Imommy makeover on 1/28/22 and the drains were removed to early. I then had to have new drain put in that again was removed to early and had to be manually drained. Around 5-6 months post op I noticed a hardened area above my belly button. I am working on trying to get revision but the dr I went to is having a hard time determining what this is. He is thinking it’s a seroma could I have one after this long? Sometimes it more swollen then others.It’s between the abdominal wall and skin that moves
Answer: Seroma? It could be a seroma but an exam is needed to know for sure. An ultrasound can be done to determine if it is fluid if a physical exam isn't conclusive. If it isn't a seroma it could be scar tissue or potentially a fatty pocket.
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Answer: Seroma? It could be a seroma but an exam is needed to know for sure. An ultrasound can be done to determine if it is fluid if a physical exam isn't conclusive. If it isn't a seroma it could be scar tissue or potentially a fatty pocket.
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December 20, 2022
Answer: 11 months post mommy makeover, could hard area above belly button be a seroma this far out? Hello @Celebrated870650, thank you for your question and showing you pictures. There are several factors to consider, one of which is the surgical technique used. To develop a proper surgical plan, it is necessary to perform an ultrasound scan in order to determine what is occurring and to come up with a solution. The best course of action is to consult one or several board certified plastic surgeons for more information and options tailored specifically to your needs. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)
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December 20, 2022
Answer: 11 months post mommy makeover, could hard area above belly button be a seroma this far out? Hello @Celebrated870650, thank you for your question and showing you pictures. There are several factors to consider, one of which is the surgical technique used. To develop a proper surgical plan, it is necessary to perform an ultrasound scan in order to determine what is occurring and to come up with a solution. The best course of action is to consult one or several board certified plastic surgeons for more information and options tailored specifically to your needs. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)
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December 18, 2022
Answer: 11 months post mommy makeover Dear Celebrated870650,
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December 18, 2022
Answer: 11 months post mommy makeover Dear Celebrated870650,
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December 19, 2022
Answer: Seroma Ask you surgeon to do an ultrasound to see if you still have a seroma with fluid or if it is residual fat.
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December 19, 2022
Answer: Seroma Ask you surgeon to do an ultrasound to see if you still have a seroma with fluid or if it is residual fat.
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December 17, 2022
Answer: Seroma?, excess skin/fat?post TT…..? Great photos posted !
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December 17, 2022
Answer: Seroma?, excess skin/fat?post TT…..? Great photos posted !
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