17 days post op Tummy Tuck, why is my stomach swollen and hard?

Although uncommon, permanent numbness can occur after tummy tuck surgery, especially in the lower mid line area between the scar and belly button. After 10 months there can be some improvement but it is doubtful. In most cases there is some sensation present, just not the normal pre-surgical...

Of course, this scar can be excised. It would be a minor cosmetic procedure so it won't take long.Look for a plastic board certified plastic surgeon

It's better to have this checked out by your surgeon, as it would be difficult to say what this could be without an examination. It could be a seroma that may need to be drained.

Yes, you can have a bra line or upper back lift and a tummy tuck or abdominoplasty performed at the same time. Technically, I would perform the bra line or upper back lift first then flip you over and perform the abdominoplasty; this way there is not too much tension on the abdomen....

Thank you for your pictures and question.Congratulations on your tummy tuck! Comparing preop to postop, you have a great result. Your scars appear flat and your belly button looks good. It appears that all of the tissue between your panty line and belly button was removed. A tummy tuck will not...