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Is Having Fat Upper Stomach With Sore Navel Post Mini Tummy Tuck Normal?
had a mini tummy tuck 9weeks ago , my tummy above my navel is like a big fat donut and my navel is very sore and painfull.why is that and I am not happy with the big fat lump on top of my belly .please help very depressed and up set with the result. I think I should have nad a full tummy tuck. Please help. thxs.
Tue, 2 May 2023
Hi,
It is not uncommon to experience swelling and discomfort after a tummy tuck procedure, especially in the first few weeks. However, if you are experiencing persistent pain and swelling above your navel and your navel itself is sore, it is important to follow up with your surgeon to determine if there is an underlying issue that needs to be addressed. The fat and swelling above your navel could be due to residual adipose tissue or fluid accumulation, which may require additional treatment or a revision procedure.
It is important to keep in mind that a mini tummy tuck is designed to address excess skin and fat in the lower abdominal area alone, whereas a full tummy tuck is to manage excess skin and fat in the upper and lower abdominal areas. If you are not happy with the results of your mini tummy tuck, you may want to discuss the option of a revision procedure with your surgeon. However, it is important to wait until you have fully healed from your initial procedure before considering any additional surgery.
In the meantime, it is important to follow your surgeon's post-operative instructions and to take care of yourself during the recovery process. This may include wearing compression garments, avoiding strenuous activity, and maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
It is not uncommon to experience swelling and discomfort after a tummy tuck procedure, especially in the first few weeks. However, if you are experiencing persistent pain and swelling above your navel and your navel itself is sore, it is important to follow up with your surgeon to determine if there is an underlying issue that needs to be addressed. The fat and swelling above your navel could be due to residual adipose tissue or fluid accumulation, which may require additional treatment or a revision procedure.
It is important to keep in mind that a mini tummy tuck is designed to address excess skin and fat in the lower abdominal area alone, whereas a full tummy tuck is to manage excess skin and fat in the upper and lower abdominal areas. If you are not happy with the results of your mini tummy tuck, you may want to discuss the option of a revision procedure with your surgeon. However, it is important to wait until you have fully healed from your initial procedure before considering any additional surgery.
In the meantime, it is important to follow your surgeon's post-operative instructions and to take care of yourself during the recovery process. This may include wearing compression garments, avoiding strenuous activity, and maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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