I am over 6 weeks post-op.. I had a mommy makeover and was told I would have a completely flat tummy. Advice? (photos)

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I am very discouraged because I do love the shape he gave me but my tummy and belly button are not the best. I have loose skin and fat and my belly button has a strong smell every other day. Why is my tummy divided like this..? Is it inflammation..? I also have some itching all over my body that comes and goes does it have anything to do with my surgery.. Did I ruin my results in any way..? Weight before surgery was 169.8lbs current weight is 143.6lbs.. 5’2... 25yrs old

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Thank you for your photos and questions.  You are still early in the recovery process and have swelling.  You will not be able to see your final results until 6-9 months after surgery.  I recommend speaking to your surgeon about the foul smell from the belly button area as it could be indicative of an infection.  The itching may be just from the process of healing.  Your surgeon should be able to advise you further after an examination.

Robert M. Wald, Jr., MD · Answer

The results of any cosmetic surgery are never exact and perfect. Your results appear to be good and will get better over the next few months. Expectations and preoperative discussion with your surgeon are critical. The itching is normal healing as the nerves are coming back. I would check with your surgeon about the odor from your belly button to make sure there is not an infection.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Based on your pictures it looks like you have good results, you are swollen and will continue to be for at least 6 months, just give it time for everything to settle. Follow up with your PS to discuss your concerns.

Jorge Luis Diaz Martinez, MD · Answer

Hello good afternoon, you did not messed your results, after a tummy tuck procedure or any other procedure, you have to give your body time to fully heal, swelling takes up to 5-6 months to go completely away, if after that you don't see a flat tummy, you can do liposuction in your lower abdomen, but give it some time first. The itching is caused by the healing of your internal tissue, but also check if it is caused by your body garment.

Steven Varkony, MD · Answer

You are still early in your recovery and will not be able to
see the results until the swelling goes down, which can take months to resolve.
However, without an in-person examination, it’s impossible to determine if anything
abnormal is developing. It is important that you are following your surgeon’s
post-operative care instructions to ensure the best results. We recommend
consulting with your surgeon to further discuss your concerns.

I am over 6 weeks post-op.. I had a mommy makeover and was told I would have a completely flat tummy. Advice? (photos)

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Answer: SWELLING TAKES TIME

Answer: SWELLING TAKES TIME

Answer: I am over 6 weeks post-op.

Answer: I am over 6 weeks post-op.

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I am over 6 weeks post-op.. I had a mommy makeover and was told I would have a completely flat tummy. Advice? (photos)

Answers (8)

Answer: SWELLING TAKES TIME

Answer: SWELLING TAKES TIME

Answer: I am over 6 weeks post-op.

Answer: I am over 6 weeks post-op.

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