I developed a vertical bulge above my belly button after two c sections more than 10 years ago. The bulge is about 0.5 cm wide and 4 cm long, in the strange shape of a surgical cannula. No procedure was done in the region except for c sections. I don’t have diastasis recti per my OBGYN doctor. What could have caused this bulge (a surgical cannula at the c section time?)? Can it be fixed? Thanks.
Answer: Vertical bulge above my belly button & how can it be fixed? Such changes in this area can be expected from recti diathesis post pregnancy. These can be improved with either liposuction to the area or by fat transfer ti improve the contour deformity. You dont need a full tummy tuck to correct this contour deformity.
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Answer: Vertical bulge above my belly button & how can it be fixed? Such changes in this area can be expected from recti diathesis post pregnancy. These can be improved with either liposuction to the area or by fat transfer ti improve the contour deformity. You dont need a full tummy tuck to correct this contour deformity.
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December 9, 2022
Answer: Tummy tuck thigh lift mastopexy arm lift buttock augmentation buttock lift bodylift exper Thank you for your question regarding a strange vertical bulge in the shape of a surgical cannula above your belly button, period. I am unsure what this defect caused since I don't perform C sections. I would suggest treating this with liposuction by removing fat around this defect area. This area can be camouflaged. A tummy tuck is too radical to treat this condition which can probably be corrected with liposuction. Thank you for your question regarding a prominent surgical bulge shaped like a cannula.
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December 9, 2022
Answer: Tummy tuck thigh lift mastopexy arm lift buttock augmentation buttock lift bodylift exper Thank you for your question regarding a strange vertical bulge in the shape of a surgical cannula above your belly button, period. I am unsure what this defect caused since I don't perform C sections. I would suggest treating this with liposuction by removing fat around this defect area. This area can be camouflaged. A tummy tuck is too radical to treat this condition which can probably be corrected with liposuction. Thank you for your question regarding a prominent surgical bulge shaped like a cannula.
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September 21, 2022
Answer: Vertical bulge above my belly button & how can it be fixed? Hello @Original841687, thank you for your question. This is an area of different shapes at a muscular level. In the case that you did not undergo a Liposculpture, but the form of the bulge has a canula shape, it may be due to muscle separation. If you are considering a breast explantation, consultation with a plastic surgeon who is experienced in this procedure is essential to ensure optimal results. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.
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September 21, 2022
Answer: Vertical bulge above my belly button & how can it be fixed? Hello @Original841687, thank you for your question. This is an area of different shapes at a muscular level. In the case that you did not undergo a Liposculpture, but the form of the bulge has a canula shape, it may be due to muscle separation. If you are considering a breast explantation, consultation with a plastic surgeon who is experienced in this procedure is essential to ensure optimal results. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.
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September 20, 2022
Answer: Vertical bulge It's hard to say what would cause the vertical bulge that's demonstrated in your photos. It's unlikely that it is directly related to instrumentation from your c-section. It could possible a contour irregularity comprised of fat or maybe scar tissue. I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you for an evaluation.
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September 20, 2022
Answer: Vertical bulge It's hard to say what would cause the vertical bulge that's demonstrated in your photos. It's unlikely that it is directly related to instrumentation from your c-section. It could possible a contour irregularity comprised of fat or maybe scar tissue. I encourage you to visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you for an evaluation.
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September 19, 2022
Answer: Abdominal contour irregularity after C-section There wouldn't be a cannula or any other instrument used in the upper abdomen with a C-section. If it isn't a diastasis then it is just an irregularity of the subcutaneous fat. See a plastic surgeon for options.
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September 19, 2022
Answer: Abdominal contour irregularity after C-section There wouldn't be a cannula or any other instrument used in the upper abdomen with a C-section. If it isn't a diastasis then it is just an irregularity of the subcutaneous fat. See a plastic surgeon for options.
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