Swelling Post Panniculectomy? (photo)

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I had a panniculectomy done by a general surgeon. They only removed about 2 inches of loose skin from previous pregnancies. I am bruised from my belly button to midway down my thighs. My belly is so swollen below the belly button it protrudes out as if I am pregnant. It is hard like a rock. He says its a hematoma and will eventually reabsorb into my body. It has now been two weeks and it is not getting any better whatsover. Is this normal? Will I ever have a flat stomach?

Mariam Awada, MD, FACS · Answer

Compression therapy underneath a body garment may be a possible evacuation of the hematoma / seroma. You may need your board certified plastic surgeon to physically remove the seroma/hematoma via syringe extraction. I recommend you see your surgeon as soon as possible.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Compression therapy and possible evacuation of the hematoma / seroma may be indicated with the degree of swelling that exists. I would discuss your concerns with your surgeon. Raffy Karamanoukian, Los Angeles

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