I had a TT 1.5 years ago. Recently I feel like I did after surgery, like my muscles are tearing inside. It hurts to move at times especially if my abs are engaged. My belly button scar is even protruding now too. I do have more of a bulge on top of my belly button than I do below. It's weird and I'm worried about it. I had the TT because I had Diastasis Recti pretty bad and an umbilical hernia. Any thoughts?
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You will want to wait until you are six months post op to see your final results, but from the submitted photos it appears you were a better candidate for a standard tummy tuck. This would involve additional skin removal and correct the excess skin around the belly button. Liposuction of the...
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You are still extremely early in the recovery phase and while it is a challenge you are going to have to try and be patient. Post tummy tuck swelling can linger upwards of 6-12 months (though most well resolve in the early period). The...
