8 weeks post-op and stomach is still as distended as it was pre surgery. I don’t look like I had anything done. Advice? (photos)

June 3, 2019
Asked By:ChWchester in Nyack, NY

I had hernia and muscle repair. Surgeon used my c-section scar making it slightly longer. He fixed the diastasis recti, took a good amount of skin off, from what he said, and I was able to keep my belly button. At 4 weeks out I looked better. Lately I look 3-4 months pregnant. Right side is more swollen than left. Dr would like to give it more time and if tissue doesn’t settle he’ll order CT scan. Is this normal? Will I ever see results?

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February 2, 2020

Answer: 8 weeks post-op and stomach is still as distended as it was pre surgery. I don’t look like I had anything done. Advice?

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February 2, 2020

Answer: 8 weeks post-op and stomach is still as distended as it was pre surgery. I don’t look like I had anything done. Advice?

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June 5, 2019

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June 5, 2019

Answer: 8 weeks post op

June 5, 2019

Answer: 8 weeks post op

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