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7 weeks post op - I feel good, still feel sore on my tummy but doesn't hurt - Voorhees, NJ
UPDATED FROM Erinbraz
3 months post
7 weeks post op
Just a quick update. I'm 7 weeks tomorrow. I feel good, still feel sore on my tummy but doesn't hurt. I have been waking up super flat then swollen by end of day. About a week ago my stomach was really swollen above my bb and I was all freaked out my muscle repair was coming undone lol that has settled down. Also since day 1 after surgery there was a spot on my incision that just would not flatten out and I thought for sure I'd need a revision but its completely looking normal now! I'm excited about that. I haven't started excercising bc I can't deal with walking like a turtle on the treadmill and not even breaking a sweat. I go back to doc tomorrow and hopefully I'll get the ok to workout out "for real" lol This is still the best decision I have EVER MADE!! I love my results! For Anyone going back and forth about a decision I'd say DO IT!!!! You'll love it!! : ) (my belly button is really pink around the outside but I just started using scar gaurd)
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UPDATED FROM Erinbraz
3 months post
upper ab swelling
im 5 weeks post op and my upper abs are so swollen. (I think its swelling) I know swelling lasts for months but I never had swelling in upper abdomen. im worried my muscle repair is coming undone or something? lol Can anyone ease my mind?! : (
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Not a doc, but absolutely normal in my opinion. I had my Tt march 7th, and the majority if swelling has always been above the bb. It still happens after meals, mostly dinner or anything high in sodium. It is a long recovery, and swelling can last upto a year or more. I wouldn't be to concerned if you are not in any unusual pain or discomfort and you are not running a fever. You look great, just be patient and listen to your body. Happy healing!!
Thanks Crystal!
That seems to be where all my bloating, full from eating, gas etc seems to go since my lower abs are pulled tight. Especially before I start my period. Any chance your starting?
Actually I do have my period right now. Lol maybe that's it?
Hi, I am 10 month out from my tummy tuck and in the evenings I still swell around my front ribs, some days are better than others, my scar looks great, and most people do not notice the swelling, I still look better than I did even when I swell!
Thanks Karina! I have been eating a little better and have noticed a little difference in the swelling. I think if I lose a little weight that will help too : )
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