I Had a Tummy Tuck with Lipo of my Inner Thighs and Flanks 12 Days Ago. Is It Normal to Be Extrememly Hungry After Surgery?

September 30, 2013
Asked By:RSMember1899

Hi! I had a tummy tuck with lipo of my inner thighs, flanks and back 12 days ago. I had lap band surgery 4 years ago and lost over 100 pounds. For the past 3 or 4 days I have been excruciatingly hungry. I'm trying to fill up on protein shakes, veggies and drink lots of water but I still end up feeling like i'm going to pass out/need food now almost immediately after eating. Is this normal after having this procedure?I just am worried because i don't want to gain weight while in recovery. Thanks!

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