I had a mini tummy tuck 6 weeks ago and I am very concerned about the bulge/overhang above my incision. My surgeon says this will resolve on its own but from the look of it I am concerned it will not and I will need a revision. Some is swelling that fluctuates, and at first for the first two weeks the bulge was not present and my stomach was completely flat-is it possible this bulge forms as healing progresses and will it go away? HELP
Answer: Mini Tummy Tuck Swelling Thank you for submitting your question/concern and photos. I am sorry you are experiencing this issue. Based on your photos, it does appear that you are holding swelling above your incision/scar. Our general rule of thumb with postoperative swelling is that by 10-12 weeks, MOST, if not all, of your swelling should be resolved. Being only 6 weeks out, this should continue to improve. An additional measure you can try is wearing tight compression as much as possible over this area to help reduce the swelling. You may also perform gently massage of the tissue to work out the fluid, as long as your plastic surgeon is ok with this. If the swelling persists for several more weeks or significantly changes, or you develop other unexplained symptoms, please consult your plastic surgeon. Thank you again and good luck with your recovery.
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Answer: Mini Tummy Tuck Swelling Thank you for submitting your question/concern and photos. I am sorry you are experiencing this issue. Based on your photos, it does appear that you are holding swelling above your incision/scar. Our general rule of thumb with postoperative swelling is that by 10-12 weeks, MOST, if not all, of your swelling should be resolved. Being only 6 weeks out, this should continue to improve. An additional measure you can try is wearing tight compression as much as possible over this area to help reduce the swelling. You may also perform gently massage of the tissue to work out the fluid, as long as your plastic surgeon is ok with this. If the swelling persists for several more weeks or significantly changes, or you develop other unexplained symptoms, please consult your plastic surgeon. Thank you again and good luck with your recovery.
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Answer: Six weeks post op I know it is hard to be patient but you are still early in your recovery and need more time to tell if your concerns are permanent. Swelling and changes can persist for several months after a tummy tuck. Continue to follow the advice of your surgeon and discuss your concerns along the way.
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Answer: Six weeks post op I know it is hard to be patient but you are still early in your recovery and need more time to tell if your concerns are permanent. Swelling and changes can persist for several months after a tummy tuck. Continue to follow the advice of your surgeon and discuss your concerns along the way.
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January 11, 2022
Answer: Abdomen You are still early in the healing phase and still have swelling which will go away. Do be checked to make sure you do not have excess fluid causing the swelling. Also, wear your compression garment.
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January 11, 2022
Answer: Abdomen You are still early in the healing phase and still have swelling which will go away. Do be checked to make sure you do not have excess fluid causing the swelling. Also, wear your compression garment.
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November 29, 2019
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August 10, 2019
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June 5, 2019
Answer: 6 weeks post-op. I have overhang after mini tummy tuck. Will it go away? Hello. Great question. You mentioned that 2 weeks post-op your abdomen was flat and now its overhanging. I will say it is most likely swelling or it might be fluid collection. Please follow up with your surgeon as he knows you best. If concerns persist, please consult with a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed examination.
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June 5, 2019
Answer: 6 weeks post-op. I have overhang after mini tummy tuck. Will it go away? Hello. Great question. You mentioned that 2 weeks post-op your abdomen was flat and now its overhanging. I will say it is most likely swelling or it might be fluid collection. Please follow up with your surgeon as he knows you best. If concerns persist, please consult with a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed examination.
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