About 2 days after my drains were removed I developed a hard knot like golf ball size above my incision on my right hip. It’s got bigger within 24 hours and turned purple/green. It stopped getting bigger and is currently about the size of my fist. It’s sore to the touch. It makes me look lopsided on that hip. The dr said he could have hit a blood vessel when he pulled my drain out which bled and clotted. He says it will dissolve on its own. 16dpo and no change. Should I get a second opinion?
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August 6, 2019
Answer: 16 days post tummy tuck, could this be a hematoma/internal bruising? (Photos)
Yes blood vessels will regrow after surgery. Due to blood supply concerns it is not recommended to have liposuction of the abdomen at the same time as a tummy tuck. However it is safe to do so once fully healed from surgery. Generally you will want to wait 6-12 months after surgery to have...
By taking tissue from your lower abdominal area, the DIEP flap technique provides body contouring results similar to a TT. the DIEP flap preserves the abdominal muscles and allows you to maintain strength and muscle function in your abdomen. This also leads to a less painful and faster recovery....
Unfortunately, gaining and losing large amounts of weight can often lead to loose, sagging skin which cannot be tightened by diet and exercise. When loose skin is the only concern, a tummy tuck is a good solution because it removes the loose, hanging skin while also tightening the abdomen ...
