I am 14 days post op tummy tuck with muscle repair. For the last 24hrs I have been experiencing shooting sharp gas pains from my back to my side and stomach. The pains have been so intense that it has made my muscle repair site spasm. I used Gas Ex and it gave me little relief but the slight sharp pain never went away. I also get some relief when I pass gas but it constantly comes back. I've been eating healthy since my surgery with the exception of the day before this pain started.
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June 17, 2018
Answer: Is it normal to have severe gas pains after tummy tuck?
Thank you for your question. Based on your photos I recommend you a Tummy Tuck to get a flat abdomen and waist and back Liposculpture, getting better curves especially in the waist, improving your body contour.Best regardsDr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-
You have a serious complication that needs attention by your surgeon. It seems like you may need another opinion or doctor if your surgeon is not responding to this problem.MRSA needs to be eradicated before you start healing the open wounds. You need to find a wound care clinic and let them a...
Thank you for your question and the photos. This is very normal, it is because of the skin stretching combined with the swelling thst causes tension of the upper skkn layer. It sometimes even opens up a bit and creates a scab ... all this is part of the process, no worries. Best of luck
