I still have significant swelling and hardness 5 months post tummy tuck, wore compression garment for 4 months. Swelling is painful and tender to the touch
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Did you have muscle repair done with your tummy tuck? If not, that could contribute to less than optimal results. It could be residual swelling, although most patients do not experience regular swelling at five months post op. Review your before/after photos with your surgeon for further...
Safety is always the number one priority in surgery, however having a complicated medical history does not necessarily exclude you from being a candidate for a tummy tuck. Getting medical clearance from your specialists is a good place to begin. You can expect that if you are deemed a...
From your description, I think it is unlikely that you harmed the muscle repair. It could be some muscle pain from strain or spasm. Some pain at this point after surgery is to be expected. If your symptoms worsen or if you remain concerned, just see your surgeon. Best of luck.
