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How long after a Tummy Tuck until you can soak in water?

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Hi,I am 5 weeks post TT now and I remember that at the consultation the surgeon mentioned no soaking in water for a period afterwards as it would stretch the scar.  I am wondering when I would be able to soak in the bath, or use a hot tub/swimming pool.  I've googled about the scar stretching, but nothing comes up. I'd hate to ruin what is a really neat scar, but I'm not due to see my surgeon again for ages to ask him.

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