7 weeks post tummy tuck, lipo and BBL. Is it too late to start wearing my back board to form that dent in my lower back? (Photo)

At six weeks post op you are still early in your recovery. I recommend waiting three to six months after surgery to allow swelling to resolve and give the tissues a chance to heal before considering further procedures. Once everything has settled if you are still concerned about the hip area...

Your last sentence is very concerning to me. You will need to see your surgeon or PCP and be very specific about your bowel habits. You do not want to risk an entrapped, strangulated bowel Or significant bowel obstruction.

Your photo is very suggestive of a seroma. The ER report could give specific information as to the volume. Though continuity of care is very important, I agree with many of the other respondents that you could ask your surgeon for a referral to a trusted colleague in Chicago for help. Best of luck.

I would find a local plastic surgeon, who will charge you for the consultation, to examine you in person and determine the need for an ultrasound/intervention. I would ask your plastic surgeon if they know anyone in the area you are currently. Good luck.

Hello dear!! Thanks for the question and provided information as well.  You are still early on the healing process, it can take up to 6 months to see your final results, so please be patient. At the stage you're in, this is very normal. If you have any concerns, I suggest you to follow up close...

Thank you very much for your question and photographs. It is not uncommon to have slight skin separation during the first few weeks after an abdominoplasty. That being said, from your picture, your incision looks red, showing signs of a potential infection or delayed wound healing. I recommend...