I was stretching in my sleep this past week and felt an extremely sharp pain in my stomach, so sharp that I woke from a deep sleep. Since then the area has been tender to the touch, and even painful. I was standing more than usual yesterday, preparing different items in the kitchen. Today, the pain is quite apparent in this area above my Belly Button. Should I be concerned?
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Two suspects that can cause high blood pressure after surgery include pain, and adrenaline, which was given along with any local anesthetic that was used.
It is good to hear it is back to normal. Hopefully the hospital has suggested outpatient follow up for a few more blood pressure...
It sounds like you are happy with the result. Your surgeon may have used a technique you are not familiar with .Ask your doctors at your next appointment what was done. Congrats on your result.Thomas Narsete, M.D.
Rather than speculate, you are better off to go back in person to see your plastic surgeon. Nothing beats a direct examination of the area. Usually muscle separation is not a large component of a male tummy tuck since pregnancy has not been an issue. You will have peace of mind by...
