Swelling 6 months post tummy tuck - is this normal? (photos)

Dear Imaginative680242,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Swelling goes down significantly after 3-4 months.
The cause of looking protruding several months after surgery is gaining weight with the increase of the visceral fat which only solution is to lose the weight and other reason may be being bloated which you have to figure out about your intestine and all intrabdominal organs health.
Another reason may be the lack of muscle repair tightening.
So start with the only thing on your side: lose weight (10 lbs at least) and then visit your surgeon.
Dr. Cárdenas

Thanks for your question! Swelling can take a full year, and it's normal that it gets worse throughout the day. I would suggest wearing compression to help. If you are still dissatisfied after 1 year, you can check with your surgeon regarding a revision. Good luck!