hello and how are you today? I just have a quick question. I am currently 10 more pounds than I was before I went in! Is this normal? also I have a little puffiness above my incision is that normal as well? I see so many photos of women looking really flat and more curvy at my point of post. Just need to hear that everything's going to be okay or not! My doctors appointment isn't for another 2 weeks and I'm being very impatient lol! I have attached photos. Thank you
Answer: Swell hell! I am currently 10 more pounds than I was before I went in! Is this normal? As always, it is best to be seen in person ( by your plastic surgeon) for precise diagnosis and treatment.Generally, abdominal wall "swelling" after tummy tuck may be related to: 1. Swelling in the soft tissues. This may take several months to resolve and may worsen with increased activity or at the end of the day. Patience is required to allow for resolution of the swelling. The swelling occurs because of the interruption of venous and lymphatic channels that occurs during the tummy tuck operation. 2. Fluid accumulation in the space between the skin and the abdominal wall muscle. this may consist of blood ( hematoma) or serum (seroma). This fluid accumulation can generally be diagnosed by physical examination ( occasionally ultrasound may be helpful). Treatment consists of aspiration; several episodes of aspiration may be necessary. 3. Separation of the abdominal wall muscle repair may lead to a swelling/bulge appearance. This may be diagnosed on physical examination with your surgeon examining you in different bodily positions. One of the steps of a tummy tuck procedure involves reapproximation (plication) of the rectus muscles. These muscles have spread apart during pregnancy and/or weight gain. Bringing them together again in the midline helps to “tighten” the abdominal wall as well as to narrow the waistline. 4. Residual adipose tissue may be confused for swelling. Again this is most easily diagnosed by physical examination. Additional liposuction surgery maybe necessary to improve the results of surgery. Generally, it takes many months for swelling to resolve after tummy tuck surgery and it may take up to one year (or greater) a complete skin redraping to occur. I hope this helps.
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Answer: Swell hell! I am currently 10 more pounds than I was before I went in! Is this normal? As always, it is best to be seen in person ( by your plastic surgeon) for precise diagnosis and treatment.Generally, abdominal wall "swelling" after tummy tuck may be related to: 1. Swelling in the soft tissues. This may take several months to resolve and may worsen with increased activity or at the end of the day. Patience is required to allow for resolution of the swelling. The swelling occurs because of the interruption of venous and lymphatic channels that occurs during the tummy tuck operation. 2. Fluid accumulation in the space between the skin and the abdominal wall muscle. this may consist of blood ( hematoma) or serum (seroma). This fluid accumulation can generally be diagnosed by physical examination ( occasionally ultrasound may be helpful). Treatment consists of aspiration; several episodes of aspiration may be necessary. 3. Separation of the abdominal wall muscle repair may lead to a swelling/bulge appearance. This may be diagnosed on physical examination with your surgeon examining you in different bodily positions. One of the steps of a tummy tuck procedure involves reapproximation (plication) of the rectus muscles. These muscles have spread apart during pregnancy and/or weight gain. Bringing them together again in the midline helps to “tighten” the abdominal wall as well as to narrow the waistline. 4. Residual adipose tissue may be confused for swelling. Again this is most easily diagnosed by physical examination. Additional liposuction surgery maybe necessary to improve the results of surgery. Generally, it takes many months for swelling to resolve after tummy tuck surgery and it may take up to one year (or greater) a complete skin redraping to occur. I hope this helps.
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June 3, 2015
Answer: Weight Gain After Surgery Yes, it is common to temporarily gain 5-10 pounds right after a tummy tuck. This is due to swelling and the retaining of fluids. That being said, 10 pounds is a little on the high side. It is hard to say if your swelling is normal or not because we do not know when your operation was. Considerable swelling is very common, and although the majority of it usually goes down within 6 months, it can take a year for swelling to disappear completely. I recommend following up with your surgeon throughout your recovery to ensure that everything is healing normally and there is no fluid collection that is contributing to the swelling. Best regards.
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June 3, 2015
Answer: Weight Gain After Surgery Yes, it is common to temporarily gain 5-10 pounds right after a tummy tuck. This is due to swelling and the retaining of fluids. That being said, 10 pounds is a little on the high side. It is hard to say if your swelling is normal or not because we do not know when your operation was. Considerable swelling is very common, and although the majority of it usually goes down within 6 months, it can take a year for swelling to disappear completely. I recommend following up with your surgeon throughout your recovery to ensure that everything is healing normally and there is no fluid collection that is contributing to the swelling. Best regards.
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June 2, 2015
Answer: Weight gain after surgery. Your photos do not show any obvious problems and you appear to be healing well. Knowing exactly what you had done may shed more light on this issue. That said, swelling of the area above the incision is very common and may persist for weeks to months until it is finally resolved. This swelling is normal and can be greater in one person than another. See if you can get an earlier appointment with your surgeon just for a quick check, to be sure there is not a fluid collection and to set your mind at ease.
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June 2, 2015
Answer: Weight gain after surgery. Your photos do not show any obvious problems and you appear to be healing well. Knowing exactly what you had done may shed more light on this issue. That said, swelling of the area above the incision is very common and may persist for weeks to months until it is finally resolved. This swelling is normal and can be greater in one person than another. See if you can get an earlier appointment with your surgeon just for a quick check, to be sure there is not a fluid collection and to set your mind at ease.
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May 30, 2018
Answer: Swelling After Tummy Tuck After a tummy tuck it is expected that your abdomen will be swollen for many weeks, sometimes even months.The last area that swelling tends to be noticeable, as you mention, is just above the incision. Eventually, this swelling will resolve as well.What we don't know is when your operation was!But from the photos you've provided, everything appears to be healing up just fine. It is common to weigh more than you did prior to your tummy tuck, because your body holds on to fluid for awhile before returning to its normal state. Definitely discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon, but remember that time is your friend with regards to healing up after a tummy tuck, and in a few months, your weight will likely be back to normal, and you'll be very pleased with your results.
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May 30, 2018
Answer: Swelling After Tummy Tuck After a tummy tuck it is expected that your abdomen will be swollen for many weeks, sometimes even months.The last area that swelling tends to be noticeable, as you mention, is just above the incision. Eventually, this swelling will resolve as well.What we don't know is when your operation was!But from the photos you've provided, everything appears to be healing up just fine. It is common to weigh more than you did prior to your tummy tuck, because your body holds on to fluid for awhile before returning to its normal state. Definitely discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon, but remember that time is your friend with regards to healing up after a tummy tuck, and in a few months, your weight will likely be back to normal, and you'll be very pleased with your results.
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Answer: Swelling is normal... It is absolutely normal to be swollen after a procedure like a tummy tuck, Your body has just gone through a major surgery and needs to recover. You can expect some swelling typically for about 4-6 months. Always follow your doctors instructions when it comes to the post op care.
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Answer: Swelling is normal... It is absolutely normal to be swollen after a procedure like a tummy tuck, Your body has just gone through a major surgery and needs to recover. You can expect some swelling typically for about 4-6 months. Always follow your doctors instructions when it comes to the post op care.
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