I had tummy tuck with muscle repair on the 29th oct 2014 (10 weeks po) and as I was waking up this morning I stretched and felt a pop/twang feeling it hurt a little but nothing major more uncomfortable for a second or two on my right side I now have a very small red purple pimple type bruise in my belly button. Could I of torn a stitch ? And what would be the damage at this stage of so ? my stomach feels less tight and not pulling like it was ..I'll try to add a picture. Thankyou in advance.
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Thank you for your question. For safety reasons, to be a good candidate for the procedures you want at the same time, your labs and cardiovascular and pulmonologist preoperative evaluation must be optimal. I would suggest to be treated by board certificated plastic surgeon with experience in t...
Yes it is possible for a seroma (or hematoma for that matter) to occur with drains in place. As the tissues heal, the areas in contact with the drains can become separated from other areas and these areas can collect fluid. These can usually be tapped easily in the office. Contact your surgeon.
If you did not have a circumferential tummy tuck or liposuction to the buttock area then the flatness that is concerning you should be temporary. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon so that you can feel comfortable and confident in your recovery.