I am 9 weeks post op, I have developed swelling, to stomach area and on one side where my flank lipo was? At 5-6 weeks post op my stomach was totally flat with clearly defined slim waistline, I started to do gentle excersise (squats and walking) not sure if this has caused the problem ?tummy feels very bloated, taught and swollen? I had a seroma drained at 3 weeks post op. I am concerned that I may need revision or that the surgeon hasnt stitched muscles enough?
October 5, 2015
Answer: Swelling and pain 9 weeks after a tummy tuck Without actually seeing you, it's really tough to know what is causing your swelling. Since you mentioned that you did have a seroma drained early on, I would suspect that this could be causing you trouble again. But there also could be several other issues which can mimic this, as well.As the previous Plastic Surgeon's suggested, I would also suggest that you go back and see your initial surgeon and have them identify what is going on. Since he/she did the surgery, this would really be the best person to evaluate you.I hope this helps and wish you the very best!
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October 5, 2015
Answer: Swelling and pain 9 weeks after a tummy tuck Without actually seeing you, it's really tough to know what is causing your swelling. Since you mentioned that you did have a seroma drained early on, I would suspect that this could be causing you trouble again. But there also could be several other issues which can mimic this, as well.As the previous Plastic Surgeon's suggested, I would also suggest that you go back and see your initial surgeon and have them identify what is going on. Since he/she did the surgery, this would really be the best person to evaluate you.I hope this helps and wish you the very best!
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October 5, 2015
Answer: Swelling after mommy makeover Thank you for your question but it is difficult to assess your problem without a picture. I would advise you to contact your surgeon and go in for an exam. If there is suspicion for a fluid collection then an ultrasound may be needed. If the muscles were not tightened enough then you would not have looked "totally flat" at 5-6 wks. postop. You may have another seroma.
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October 5, 2015
Answer: Swelling after mommy makeover Thank you for your question but it is difficult to assess your problem without a picture. I would advise you to contact your surgeon and go in for an exam. If there is suspicion for a fluid collection then an ultrasound may be needed. If the muscles were not tightened enough then you would not have looked "totally flat" at 5-6 wks. postop. You may have another seroma.
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