How to know if I have "popped" a suture after tummy tuck?

Dear Pendie,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS  Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery   Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

A tummy tuck can be done for you and will remove part of he old scar.  However there will be a new scar across the lower abdomen.  I think it will improve the appearance considerably but only you can determine if it is worth the additional scar involved.

If both of these conditions are being controlled with medication prescribed by your PCP or gastroenterologist, you should be able to receive clearance for a TT.  Otherwise, see a general surgeon to address these problems prior to scheduling a TT.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic Su...

Dear ab297435,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS  Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery   Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

Some swelling of the umbilicus is normal, but if you had a previous "outie" you may have had a hernia in the belly button area. Make sure you discuss the swelling with your surgeon and have him explain to you exactly what is going on. If it does not go away in 2 more weeks then it is not just...

Thanks for the question. Generally, most patients can fly within 2 to 4 weeks after Tummy Tuck surgery. However, car or airplane travel should be avoided to prevent the risk of blood clots in the legs. I wish you all the best.