process.
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January 18, 2022
Answer: Swelling 5 wks postop Hello, it is not uncommon for people to experience intermittent swelling of several months after tummy tuck surgery. However, if you are developing new swelling that is not resolving, it would be reasonable to contact your PS and discuss your concerns to ensure that this is part of the normal healing process.
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January 18, 2022
Answer: 5 weeks post op tummy tuck swelling. Is this normal Thank you for submitting your question.
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January 18, 2022
Answer: 5 weeks post op tummy tuck swelling. Is this normal Thank you for submitting your question.
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August 27, 2015
Answer: 5 weeks post op tummy tuck swelling. Is this normal? Yes, longer-term swelling after tummy tuck surgery is not uncommon; swelling may persist for many months and even up to one year after the procedure is performed. Often, patients will report that the swelling increases as their activity level increases and gets worse later on in the day. Sometimes, the use of compressive garments may be helpful to control the edema.
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August 27, 2015
Answer: 5 weeks post op tummy tuck swelling. Is this normal? Yes, longer-term swelling after tummy tuck surgery is not uncommon; swelling may persist for many months and even up to one year after the procedure is performed. Often, patients will report that the swelling increases as their activity level increases and gets worse later on in the day. Sometimes, the use of compressive garments may be helpful to control the edema.
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