I am 9 weeks post op and have swelling after exercising, do I need to stop working out?

Your experience is not uncommon and is part of the healing process.  Because the veins and lymphatic channels were disrupted during surgery, it will take some time for new connections to be established and for the lymph drainage to find these pathways.  Most of the time patients experience swelling a few inches above the incision as tissue fluid can't move downward.  It's similar to standing all day and having your feet swell at the end of the day.  It can take 3-4 months to resolve so be patient and be sure and see your surgeon if you feel anything is really amiss in your recovery.  Getting back to exercising is important, but do so cautiously and gradually.

Thank you prabha1985 for your question and congratulations on your surgery.  I would recommend slowing down the exercising.  I typically recommend no exercise for 4-6 weeks and then slowly getting back into routine.  I would also recommend a follow up appointment with your surgeon to be examined and see what he or she recommend.  Best of luck to you during your recovery. 

Swelling after tummy tuck and exercise is normal. You should seek your plastic surgeon’s advice after an exam. Good luck! Dr. Aldo