I had a tummy tuck and lipo on April 1 of this year and everything looks fine but Even tho I know I am only one months few days post op I see that big lump by my rib cage is still there and is big and noticeable is not going down I am thinking too see another surgeon to tell me what that is please help I am stressed about this is it gonna go away ?? How can I fix it ? How much more money?
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Answer: What is that bulge or lump I have in the left side of my abdomen after my tummy tuck and lipo? (Photo)
Some pockets of stubborn fat,
particularly in the belly, hips and thigh areas, can be very difficult to get
rid of through diet and exercise alone. You may want to consider options like
liposuction or a nonsurgical alternative such as CoolSculpting®. Both of these
options can target and remove ...
The best resource for your question is your own surgeon, he or she knows you the best. For my patients, I allow heavy lifting type of physical activity within 6 weeks after surgery and cross fit certainly falls within this strenuous activity/heavy lifting category. When resuming this type of...
Abdominoplasty surgery is not covered by insurance as it is not medically necessary. However, Panniculectomy surgery may be covered by insurance. Regards,