I had a tummy tuck June 2023, I’m 6 months post op. I’m not flat, I’ll attach pics. When i stand up, there is a hardness or a tender part of my top abs. That does not go away with compression. I feel puffy up top. Wondering is this normal? Is it just going to take time for my stomach to soften up? I feel it sitting down too, just the middle part of my abdomen is tender and feels hard. I don’t know how else to explain, but I’m ready for it to be normal. Any tips? I also workout 4-5 days a week.
Answer: Firm Tummy post op Hello, thank you for your recent question and photos. Your results look great for 6 mo post op. You can still have swelling for up to a year post op, especially since you are working out 4-5 times a week. The hard firmness you are feeling is the muscle repair and swelling and inflammation to that area. It will get softer and more relaxed with time. Best of luck !
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Answer: Firm Tummy post op Hello, thank you for your recent question and photos. Your results look great for 6 mo post op. You can still have swelling for up to a year post op, especially since you are working out 4-5 times a week. The hard firmness you are feeling is the muscle repair and swelling and inflammation to that area. It will get softer and more relaxed with time. Best of luck !
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Answer: Puffiness and hardness Dear Fabulous796094,
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December 29, 2023
Answer: 6 months post op - what could be causing puffiness and hardness in abdomen? Hello @Fabulous796094, thank you for your question. It is important to take into account several aspects among which is the surgical technique applied, and to evaluate if there is something else at a systemic level. Remember that a surgery has a process for healing that can take to a year. The best course of action is to consult one or several board certified plastic surgeon for more information and options tailored specifically to your needs. Best wishes!
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December 29, 2023
Answer: 6 months post op - what could be causing puffiness and hardness in abdomen? Hello @Fabulous796094, thank you for your question. It is important to take into account several aspects among which is the surgical technique applied, and to evaluate if there is something else at a systemic level. Remember that a surgery has a process for healing that can take to a year. The best course of action is to consult one or several board certified plastic surgeon for more information and options tailored specifically to your needs. Best wishes!
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December 27, 2023
Answer: Six months post op It sounds as if you have concerns about your results as well as discomfort you are experiencing. The best person to advise you is your surgeon. She/He is most familiar with the details of your surgery and how you've been progressing through recovery.
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December 27, 2023
Answer: Six months post op It sounds as if you have concerns about your results as well as discomfort you are experiencing. The best person to advise you is your surgeon. She/He is most familiar with the details of your surgery and how you've been progressing through recovery.
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December 25, 2023
Answer: Numerous factors could be causing your discomfort. Without a physical examination, and a full understanding of what was done at your surgery, it can be difficult to pinpoint exactly what could be causing your discomfort. Some of the standard reasons patients can have pain after abdominoplasty are: scarring if liposuction was done in the area, discomfort from sutures used to repair your diastasis, a seroma pocket in the area. The puffiness that you’re feeling up top may be some residual tissue not removed if you had liposuction. You should contact your plastic surgeon and voice your concerns as that person would have the best idea as to exactly what was done during your procedure. Best wishes.
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December 25, 2023
Answer: Numerous factors could be causing your discomfort. Without a physical examination, and a full understanding of what was done at your surgery, it can be difficult to pinpoint exactly what could be causing your discomfort. Some of the standard reasons patients can have pain after abdominoplasty are: scarring if liposuction was done in the area, discomfort from sutures used to repair your diastasis, a seroma pocket in the area. The puffiness that you’re feeling up top may be some residual tissue not removed if you had liposuction. You should contact your plastic surgeon and voice your concerns as that person would have the best idea as to exactly what was done during your procedure. Best wishes.
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