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Can Sex After a Tummy Tuck After 12 Weeks Make Swelling Worse?

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I am 12 weeks post op and I've noticed that when my husband and I have sex, I seem to swell more; especially in my pubic mound area. The next day, my abs are super sore! Is this normal?

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