Can an Overtightened Tummy Tuck be reversed?

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I had an extended tummy tuck 18 months ago and the feeling of tightness and pulling has never gone away like I read it should by now. It's extremely uncomfortable and left me hunchbacked because I can't stand straight up as it feels like I don't have enough skin anymore to do so. I also have never regained feeling in my abdomen. It's all made my lower back pain worse as it has to compensate. I have read this is not the norm and want to know what can be done to fix it. Thanks

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Generous685230,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You will have permanent numbness in the lower center abdomen since the sensory nerves were cut. This is normal and expected. You might try gaining weight to gently stretch out all your tissue, including your muscles, and then losing weight to keep some additional tissue.

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