Is the Feeling of Movement in Your Stomach After a TT Normal?

Many patients complain of strange feelings or sounds coming from the abdomen shortly after in abdominoplasty. As swelling subsides these will become less frequent and less intense eventually stopping altogether.

You didn't mention if you have a drain or drains, but you have had a big operation that involves skin flaps and potential spaces that can collect blood and serum. Even if you have drain(s), clogging could prevent proper function, allowing fluid (hemotoma or seroma) to collect.

This is not an emergency, but fluid prevents the tissue layers from adhering and healing properly, and if allowed to persist, may require reoperation to remove the seroma cavity lining (pseudobursectomy). So I always consider undrained fluid an "urgency," not an emergency. But once identified as such, get it drained ASAP!

You need to see your surgeon promptly and have this checked. If fluid is present draining it is a very minimal deal and non-painful. Call today! Best wishes! Dr. Tholen

Yes, feeling movement or sensations in your stomach after a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) can be normal. This can occur as your body heals and adjusts to the changes made during the surgery. Here are a few reasons you might experience these sensations:
1. Healing Process: As your internal tissues and muscles heal, you might feel tingling, pulling, or shifting sensations.
2. Swelling: Post-surgery swelling can create a sensation of movement or pressure.
3. Nerve Regrowth: Nerves that were cut or stretched during surgery might regenerate, leading to unusual sensations.
4. Fluid Accumulation: Sometimes, fluid can collect in the surgical area, which might cause a feeling of movement.
If the sensations are accompanied by severe pain, swelling, or other concerning symptoms, it's important to contact your plastic surgeon to rule out any complications.