Question 1

ive just had a mini tummy tuck with lipo of flanks. im 10 days post operation. when i sit my lower belly now makes a roll of fat over the incision and the incision tucks in. othis normal due to swelling? will it go down to make a flat belly?

Accepted Answer

: Not seeing the area cant tell you. Best is to have surgeon see it and answer your question.

Question 2

i am worried that my tummy tuck is too tight.  i have a small wound dehiscence on the left, and i am 5.5 weeks out and still can't stand straight. ?

Accepted Answer

Follow up: Follow up with the physician and discuss this issue to ensure proper wound healing.

Question 3

if i have a tummy tuck, since they stretch the skin, will they stretch my stretch marks therefore making them more noticable?

Accepted Answer

No: They do not stretch you that much

Question 4

are there really surgeons willing to perform a complete tummy tuck probono?  can i really donate my skin?

Accepted Answer

I don't think so: plus his fee is only a fraction of the costs involved.  Good luck

Question 5

can you tell me about a tummy tuck to remove streth marks and loose skin and to repair a colapsed stomach wall was it?

Accepted Answer

Tummy tuck: A tummy tuck removes excess skin and fat from the lower half of your abdomen, giving you a flatter stomach with less fat. It also tightens the abdominal muscles that have been loosened by pregnancy. The scar is at the bikini line and around the belly button. Recovery is 4-6 weeks, although many people go back to work after 2-3 weeks. You have to wear an abdominal binder for at least a month.

Question 6

to reach my goal weight i will need to lose about 120 pounds. can i shrink my skin naturally in order to avoid a tummy tuck? is it possible?

Accepted Answer

Losing weight: Avoiding a tummy tuck with weight loss is possible.  The younger you are, the more likely the skin will retract with weight loss.  If you have not had kids and are less than approximately 30, your skin will likely shrink, to a degree, with weight loss.  If you have had children, have stretch marks, and have poor skin elasticity, you will likely require a tummy tuck to achieve your goals. Good luck

Question 7

i developed a dark leather dry patch of skin that went from the middle of my chest to my belly button in a straight line after having a tummy tuck.

Accepted Answer

Picture needed: will need images to better assess the "rash"  have you been seen by a physician for this? it should be monitored if you have concerns and definitely if it is changing .

Question 8

i have skin necrosis under my belly button from a tummy tuck 6 months ago.  i am 4 weeks post a davinci hysterectomy and am in great pain. is it related?

Accepted Answer

See your doc: If you are having great pain 4 weeks after robotic hysterectomy, and have skin necrosis under your belly button someone needs to see you and do an exam to see what is going on.  I would want to make sure you didn't have a serious infection or an incision problem.

Question 9

can i get my tubes tied during a tummy tuck?

Accepted Answer

Tubes: Can be done if a gynecologist help in the operation . They will open the abdomen to do the tubes.

Question 10

why do i feel pain at the bottom of my tummy during a sexual relationship especially when he tucks (witch hazel) his peenis in?

Accepted Answer

See gynecologist: There may be many reasons for this that may include anatomical explanations or could indicate sign of std or pelvic inflammatory disease. Discuss with your gynecologist who certainly will perform and examination and possible imaging studies.

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Ive just had a mini tummy tuck with lipo of flanks. im 10 days post operation. when i sit my lower belly now makes a roll of fat over the incision and the incision tucks in. othis normal due to swelling? will it go down to make a flat belly?

A member asked:

I am worried that my tummy tuck is too tight. i have a small wound dehiscence on the left, and i am 5.5 weeks out and still can't stand straight. ?

A member asked:

If i have a tummy tuck, since they stretch the skin, will they stretch my stretch marks therefore making them more noticable?

A member asked:

Are there really surgeons willing to perform a complete tummy tuck probono? can i really donate my skin?

A member asked:

Can you tell me about a tummy tuck to remove streth marks and loose skin and to repair a colapsed stomach wall was it?

A member asked:

To reach my goal weight i will need to lose about 120 pounds. can i shrink my skin naturally in order to avoid a tummy tuck? is it possible?

A member asked:

I developed a dark leather dry patch of skin that went from the middle of my chest to my belly button in a straight line after having a tummy tuck.

A member asked:

I have skin necrosis under my belly button from a tummy tuck 6 months ago. i am 4 weeks post a davinci hysterectomy and am in great pain. is it related?

A member asked:

Can i get my tubes tied during a tummy tuck?

A member asked:

Why do i feel pain at the bottom of my tummy during a sexual relationship especially when he tucks (witch hazel) his peenis in?

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