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Do I have abdominal wall separation from the muscle after tummy tuck? (Photo)

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At 6 wks I stopped wearing garment. I also had a breast reduction, lift & implant replacement with lipo. Since then my swelling is worse & hurts. Im 8 wks post op & a few days ago I got sick & was vomiting. Now I'm more swollen & very sore around my rib area. I'm worried I may have separation from the muscle. I saw my regular dr last wk & she said there was no fluid under the swelling. I've contacted my surgeon but not getting a call back. I've included photos for you to see. Thank you!

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