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Tummy Tuck Waist Indentation

Liz Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I am 7 weeks post op, wake up flat, swollen at night, still have pain in muscle area, very swollen in bottom. I wear compression garments and I see an indentation where my pants buckle yet don't buckle my pants. AWWW, so frustrated!!! Is this normal?  Tummy Tuck Forum Response 

12-05-2011

Recovery

Should I Get A Tummy Tuck At 70 Years Old?

Darby Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I had a tummy tuck 25 years ago and liposuction stomach 12 yrs. ago. My surgeon burns to make scar tissue to keep the liposuction stronger....Dr Sproule....would now like to have tummy tuck again and am a healthy 70 yrs. old. What do you think?  Tummy Tuck Forum Response 

12-04-2011

Good Candidate

Can't Stand Up Straight Or Take Long Walks 4 Weeks After Tummy Tuck

Brooke Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hello, my name is Brooke and I'm 30 who has had a tummy tuck 3 and a half weeks ago, along with liposuction. My question is, is it normal that I still can't stand straight or walk very long at all? Also I have a sharp pain on the inside of my left hip bone, can anyone tell me what that would be? Thanks  Tummy Tuck Forum Response 

12-04-2011

Pain

Pain In Stomach 11 Weeks After Tummy Tuck

Carmen Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I'm 11 weeks out from my full tummy tuck. My concern is if even after 11 weeks it's normal to feel some pain in my stomach muscle. It will feel like a spasm where I have to apply a little pressure with my hands or girdle. Is this normal and when will I be able to go a day not even thinking about the discomfort.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response 

12-03-2011

Pain

Excess Skin Around Belly Button

Ghada Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Good evening. Can i get informed please about how to get rid of the marks (excess of skin) around my belly button that i got after 2 cesariennes. I am very sporty since my childhood, so i practically workout regularly or a bit less. However i still have an excess of skin under my belly button and the scar is somehow chelodide. I thought about a tummy tuck but my vicinity doesn't encourage me to do so. Still i am bothered with the marks around my belly button and the flubby small stomach remaining after my second delivery. Thanks in advance for highlighting me regarding the step to make to feel much better, fit and happy.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response 

11-30-2011

Belly Button

Combining Epigasstric Hernia Surgery With Tummy Tuck

Maniza Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I have epigasstric hernia and need to have it surgically repaired. I have been suggested to have a tummy tuck done at the same time but I am terrified at the prospect of two things: the 3 hour operation and the accompanying anesthesia and the pain post the operation.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response 

11-25-2011

Hernia

Tummy Tuck Scar Treatment - Silicone Gel With Tape

Mike Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hi Tanner, I had a tummy tuck at the end of October and it was a pretty good experience (as far as discomfort, etc.). Like you, I didn't really have much pain outside of the sore abs - felt like I'd done about 1000 too many sit-ups). I didn't really need any pain meds outside of Aspirin and stopped taking that after the 3rd or 4th day. I didn't like the dizziness that the percocet gave me, so I opted out of using it. Its been about 4 weeks and my PS just gave me some silicone gel for the scar. She told me that the consensus from the medical field is silicone gel and tape over the scar (with tape creating heat on the scar which will aid in healing and scar reduction) are the only proven methods. I was wondering what kinds of treatments for scar reduction you've heard were successful or have you used. And how long have you heard its necessary to treat a scar with those methods to help reduce it? Thanks.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response 

11-25-2011

Scars

Open & Infected Wound 3 Years After Tummy Tuck?

Ketsalaphone Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I have tummy tuck done in 2008 , 6 month later I have problem incision around my belly see to increased redness and experience increased pain around the wound harness tissue around the belly an opening in the wound. Discharge of pus thick yellowish/ greenish liquid from the incision on my belly. I feeling tired and feel lack of energy, double vision, loss of appetite, headache, fever doesn't feel better. I keep going to emergency and doctor only give me a antibiotics (cellulitis, cephalexin) opening in the wound doesn't healing at all. Please help I'm tired to see leaking belly.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response - Ketsalaphone, I am not sure I understand. You had your tummy tuck over 3 years ago and you still have an open wound that is infected? Sorry, but the only thing I could suggest to you would be to seek medical attention from different doctors (specialists, not emergency room doctors). Tanner Follow-up Message - Yes I have tummy tuck over 3 year go and I still having an open wound. Thank you so much that help a lot.

11-22-2011

Infection

Need Hernia Repair & Tummy Tuck High Risk Surgery

Rusenda Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I am going for a hernia repair as well as a tummy tuck. I also had 2 more operations within this year, I was told that the hernia repair n tummy tuck would be dangerous. I was also a smoker and my doctor advised me to stop so I'm on tablets that has stopped me from smoking, but I am still afraid coz I'm not sure if I'll survive this operation because I have been smoking and my lungs are not as strong has it is supposed to be, I have 2 boys n a husband that I so dearly love I just want to get some advise on what I should do?  Tummy Tuck Forum Response 

11-21-2011

Hernia

Pain And Soreness 2 Weeks After Tummy Tuck With Liposuction

Gregg Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I had a tummy tuck on Nov. 7, 2011. I also had liposuction around the breast, and he said he tightened a lot of muscles. The long tummy tuck scar doesn't hardly hurt at all and he applied a long piece of breathable looking tape and said do nothing to it..  The upper body liposuction areas really are still sore and while I sleep ok getting use to my back, I am very sore in the AM and it takes about an hour for it to go down to a dull roar of pain..  Tummy Tuck Forum Response 

11-20-2011

Pain

67 Year Old woman Has Pain And Swelling 2 Months After Tummy Tuck

Jan Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum It's been 2 months since my tummy tuck. I am just now able to sleep without my binder on. I can't go during the day without it as I end up having pain and a lot of swelling. Is this usual... I'm 67 and thought maybe because I'm older it is taking longer to heal. I wasn't real large to begin with and just had the loose skin removed and my abs repaired. The skin just feels so tight from the swelling. I tried an ice pack and it helped some.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response 

11-20-2011

Swelling

Pain, Swelling And Gurgling Sounds 6 Weeks After Tummy Tuck

Marie Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hello I'm Marie' & I've just started to experience pain on my right hand sideline of round by my belly button ' I as six wk. post oP from having tummy tuck ' I still have swelling above my scar ' is this all normal ???? I have a lot Of gurgling noises in my stomach is this normal ' I have taken all the advice my surgeon gave me' & I'm still not lifting heave things ' please help as I'm worried . Thank you Marie  Tummy Tuck Forum Response 

11-19-2011

Swelling

Large Lump In Belly After Tummy Tuck

Michele Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hi, Tanner! I talked to you recently via email and you were very informative.. Did you ever experience a large lump of hardness in the lower abdomen (mines below the belly button)? It's about the size of a baseball. Do you think this is something that's normal to experience during recovery of a tummy tuck? The hardness distends my tummy out and is really upsetting me..   Tummy Tuck Forum Response 

11-16-2011

Seroma

Swollen & Look Pregnant 6 Months After Tummy Tuck

Jamie Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I had a tummy tuck about 6 months ago. I am worried because I am so swollen and look 4 months pregnant. I am swollen from under my chest and down it foofs out. I am also having a stabbing pain on my lower stomach near the scar. The more I work out and walk it hurts. Is this normal because I am worried something is wrong and my doctor says I'm fine. He isn't the nicest to me cause I had a lot of pain months after and told me it was in my head that he's never had a patient in that much pain after 2 months. Please let me know if the swelling this bad is normal after 6 months with pain Thank you so much.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response 

11-15-2011

Swelling

Lost 200 lbs. & Need A Tummy Tuck But It's Expensive

Mark Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Five or six years ago i lost almost 200lbs over a winter through diet n exercise, a couple of years ago my mother followed in my foot steps and did about the same, now we are both looking to get tummy tucks this winter, thoughts, its expense but sadden me, still feel over weigh at times, cant take my shirt off with confidence.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response - None.

11-15-2011

Costs

Did Belly Button Hurt After Tummy Tuck Surgery?

Michael Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Did your belly button hurt after the surgery! It looked very painful.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response - Michael, No, my belly button did not hurt at all after surgery. The whole area was numb for weeks and there was no pain at all. Tanner

11-14-2011

Belly Button

Stomach Not Flat After Tummy Tuck

Glenda Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hello, I am 9 days post op and have a few questions. One is my stomach is not flat after tummy tuck. i still have "paunchy areas" meaning i expected to be pulled so tight i could bounce a quarter off my stomach. Is this swelling? will it continually attach and tighten?   Tummy Tuck Forum Response 

11-14-2011

Swelling

Bloated & Tightness After Tummy Tuck

Kim Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I have & I still are experiencing this problem. I really feel a tightness around my belly button & I sometime through my back. I can't even drink 9oz of water without getting bloated. I fell like I want to tale a stick pin &I deflate my stomach. I want to go to a gastrointestinal doc but I'm fear I might cause further complications. What have u found out?  Tummy Tuck Forum Response - Kim, Why not go back to your surgeon and explain your symptoms to him/her? Your surgeon is the only one that can really giver you answers. Tanner  Follow-up: I did go back to him and he suggested that I see a gastro Md. I'm trying to set up an appoint now. Thank you for responding. Kim

11-14-2011

Swelling

Dead Black Skin After Tummy Tuck

Carla Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I had a liposuction and tummy tuck the same day. When I went back to the PS for my first visit, I thought I had a large bruise. Instead it was black and my doctor said it was dead skin cells. Now I need another surgery to get rid of this problem. I have heard of skin graphs to cover the hole they put in your tummy to cover what was cut out. Can you give me some idea of what they are going to do? I am 53 and weigh 135.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response - Carla, Sorry, but I don't know. I never had that problem and don't know anything about that kind of surgery. The best thing would be to call or go back to your surgeon for a full explanation. Good luck. Tanner

11-14-2011

Recovery

Intercourse After Tummy Tuck

Sara Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hi can u tell me when it maybe safe to have intercourse after a tummy tuck lol.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response - Sorry, you will have to ask your doctor about that one., Tanner

11-12-2011

Recovery

Infected Tummy Tuck Belly Button 3 Weeks After Surgery

Joy Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hello. I am currently 3 weeks post-op from having full tummy tuck. The main incision is healing nicely but due to a prior laparoscopic procedure, my circulation was compromised around belly button. Because of this the tissue of new belly button is ischemic and producing puss and pain. My PS put me on IV antibiotics and had me use silver mesh for a week. This was two weeks ago. There is no sign of healing and I'm afraid it will infect again. I'm usually a quick healer. How often do these open wounds re-infect? What more can I do to avoid re-infection other than washing it and changing dressings daily? My PS agrees it's unusual for tissue to take this long to "declare itself". Any advice is welcomed.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response 

11-09-2011

Belly Button

Tummy Tuck Belly Button Leaking Blood 4 Weeks After Surgery

Sara Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hi I had my tummy tuck 4 weeks ago, my belly button has just started leaking and a little blood around the edges is this dangerous and what do u think I can do, it was all fine till 3 days ago, strange, I'm a little scared now. Thanks.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

11-08-2011

Belly Button

19 Days After Surgery (Panniculectomy, Gynecomastia & Plication Surgery)

Mark Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hi Tanner - 19 days post surgery. Feeling better every day and swelling and bruising starting to subside. Saw the surgeon again today and the single tummy drain is still in...35cc per day last two days. Have another appointment for Tuesday - maybe? He drained my chest reduction area again - 65 cc left and 80 cc right. Less than half of Tuesday's amount. Even the surgeon is surprised by my fluid amounts, but says that it sometimes happens - lucky me. Otherwise, he is extremely pleased with my healing progress. I am convinced that you and I had a similar pre-surgery experience...my gym time of 90 minutes daily certainly made me handle the recovery better. Stopped at the gym this morning for the first time to see the gang and had absolutely NO desire to lift weights or get on the Stairmaster! I can wait a few more weeks! Told my surgeon all about your site and he was going to check it out so he can refer patients to it. Keep up the good work and help more people....you made a huge difference for me. Thanks.   Tummy Tuck Forum Response

11-04-2011

Surgical Drains

Lost Belly Button From Tummy Tuck

Drey Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hi Tanner, thanks for replying. I seen my surgeon and unfortunately I lost my bellybutton. I also got it infected and was put on antibiotics. I did not see my original surgeon since I got it done in Tijuana and had no one to take me, a local surgeon took my stitches out and it seems that it was too early, causing it to get lost. Now I need to wait till the infection goes away and heal in order for them to fix it. Word of advice-stitches can stay unto a month- sadly I learned too late.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response - Drey, I can't tell you what is "normal" or not but my belly button "redness" went away in about a week, never drained and never had an odor. The best thing would be is to check back with your surgeon and have him/her take a look at it. Ref Tummy Tuck Infection. Good luck. Tanner

Read Drey's First Message Below "Tummy Tuck Belly Button Is Red, It Drains & Has An Odor" Dated 10/27/2011

11-04-2011

Belly Button

Fleur De Lis Tummy Tuck with Liposuction & Hip Contouring

Amanda Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Fleur de lis with liposuction and hip contouring scheduled for 3 weeks from now. Please help I am in desperate need of any info or pictures. I am starting to get really nervous. I have lost over 200 lbs. due to the placement of a lap band in 2007, so I have about 20lbs of excess skin and fat deposits hanging off. I refer to it as my spare tire, it literally goes all around my body.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

11-02-2011

Fleur De Lis

Is It Safe To Fly 2 Days After A Tummy Tuck?

LG Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hi. I have an abdominoplasty booked for Nov 23rd. The flight home has to be arranged (Plus all the taxi rides, hanging round airports etc.). My surgeon says it should be ok to fly 2 days later on Nov 25th. I trust him, but is this, perhaps a bit over optimistic? Thank you.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

11-02-2011

Recovery

Full Tummy Tuck & Blood Clots

Korie Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I had clots from birth cintro, in 2005, I had a min tummy tuck a year ago, now I'm scheduled for a full tummy tuck, I want abdomen tightened in the upper area. I had no problems at all with the last surgery, does this mean I should be ok with this one, and shouldn't have to worry about clots. I took lovanox 2 weeks after surgery. Is a full tummy tuck comparable to a mini. I am 38 years old.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response - Sorry, but these questions can only be answered by your surgeon. Good luck, Tanner

11-01-2011

Blood Clots

2 Tummy Tuck Swelling 6 Weeks After Surgery

Twin Skin Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Tomorrow will be 6 weeks since my full tummy tuck. My concern and frustration is the feeling of swelling in my thighs hips and butt along with some swelling in my tummy. Is this normal? My waist has gone down about 5 inches, but my pants are all tight? any advice? Thanks for your help and any word of advice would be appreciated.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

11-01-2011

Swelling

2 Weeks After Surgery (Panniculectomy, Gynecomastia & Plication Surgery)

Mark Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hi Tanner - 2 weeks post surgery and still have one drain, about 50cc daily. Seeing surgeon for follow-up tomorrow. By far the most surprising part of the ordeal so far has been the post surgery bruising, swelling and fluid retention. Even the surgeon has been surprised at my reaction. Lucky me. Am hoping he manually drains me tomorrow. Otherwise not feeling too bad. Worked 1/2 day today and am bushed. More to follow. Thanks for your inspiration.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

11-01-2011

Recovery

Tummy Tuck Drain Tubing Leaking At Insertion Point

Linda Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hi! I just located this very informative site after goggling about my drain leaking at point of insertion. For about a day, a considerable amount of fluid has been "escaping: through the drain insertion hole. After reading all of your wonderfully helpful information, I decided to squeeze my drain tubing. Lo and behold, big clots and 45 cc's of fluid in bulb! I am 11 days post-op and so glad I made this decision. Thank you for providing me with some much needed assistance. It seems that doctors offices all too often "presume" that we know what to expect before, during and after recovery. With no previous experience of this sort, how can one always know what questions to ask? Thanks, again, to all that contributed.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

10-30-2011

Surgical Drains

Tummy Tuck Belly Button Is Red, It Drains & Has An Odor

Drey Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Had a tummy tuck almost 4 weeks ago, and my bellybutton is red, white, with an odor and still drains. Is this normal after 4 weeks?  Tummy Tuck Forum Response - I can't tell you what is "normal" or not but my belly button "redness" went away in about a week, never drained and never had an odor. The best thing would be is to check back with your surgeon and have him/her take a look at it. Tanner.  Ref Tummy Tuck Infection.

10-27-2011

Belly Button

3rd Week Of Recovery

Shannon Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Just wanted to say thanks for sharing your story and experience with your tummy tuck. I am in my 3rd week of recovery from mine. Mine was a result of my +11 lb. son stretching out my stomach. I'm 5'4" 125lbs, so he was a REALLY big baby for me. Your weight loss is such an accomplishment and you look to be in great physical shape now! Congratulations and keep up the good work! Thanks again for sharing!

10-27-2011

Recovery

48 Hours Post Surgery

Mark Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hi Tanner. 48 hours post surgery. Not too bad. Can't wait for the next few weeks to get over with..  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

10-20-2011

Recovery

Tummy Tuck Surgeon Won't Operate Because Of Existing Scars

Jackie Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I have a questions in regards to existing surgical scars. I am a 49 year old female who has three daughters, including a set of twins. I have gone for one consultation so far and am not sure if I was very happy with the doctor. As I have an old horizontal gall bladder scar next to my belly button, I was told by the surgeon, that he would not be able to do a full tummy tuck as when the skin would be pulled down, it would restrict the flow to this scar and could let the skin / scar die off, resulting in skin grafts etc. He was unwilling to do the surgery and ..  Read Response

10-17-2011

Good Candidate

Tummy Tuck Surgeon Removed Surgical Drains Too Soon?
Result: Bad Complications

Stephanie Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hello. I had a full tummy tuck August 18th, about 7 to 8 weeks ago. My Doctor pulled my drainage tube on day 6, & I was still draining over 100 cc's of blood, even with clots during this time. I asked him to leave the drainage tube in because I've read that you should wait until the fluid is yellowish, or clear, and is under 20 cc's. But, it was Labor Day weekend, and he was going out of town. So, he asked his nurse, IN FRONT OF ME, if she would be in town. She said no. So my Doctor pulled it. He said if he left it in longer than 6 days I could get an infection..  I ended up in the ER that Sat. They did a CT & told me that I NOW have a hernia, plus a serona that measured 20 cm by 14. The er doc told me it was the size of my entire stomach.. I was wondering if I could have something seriously wrong with me. Could I die from this? Do I have an infection?    Tummy Tuck Forum Response

10-11-2011

Surgical Drains

Flying After A Tummy Tuck

Amy Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I had a tummy tuck and had a trip planned for 6 weeks later and I flew and cruised with no problems!

10-10-2011

Recovery

Stomach Numbness 5 Years After Tummy Tuck

Rose Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I had a tummy tuck at age 60. I had a very bad scar from a previous surgery when I was 15. The doctor said the old scar was difficult to remove but it looked amazing when he finished.. 2nd thought. I am still pretty numb in the stomach area & I often itch under the skin & I'm not sure what this is from. My surgery was 5 yrs. ago. Do you know what is causing this?  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

10-07-2011

Recovery

Taking Antibiotics While Wearing Surgical Drains

Michele Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum This website is wonderful! I have peace of mind now. My surgeon isn't very nice, she made me cry in her office! I was very emotional a week after surgery and she told me to be a woman about it. Anyway, I am 6 weeks post op and still producing about 150cc. Do you happen to know if it's safe to wear the drain still while taking antibiotics? Thank you so much, this information was wonderful!  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

10-07-2011

Surgical Drains

Upcoming Panniculectomy, Gynecomastia & Plication surgery

Mark Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Tanner - thanks for starting the forum and website. My panniculectomy, gynecomastia and plication surgery is on 10-17. Dropped 100 lbs. and am now at 170 @ 54 years old. Your story was VERY helpful. Thanks so much.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

10-05-2011

Preparations

Tell Your Surgeon The Medicines That You Are Taking

Martina Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hello I am planning to have done the gastric bypass soon. Does the surgeon have to know all my medicines please let me know thanks.  Martina, Yes. Your surgeon and the anesthesiologist need to know all of the medications that you are taking. It is extremely important to tell them everything. The more they know about you, the safer your operation will be. Good luck. Tanner

09-30-2011

Preparations

Lump Below Belly Button After Tummy Tuck

Trisha Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I'm in my 5th week since my tummy tuck, and I have this hard cone looking area right below my belly bottom. It's not flat, and I'm concerned. It's very hard and protruding, is this normal?  Read Response

09-27-2011

Seroma

Tummy Tuck Still Draining Brownish Fluid After Two Weeks

Vicki Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum It's exactly 2 weeks now and I'm still draining 100cc in a 24hr. Is this something that I should be concerned about? What's coming out looks clear almost brownish in color. How long can a drainage stay in after a extended tummy?  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

09-25-2011

Surgical Drains

Tummy Tuck Fever & Chills

Shannon Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I had a tummy tuck on Sept. 13 and had drains removed yesterday. Last night I had a high fever and chills. I took Tylenol and drank lots of water and felt fine the next day. The isn't any oozing from drain sites and incision is healing well but the fever and chills have returned tonight?  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

09-23-2011

Infection

Man Trying To Decide Whether Or Not To Have A Tummy Tuck Operation

Mike Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hi and thanks for posting about your experience. Like many comments on here, there's not much web-space for men getting this surgery.. I am just not sure whether to go through with it. In some ways, I feel like getting rid of the skin will literally and emotionally release some of this. But then I also battle with the whole "I should accept myself and my body for what it is" and spend that money somewhere else. Plus, I try not to be a person that cares only about the physical, yet this seems to make me feel like I would. I have pretty mixed reactions when I ask family and friends. I've had some that support me but say that they love me how I am (even past girlfriends) while others say to do it if it will make me happier overall. I'm really torn about what to do and what my true motivation is.. Any advice would be greatly appreciated and thank you for providing all the details about your surgery.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

09-20-2011

Why Get One

Is There A Product That Removes Scars?

Eddie Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty ForumHey i just wanted to ask a question. my mom had a tummy tuck about 3 years ago and her scar hasn't gone away yet. it looks like a big black line across her bottom tummy, is there any product that i should buy her in order to remove her scar?  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

09-19-2011

Scars

Surgical Drains Still Draining Two Weeks After Tummy Tuck

Southpaw Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I had my tummy tuck on Sept 2, 2011 and each of my tow drains continues to put out over 25 cc of fluid in a 24 hour period. I'm very concerned of the amount of fluid still draining and if it's out of the ordinary. Am I doing something that can increase fluid production? I have been somewhat disappointed over my recovery because of the length the drains have been in. I also wanted to thank you for all the information that you have provided on your website. It has been very helpful.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

09-18-2011

Surgical Drains

Pus & Pain From Tummy Tuck Incision

Preeti Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I'm not wearing the compression garment for some time because I have a problem. There is some liquid or maybe puss coming out from one of the areas & I am under medicines but if I wear the compression garment it hurts me a lot & I have a lot of discomfort. Is there or will there be some problem because I have worn it for a month only & for last 10 days. I am not wearing it & will wear it once the injury is over. Please reply I am worried.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

09-17-2011

Recovery

Tummy Tuck Groin Swelling, Numbness & Bathroom Problems

Arturo Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I had my tummy tuck 3 days ago. Apparently all went well. I'm in absolutely no pain from the surgery. There are three things bothering me, though. First is a numbness at the left tight.. Also since the beginning of day 2 my groin was swelling a big deal but today it's pretty worse. My scrotum is almost black.. Finally, the first day I came home I went to the bathroom but couldn't urinate... Have any of you experienced something like this before?  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

09-12-2011

Swelling

Tummy Tuck Drain Tube Incision Area Won't Stop Draining

Karen Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I had a tummy tuck with one drain placed just above my pubic area May 24, 2011. Seven days post surgery I was admitted to the hospital with 4 PE's and 2 DVT's. The JP drain remained in place while I was hospitalized for 8 days (total time drain in place 15 days). Despite removal the drain/incision site continues to drain the pale golden fluid and it has been over three months since surgery. Although certainly odd my surgeon has indicated that it isn't anything to worry about after exploring the abdominal area with a needle. Why is this still draining and should anything be done?  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

09-04-2011

Surgical Drains

Tummy Tuck Surgery 6 Days Ago

Musa Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hello Tanner long time no talk...I just wanted to say thank you for all the information you gave me about having surgery and to tell you I got my abdomoplasty surgery 6 days ago and it went really well....I felt nervous going into it but after I woke up I felt pretty clear headed and of course, sore. I still feel the soreness and tightness in my stomach but of course I will for another 4-6 weeks. And I took my first shower today I have to say I felt as if the stomach would be more flatter but I realize it was just really swollen and it takes time to heal as I called my doctor and they told me to give it 4-6 weeks and it will look much different. I have my first post-op appt. in a couple days and just wanted to let you know how it went! and one question too did yours look a bit swollen in the begging and how long did it take yours to swell down? Thank you so much for all the info you gave me!  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

05-24-2011

Recovery

Tummy Tuck Pain

Sharon Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Pain 2 weeks after tummy tuck. Sharon, Sorry for the delay in responding to you. My computer's hard drive went belly up and it took me a little while to recover from it. Some pain after a tummy tuck is expected, but you don't say anything about the intensity or location of your pain. Since it has only been two weeks after your tummy tuck I would think that your are going to scheduled follow-up visits with your surgeon. I am sure he/she will address your pain concerns. Good luck. Tanner

04-11-2011

Pain

Back To Work One Week After Tummy Tuck

Melissa Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum IM THINKING OF HAVING A TUMMY TUCK BUT I CAN ONLY TAKE A WEEK OFF FROM WORK AND I DO A LOT OF BENDING DOWN. IS IT SAFE FOR ME TO RETURN THAT FAST?  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

03-30-2011

Recovery

Flying After A Tummy Tuck

Alexandra Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I�m planning on getting a tummy tuck done here in the US, but I have vacation planed 2 and 1/2 month later. How long after that will it be safe for me to travel in an airplane?  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

03-30-2011

Recovery

Tummy Tuck Sutures Coming Out Of Skin

Charis29 Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I had a tummy tuck 6 years ago and I've had sutures come out from my skin. Want to know if this is normal or if I need to address this? There is no pain but I can feel it tugging inside.  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

03-28-2011

Sutures/Stitches

Tummy Tuck In Bolivia

Samantha Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hi all, I have been wanting a tummy tuck for about 5 years (when I had my last child). It wasn�t a hard decision, but I just didn't have the money. I had my tummy tuck 3 weeks ago in Bolivia with MakeoverTravel and am SSSOOO happy I did. I'm still a little sore, but overall I feel great..  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

03-23-2011

Recovery

Driving After Tummy Tuck

Dianna Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum How long after tummy tuck surgery before you can drive? how long after surgery before you can wash your hair or been over?  Read Response

03-20-2011

Recovery

Lost 245 Lbs., Live In Hawaii And Needs A Tummy Tuck

John Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Aloha Tanner, Great job and great info, I am a 49 year old male who has lost 245 lbs., as you know lot of extra skin, I live on Maui so surgeon shopping is a bit tough, I have had two consultation's, first one was going to do a full tummy tuck with muscle tighten, with vertical and horizontal incision, plus skin reduction on chest, man boobs, cost 27K. Second would be a lower body lift tummy tuck just a horizontal incision, and he would do a bilateral mastectomy. same price might be a little less.. Read Response

03-06-2011

Fleur De Lis

Considering A Tummy Tuck But Has Many Questions

Chris Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hello there, I just came across your website today when I did a search for "drainage tubes after tummy tuck". I'm seriously considering this operation as well so I have many questions and I found your site to be very helpful. 10 years ago I lost 145 lbs. but I was not happy with all the sagging skin and it eventually took its toll on me emotionally and I gained every bit of the weight I had lost, back again. So 3 years ago I decided to lose the weight again, but in addition to modifying my diet I started exercising every day. I've kept the weight off this time..  Read Response

02-21-2011

FAQs

Tummy Tuck Belly Button Is Shrinking

Anastasia Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum My belly button is shrinking and looking smaller everyday, actually it looks like its going to close altogether, I had my Tummy Tuck 3 months ago, I'm afraid its not going to be normal looking, should I put something in it so it stays opened and normal looking like an earing in the ear hole?

01-18-2011

Belly Button

Tummy Tuck Seroma Developed After 3 Weeks

Jackie Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum My tummy tuck was 11/30, and seemed to go well. 3 weeks in I was afraid I had developed a seroma, and sure enough, I had. First aspiration was 250cc, second aspiration 4 days later was 150 cc, third aspiration a week later was 125 cc. I am now at 8 weeks, and surgeon will do no further aspirations, even though I'm clearly carrying more water in a pocket just below my belly button. She wants to do a 'wick drain' (which I'm fine with - I just want the fluid gone), but due to her vacation schedule, this procedure has to wait another 2 weeks. Would another surgeon, or my primary care physician be able to do this wick drain? or do I have to suck it up and wait for my plastic surgeon? Has anyone had a wick drain? Should I drastically limit physical activity until then? Is it possible for my seroma to get bigger during the two week wait? How long will it take for tissues to adhere to each other after the wick is in place? I'd sure appreciate some guidance.  Read Response

01-18-2011

Seroma

Tummy Tuck Insurance

Cassandra Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I Have question. My question is I have insurance thru the state and I have a disability (lupus) and I need a tummy tuck and breast lift. So Can I get my insurance to pay for these procedures?  Cassandra, Sorry to tell you this but from everything that I have read and heard (if you live in the U.S.) the answer is probably going to be No, but the only way to know for sure is to check with your insurance company. Good luck, Tanner

01-16-2011

Insurance

Swelling & Pain 9 Weeks After Tummy Tuck

Suzy Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I am 9 weeks post tummy tuck and breast reduction surgery. I'm looking and feeling much better but still have a lot of swelling and major internal muscle pain in the middle of my stomach. Is this normal? The muscles also become very fatigued after a normal day of activity. Please tell me if this is normal, how much longer it will last and has anyone else had the same issues.  Read Response

01-08-2011

Swelling

Where Does Surgery Drain Fluid Come From?

Adeline Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I had a domplasty when they only cut my skin off, and some fat. Why is it always filling up with fluid, and every 2 days my doctor drains a lot of fluid out, why is it doing that. Where is this fluid coming from?  Read Response

01-07-2011

Surgical Drains

Blood Clots After Liposuction

Lailat Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum Hi, I'm 28 years old I have done liposuction in one month a go, in two weeks after surgery I got blood clot and my surgeon he decide to remove some of blood and he give me compression garments, the problem is still I have blood clot one left side of stomach even in my hand now, I do practice a lot but still there, I'm not smoking and I'm not using any drugs, it will gone after sometime? and what is side effect?  Tummy Tuck Forum Response

01-06-2011

Blood Clots

Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) From A Tummy Tuck

Marianne Tummy Tuck Forum; Tummy Tuck Message Board, Abdominoplasty Forum I had a tummy tuck. 3 Days later one of the drains clogged up. The doctor took it out. One week later I had a horrendous case of Deep Vein Thrombosis and had to go to hell and back. I can't shake the suspicion that the clogged drain was already an indication of thrombosis building up.  Read Response

01-02-2011

Surgical Drains

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