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I would recommend getting the hernia repaired (herniorrhaphy) prior to umbilical piercing. it would othervise be possible to damage the hernai dack,
It is not a good idea to pierce your belly button if you have an umbilical hernia. You don't say.... How long ago was the tummy tuck? Was the hernia there before the surgery? Has a doctor diagnosed the hernia? Aside from the hernia concern, if there is a scar around your navel a piercing is less likely to be successful because the scar tissue is not as strong as unscarred tissue. I have seen the metal erode outward through the skin and have to be removed. A body piercer told me he doesn't recommend navel piercing after an abdominoplasty for this reason, but I have seen it work, too.
It is totally normal to still have numbness and swelling for 3-4 months after a tummy-tuck and liposuction. Just be patient, continue to wear some sort of compression garment, and the swelling/ numbness will resolve on its on.
Thanks for the question. 2-4 months is enough time to get a piercing. Then, if you talk to your surgeon and get approval, there is no obstacle to having a piercing. I wish you all the best.
As a general guide it takes about two weeks before you can straighten up due to the significant abdominal tightness. Therefore, you shouldn't even consider driving for the first two weeks. After two weeks, being guided by your body and how mobile you are.. If you feel safe to get...
