10 weeks post op tummy tuck. Bloating? (Photo)

Hi there, J.
Marie. Unfortunately, swelling and bloating are typical effects of liposuction,
and they can take some time to resolve. Although these symptoms should
gradually diminish as time goes by, they can certainly "plateau"
during the recuperation process. While there is no sure-fire way to encourage
swelling to decrease faster, you can try wearing a compression garment to help
you feel more confident in tight-fitting clothes. You should begin to notice a
more marked improvement within a few weeks, and you should feel free to check
in with your surgeon if you are concerned. Best of luck!

In my opinion it takes closer to 6 months to see final results.Theres no true way to speed this up.Sometimes by performing liposuction of the flanks, the true lower abdomen can be more noticeable.Its best to be examined to see of theres residual fat on the lower abdomen, but again I would wait a few more months.Best of luck!dr schwartz

What you are observing appears to be normal swelling. It
will go down over time, and keep in mind that your final results can take up to
a year to emerge completely. I would not worry about your appearance at this
point. If a year has gone by and your appearance hasn’t changed to something
you are satisfied with, you may want to consider liposuction to remove any
residual fat. Best regards.

By 10 weeks most patients although still swollen have recognized sizable improvement after abdominoplasty. If you're taking pain medication that would inhibit G.I. motility this could contribute to the problem. Salt restriction will help reduce total body water but I doubt this will have a big contribution to your particular dilemma. Best to discuss this with your surgeon.

Thank you for your question and photographs. It looks as if you have gotten some really nice results from your procedure.  Bloating and that lower abdominal swelling is fairly common after surgery, and should start resolving itself over the next several weeks. Some people do not reach their final result for over 6 months.  To ensure that nothing else is going on, be sure to speak with your surgeon or schedule a follow up appointment.  This can give you some additional reassurance.  

Thank you for your question. Based on the picture it looks like healing normally. Swelling will go down with time. Please talk to your PS for evaluation.

You may still be experiencing some post operative swelling or edema which may take a few more weeks to resolve.  A light compression garment may help.  If you are truly having problems with bloating an anti-gas medication (simethacone) and/or a mild laxative may help.  Check with your surgeon, as well,  for their recommendations.  Best wishes, Dr Lepore.