Abdominal Bulge - Is this a failed muscle repair or possibly a hernia formation? (Photos)

May 7, 2025
Asked By:Witty919277 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

I had an extended tummy tuck with muscle repair, lipo (back and flanks), and BBL 7 months ago. I have been pretty flat after the surgery up until 2 months ago. I did start to gain weight (15lbs) and I just restarted my GLP1. I have not done any exercise since before surgery. About 2 months ago, I started noticing an abdominal bulge, particularly on the left upper abdomen. I feel mild pain as well. I did not have this pain before noticing the bulge. It is not reproducible with palpitation. I only really feel it when I lay on my abdomen at night or when I stretch. My whole upper abdomen feels and looks like it's bulging but you can see it more on the left. Is this a failed muscle or possibly a hernia formation?

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Answers (2)

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May 14, 2025

Answer: Bulge

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Bulge

Camille Cash, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
May 9, 2025

Answer: Abdominal core exercises or repeat tummy tuck with mesh reinforcement

Gary M. Horndeski, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
May 9, 2025

Answer: Abdominal core exercises or repeat tummy tuck with mesh reinforcement

Gary M. Horndeski, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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