Will "Roll" Above Mini-tummy Tuck Scar Flatten Out?

March 2, 2009
Asked By:ginalynne in MA

I had a mini tummy tuck about 2 1/2 weeks ago. Just above the scar, there seems to be a 'roll' the length of the scar. Is this normal? If so, how long before it flattens out?

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