Tightness Above my Belly Button?

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After my tt on Oct 1,2013, I was feeling good. After the first full week. I started feeling a tightness just above my belly button, in my mid-section. Makes me feel like I can not stand up straight. If I stand for any length of time, my back starts to hurt?

Tripti Burt, MD · Answer

Tightness afterwards is normal with tummy tuck surgery.  Ambulating, lymphatic massage, and compression garments are all meant to expedite the recovery process along with good old-fashioned time.

Jourdan Gottlieb, MD · Answer

It is usual to  have tightness after a properly executed tummy tuck. Speak with your surgeon to describe the symptoms in more detail. Usually some stretching exercises will be suggested to speed up your recovery. 

	All the best.

Lewis Ladocsi, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi coleshe.  It is common to experience tightness after a tummy tuck, especially after you increase your activity level.  If you are concerned, I suggest you speak with your placet surgeon.

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