2 weeks post op, Tummy tuck air bubbles after doing some kind of strain like laughing for example which it did hurt.Thank u kindly 4 your answers. One Doctor wondered why I don't ask my Doctor certain questions...well...I feel I shouldn't do this but...here it goes...the reason I'm not asking my Doctor is because he always seems 2 in a hurry 2 even look at me & his nurse talks like she hates her job.so there u go.That's my reason 4 joining RealSelf.Thank u so much 4 all of your help & support!:)
June 28, 2014
Answer: I feel some small air bubbles traveling right underneath my skin where I had my tummy Tuck. Is this normal? I am sorry to hear about the concerns you have, especially that you do not feel comfortable with the follow-up care that you are receiving. Unfortunately, nothing will replace clinical evaluation when it comes to determining whether a specific finding is “normal” (most probable temporary air under the abdominal wall flap) of (rarely) a sign of a serious complication. Therefore, despite best efforts, online consultants will not be able to be truly helpful. Ask for an additional follow up visit ( earlier than already scheduled, if necessary) with your plastic surgeon and address your concerns. Best wishes.
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June 28, 2014
Answer: I feel some small air bubbles traveling right underneath my skin where I had my tummy Tuck. Is this normal? I am sorry to hear about the concerns you have, especially that you do not feel comfortable with the follow-up care that you are receiving. Unfortunately, nothing will replace clinical evaluation when it comes to determining whether a specific finding is “normal” (most probable temporary air under the abdominal wall flap) of (rarely) a sign of a serious complication. Therefore, despite best efforts, online consultants will not be able to be truly helpful. Ask for an additional follow up visit ( earlier than already scheduled, if necessary) with your plastic surgeon and address your concerns. Best wishes.
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July 22, 2014
Answer: Sensation is altered after a tummy tuck and takes quite a while for it to return to normal Sensation is altered after a tummy tuck and takes quite a while for it to return to normal, many times up to 3 months. There are always strange sensations because of the drain, the muscle tightening and the other procedures, but they usually resolve slowly with time. It may represent bubbles as you described, but it may simply be an altered sensation that will improve with time. At this point I believe this is without normal limits, particularly if there is no redness or fever, but if those things occur you should consult your doctor.
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July 22, 2014
Answer: Sensation is altered after a tummy tuck and takes quite a while for it to return to normal Sensation is altered after a tummy tuck and takes quite a while for it to return to normal, many times up to 3 months. There are always strange sensations because of the drain, the muscle tightening and the other procedures, but they usually resolve slowly with time. It may represent bubbles as you described, but it may simply be an altered sensation that will improve with time. At this point I believe this is without normal limits, particularly if there is no redness or fever, but if those things occur you should consult your doctor.
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