Are Abdominal Cramps Years After Tummy Tuck Normal?

Dear Jess43,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Cramping can be related to several causes. As yours are random and not severe there doesn't seem to be anything to worry about. Schedule a physical with your primary care doctor to make sure all bloodwork is normal, drink plenty of water and be sure to eat a healthy, balanced diet.

Thank you for your question and photos.
A tummy tuck can remove loose, excess skin and fat, and tighten weak fascia. A tummy tuck can also remove stretch marks and excess skin in the lower abdomen below the bellybutton. However, a tummy tuck won't correct stretch marks outside of this area.
If you've previously had a C-section, your plastic surgeon might be able to incorporate your existing C-section scar into your tummy tuck scar.
A tummy tuck can also be done in combination with other body contouring cosmetic procedures, such as breast surgery. If you've had fat removed from your abdomen (liposuction), you may decide to have a tummy tuck because liposuction removes tissue just under the skin and fat but not any excess

It is unusual to have cramps post abdominoplasty. I am wondering if it has anything to do with the surgery at all. While tightening the fascia (tissue just above the abdominal muscles) can cause undue circumstances, cramping is very unusual (especially so far post-op).
Dr. T