Can Swelling After Tumy Tuck Be the Cause of Weight Gain?

Some of the weight gain may be from fluid but 7 pounds seems like a lot. Swelling is not uncommon after a tummy tuck and typically lasts quite a while. 80% has resolved by 3 months and the rest takes up to a year to resolve. You have to be patient with the healing process.Enjoy your new look!Sheila Nazarian

The retained fluid adds to your weight, so it's best not to weigh yourself until all that swelling is gone. It can take a few months, although the majority of it will be gone in a few weeks. If you are excessively swollen at the end of the day, you may want to consider slowing down your physical activity. A compression garment can also help, but ask your surgeon for their advice.