I’m 5 months post-op from a tummy tuck and lipo 360. In the past few weeks, I’ve noticed my lower belly protuding out and not completely flat. Even in the morning before I eat anything, it is not completely flat. I’ve maintained my weight since surgery, wear my compression garment and still get lymphatic massages once a week. Is this still inflammation lingering around or my final result??
Answer: Tummy Tuck Thanks for your question! Swelling after having a tummy tuck can last for up to a year. Give it some time. If you have any concerns or questions reach out to your surgeon for guidance. Best wishes!
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Tummy Tuck Thanks for your question! Swelling after having a tummy tuck can last for up to a year. Give it some time. If you have any concerns or questions reach out to your surgeon for guidance. Best wishes!
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Answer: Lower belly protruding after tummy tuck — Is this my final result? At 5 months post op you should no longer be wearing a surgical compression garment. There are studies that after 6-8 weeks compression like this can cause weakening of the abdominal muscles. You can have edema for a year or longer. Try a low salt diet and no alcohol. This can help cut down on the swelling.
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Answer: Lower belly protruding after tummy tuck — Is this my final result? At 5 months post op you should no longer be wearing a surgical compression garment. There are studies that after 6-8 weeks compression like this can cause weakening of the abdominal muscles. You can have edema for a year or longer. Try a low salt diet and no alcohol. This can help cut down on the swelling.
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October 10, 2023
Answer: Assessing Protrusion Post-Tummy Tuck Thank you for sharing your history and picture post-tummy tuck and Lipo 360. A few critical aspects come to mind regarding your lower belly protrusion. Muscle Repair: The key concern is whether the rectus abdominis muscles were adequately sutured and if any rectus diastasis was corrected. It's essential to know if the region from your bellybutton to the pubic area was addressed. The protrusion you're seeing might result from weakened or inadequately repaired muscles. Healing Time: At six months post-operation, there could still be residual swelling or changes occurring. Strengthening your core through exercises like planks and Pilates could help, but if after 12 months you still notice the protrusion, considering a surgical revision might be an option. Internal Factors: It's also possible that the bulge isn't just about the surgery. Conditions like uterine fibroids can cause similar appearances. It might be worth consulting with an OB/GYN and considering an ultrasound to rule out any internal factors. Lastly, continuous communication with your plastic surgeon is crucial to understanding the procedure specifics and whether any revisions might be necessary. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen.
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Answer: Assessing Protrusion Post-Tummy Tuck Thank you for sharing your history and picture post-tummy tuck and Lipo 360. A few critical aspects come to mind regarding your lower belly protrusion. Muscle Repair: The key concern is whether the rectus abdominis muscles were adequately sutured and if any rectus diastasis was corrected. It's essential to know if the region from your bellybutton to the pubic area was addressed. The protrusion you're seeing might result from weakened or inadequately repaired muscles. Healing Time: At six months post-operation, there could still be residual swelling or changes occurring. Strengthening your core through exercises like planks and Pilates could help, but if after 12 months you still notice the protrusion, considering a surgical revision might be an option. Internal Factors: It's also possible that the bulge isn't just about the surgery. Conditions like uterine fibroids can cause similar appearances. It might be worth consulting with an OB/GYN and considering an ultrasound to rule out any internal factors. Lastly, continuous communication with your plastic surgeon is crucial to understanding the procedure specifics and whether any revisions might be necessary. Sincerely, Dr. Katzen.
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October 6, 2023
Answer: Abdomen I would suggest meeting with your primary care physician and being checked for food allergies. You may have swelling because of your colon and not related to surgery.
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Answer: Abdomen I would suggest meeting with your primary care physician and being checked for food allergies. You may have swelling because of your colon and not related to surgery.
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October 3, 2023
Answer: Lower belly protruding after tummy tuck — Is this my final result? Yes it is the final result. I recommend ultrasound examine of lower abdomen to see if excess fat, retained seroma, internal organs causing this. Then either revision TT with aggressive inferior muscle plication or liposuction. Best to virtual consult with....
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Answer: Lower belly protruding after tummy tuck — Is this my final result? Yes it is the final result. I recommend ultrasound examine of lower abdomen to see if excess fat, retained seroma, internal organs causing this. Then either revision TT with aggressive inferior muscle plication or liposuction. Best to virtual consult with....
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