So I am 6 months out from full tummy tuck and I feel my sutures may have failed to hold in my muscle repair. I have more of a bulge now above my belly button than prior to surgery. I was 124lbs before and 122 lbs now I feel like I am not happy and waster 10k thoughts??
July 26, 2023
Answer: Tummy tuck From your photo and description it sounds as if either the muscle repair was not performed or it may have failed. An examination is needed to determine what may be occurring. I encourage you to visit with your surgeon for an assessment.
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July 26, 2023
Answer: Tummy tuck From your photo and description it sounds as if either the muscle repair was not performed or it may have failed. An examination is needed to determine what may be occurring. I encourage you to visit with your surgeon for an assessment.
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July 26, 2023
Answer: Failure of muscle repair? Based on the nicely posted photos you can not be sure if you have a "failed muscle/rect plication"... Only was is ultrasound examination of the abdomen. I offer in office ultrasound at a fee. Or obtain RX and seek one in local hospital or Radiology center. If the ultrasound demonstrates muscle separation then re operation can offer better flat effect. Redo fee $8,000+. Best t virtual consult with......
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July 26, 2023
Answer: Failure of muscle repair? Based on the nicely posted photos you can not be sure if you have a "failed muscle/rect plication"... Only was is ultrasound examination of the abdomen. I offer in office ultrasound at a fee. Or obtain RX and seek one in local hospital or Radiology center. If the ultrasound demonstrates muscle separation then re operation can offer better flat effect. Redo fee $8,000+. Best t virtual consult with......
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