After Dec. 2019 TT I noticed a bulge in my lower abdomen that wasn't there prior to surgery & was told several times over the course of 12 months it was swelling and would go away. I look 5 mos pregnant & when I flex my stomach muscles, my "pooch" separates into two bulges on either side of my abdomen. My Dr. has no idea what it is and referred me for a 2nd opinion, which won't happen for another month. I'm healthy, 5'6", weigh 125 lbs and run 3 miles M-F. What could cause this?
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A tummy tuck can remove loose, excess skin and fat, and tighten weak fascia. A tummy tuck can also remove stretch marks and excess skin in the lower abdomen below the bellybutton. However, a tummy tuck won't correct stretch marks outside of this area.
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HI Drak,
I am sorry that you are having so much pain from your surgery. It appears that you are quite a bit overweight . Did you gain weight after your surgery? I would suggest that you try to lose weight because not too much can be done now to give you a better look as most of your fat is...
Hi,
thank you for your question. I understand you might have some concerns post surgery, but it is normal for the repaired abdomen to show a small amount of 'pooch' as you describe it or distention. This can be attributed to things as muscle tone, the position of the lumbar curve and also the...