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Unable To Have Flat Tummy After Appendix Operation. How To Get Rid Of Excess Fat?
ever since I've had my appendix I haven't had a flat tummy. I do exercise(running) but it isn't helping. it's embarrassing as other girls my age have flat stomach and I don't... my stomach is kinda flat at the bottom of my rib cage but where my scar is straight line is a line of fat going across... Is their anything I can do to get rid of it??
Mon, 13 Jan 2014
Hi im dr.hema physiotherapist.
You should start with low intensity exercises ,As soon as your body strength returns to normal conditions, you may increase the intensity over time.
It is normal to have extra bulk in your stomach after appendix surgery and if you crossed your healing process that is it may take 6 weeks , start with low intensity exercise like sitting and slowly lifting your legs so it is parallel to ground, tuck ins to abdominals.
Reduce weight if needed.(if age and weight is appropriate)
Take healthy diet- A proper balanced diet-
Avoiding unhealthy food.
Eat lot of fruits and vegetables, this will not only reduce hunger but also add to the bulk of the food.skimmed dairy products, take fresh salad after lunch and dinner like cucumber, tomatoes with curd.
Reduce salt intake.
Avoid high calorie food like fries, pizza, sweets and others.
Hope the information is useful.do reply in doubt.
You should start with low intensity exercises ,As soon as your body strength returns to normal conditions, you may increase the intensity over time.
It is normal to have extra bulk in your stomach after appendix surgery and if you crossed your healing process that is it may take 6 weeks , start with low intensity exercise like sitting and slowly lifting your legs so it is parallel to ground, tuck ins to abdominals.
Reduce weight if needed.(if age and weight is appropriate)
Take healthy diet- A proper balanced diet-
Avoiding unhealthy food.
Eat lot of fruits and vegetables, this will not only reduce hunger but also add to the bulk of the food.skimmed dairy products, take fresh salad after lunch and dinner like cucumber, tomatoes with curd.
Reduce salt intake.
Avoid high calorie food like fries, pizza, sweets and others.
Hope the information is useful.do reply in doubt.
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