Why is There a Lump Line in my Upper Abdomen? (Photo)

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I hope the photo I am posting can show it. There is a bump/line in the photo on the left side near the belly button going upwards towards my ribs. I am 5 weeks post op full tummy tuck, and in that area in specific certain bends and twisting of my body makes it shoot a sharp pain. Sometimes it just shoots a pain when that area has any pressure on it. What could it be and or it's cause? In addition, the skin seems loose around the button, would this firm up soon or will I need a revision?

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

You are very early in the recovery process and as the swelling subsides, your results will change.  You will see your final results many months down the line.

	It is difficult to see what you are describing in the photo posted but I recommend that you keep your follow up appointments with your surgeon so that he/she can determine if recovery is going as it should be.

	Best wishes.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Their number of things that could cause the issue presented the photograph. Most will resolve with no treatment. A small seroma can be aspirated in the office.

Terrence Scamp, MBBS, FRACS · Answer

Hello there

	I think this is just a line of tension from the tightening of skin and muscle wall during the surgery . You are very early after surgery and these things usually resolve over the next few months .

	You have fairly severe stretch marks in the skin around the belly button . A stretch mark is a rupture in the dermis , the elastic layer of the skin . As such the skin doesn't have normal elasticity and doesn't shrink back as quickly or as well . However you are so early post-surgery that you have an excellent chance of further improvement .

	Cheers

	Terrence Scamp

Juan A. Ortiz, MD · Answer

More than likely, this is still some swelling. Everyone's body is going to respond differently, so just keep in mind it is probably just normal for you.You still have plenty of healing to do though, so be sure to consult with your surgeon during the process of any concerns you have to insure that everything is going as it should. As long as you always follow the advice of your surgeon, you’ll insure the best results possible. – Dr. Ortiz

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Posted photo does not demonstrate the issue you are posting about! Best to seek IN PERSON second opinions.

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