Question 1

how long do abdominal muscles cut during surgery take to heal?

Accepted Answer

One year: Most muscles take uo to a year to gain fullstrength but theywill never have the 100% strength of uncut muscles, proof is that herneas of the incision canocurr up to 5 years post op.

Question 2

how longs it take for your abdominal muscles to heal after surgery ?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends upon the type of surgery you had and whether or not any infection was present. In general it takes about 6 weeks for tissues to heal.

Question 3

is abdominal muscle repair surgery same thing as a tummy tuck? can a general surgeon do a tummy tuck?

Accepted Answer

No and yes: Tummy tuck is excess skin and fat removal. This can be done by a general surgeon especially if he is involved in treating barbaric patients

Question 4

had gallbladder surgery 3 months ago. had sex first time since and all my abdominal muscles are very sore now, especially under ribs and both sides around belly button. does this sound normal since not using those muscles in quite a while?

Accepted Answer

: If you had 'open' surgery, where there is a cut or incision, it takes  few months for the muscles to heal. suggest you have sex in a manner where you do not have to strain your abdominal muscles much. Also use a heating pad to the area as needed. You should be fine soon.

Question 5

when can i go back to strenuous activities (body building) post full tummy tuck surgery? 3 months or 6 months? will the abdominal muscles get separated again?

Accepted Answer

: Check with your surgeon please.

Question 6

can diastasis recti cause my severe pelvic floor/ abdominal muscle spasms?  seriously considering plastic surgery

Accepted Answer

Possible: Diastasis recti is the separation of the rectus abdominal muscles.  While this in and of itself should not cause "severe pain" it may cause discomfort.  If you are having severe pelvic floor and abdominal spasms, there could be other reasons for this.  Before resorting to surgery, you might consider pelvic floor therapy, which can be extremely helpful for pelvic floor spasms.

Question 7

can diastasis recti cause my severe pelvic floor/ abdominal muscle spasms? seriously considering plastic surgery, already had ultrasound,  ct and pt

Accepted Answer

Diastasis recti: Surgery may benefit your severe muscle spasms

Question 8

i had a full tummy tuck surgery 4 days ago. the surgeon tightened the muscles and sutured them at 2 layers to provide a better protection. i sneezed heavily today and i felt a bomb on left abdominals region. have the stitches ripped or torn? easy?

Accepted Answer

: Pl call your surgeon and be seen. In the meantime wear a abdominal support

Question 9

how can i rebuild my abdominal muscles after a splenectomy?

Accepted Answer

Exercise: Usually after you have healed, gradual return to full activities and exercises will usually improve your abdominal muscles. Walking, bicycling or swimming are good to start. Once your doctor approves, regular abdominal exercises and time will usually result in full return to normal.

Question 10

could coughing due to a week long cold make your abdominal muscles hurt?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, this muscle group contributes to a forceful cough. Overuse can lead to soreness.

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How long do abdominal muscles cut during surgery take to heal?

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How longs it take for your abdominal muscles to heal after surgery ?

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Is abdominal muscle repair surgery same thing as a tummy tuck? can a general surgeon do a tummy tuck?

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Had gallbladder surgery 3 months ago. had sex first time since and all my abdominal muscles are very sore now, especially under ribs and both sides around belly button. does this sound normal since not using those muscles in quite a while?

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When can i go back to strenuous activities (body building) post full tummy tuck surgery? 3 months or 6 months? will the abdominal muscles get separated again?

A member asked:

Can diastasis recti cause my severe pelvic floor/ abdominal muscle spasms? seriously considering plastic surgery

A member asked:

Can diastasis recti cause my severe pelvic floor/ abdominal muscle spasms? seriously considering plastic surgery, already had ultrasound, ct and pt

A member asked:

I had a full tummy tuck surgery 4 days ago. the surgeon tightened the muscles and sutured them at 2 layers to provide a better protection. i sneezed heavily today and i felt a bomb on left abdominals region. have the stitches ripped or torn? easy?

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How can i rebuild my abdominal muscles after a splenectomy?

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Could coughing due to a week long cold make your abdominal muscles hurt?

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