3 Weeks Post-Op Tummy Tuck and I Have Gained 5lbs - Is This Normal?

It is normal to be up a few pounds after a tummy tuck.  The body will retain fluid as a normal response after trauma.  It may take a few weeks to get back to normal.  Be sure and stay in contact with your plastic surgeon.  Sometimes patients will have a focal fluid collection, (seroma), that might have to be addressed.

IT is very common to gain weight in the early post-operative period due to fluid retention associated with third spacing especially if liposuction is performed.  In rare instances diuretics are required. Make sure that you do not have a seroma or are wearing your compression garment improperly which can contribute to increased abdominal girth. It amy take 3-9 months for the selling to completely resolve.