Hi, I have had four operations for Crohns disease and have been left with a very uncomfortable protruding belly, when doing the classic test for "Diverication Recti" when doing the sit-ups I have a very large hard lump in the center of my stomach, much bigger than I have seen anywhere on the internet? when relaxed I always feel as if my stomach is trying to push out from the inside and this gets much worse after eating? has been caused by my previous surgery? I have also had abdominal hernias.
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In general weight loss makes back pain better, as there is less stress on your back. Loose skin on your front and back after weight loss is unlikely to be the cause of back pain. Consult both a back specialist and a board-certified plastic surgeon for answers. Best of luck.
The belt lipectomy will likely produce the best result, but an exam is always necessary to make that determination.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA