I'm 8 days post op and I understand the swelling in my stomach but my lower back is so swollen and its so hard and very painful to touch! Is this normal? My ps said asprin should help when I seen him last week but nothing is helping!
December 12, 2016
Answer: Swelling after surgery Thank you for your question.It is very common that in conjunction with a tummy tuck that liposuction is done around the hips to help contour everything. This can lead to swelling in the flank/lower back area, that is why you are feeling the hardness and discomfort there. As you continue to heal this will subside, you are only 8 days post-op and still very early in the healing process. One thing I sometimes suggest to my patients is lymphatic massage, this helps decrease the swelling and discomfort while you are healing and it can be started the week after surgery. Good luck with healing.
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December 12, 2016
Answer: Swelling after surgery Thank you for your question.It is very common that in conjunction with a tummy tuck that liposuction is done around the hips to help contour everything. This can lead to swelling in the flank/lower back area, that is why you are feeling the hardness and discomfort there. As you continue to heal this will subside, you are only 8 days post-op and still very early in the healing process. One thing I sometimes suggest to my patients is lymphatic massage, this helps decrease the swelling and discomfort while you are healing and it can be started the week after surgery. Good luck with healing.
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December 12, 2016
Answer: Tummy Tuck - Post Op Swelling? Thank you for your question. You should expect to have swelling for three to six months following tummy tuck and liposuction surgery. Use of a properly fitted compression garment will help decrease the length and severity of the post-operative swelling. As the swelling decreases, the contour of your abdomen, flanks, and hips will dramatically improve. Please follow your plastic surgeons specific advice regarding your level of physical activity. Hope this helps and good luck with your recovery.
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December 12, 2016
Answer: Tummy Tuck - Post Op Swelling? Thank you for your question. You should expect to have swelling for three to six months following tummy tuck and liposuction surgery. Use of a properly fitted compression garment will help decrease the length and severity of the post-operative swelling. As the swelling decreases, the contour of your abdomen, flanks, and hips will dramatically improve. Please follow your plastic surgeons specific advice regarding your level of physical activity. Hope this helps and good luck with your recovery.
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