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A member asked:
Will weight gain after a tummy tuck make my belly button hurt?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Not usually: However if you have gained a significant amount of weight, you may be putting undue stress on your diastasis repair which could be associated with umbilical pain or you may have a hernia. I would discuss with your surgeon, you may need to perform diagnostic imaging.
Answered 12/28/2013
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Not Usually…: Weight gain itself will not cause discomfort; you may however have an umbilical hernia which can be the source of the discomfort. Best to be examined in person. Best wishes.
Answered 6/22/2015
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Depends....: Weight gain will increase your intrabdominal pressure and cause some stress on the repair. You needs to seek a consultation with your surgeon to rule out other causes of pain such as a hernia. Best to you.
Answered 9/28/2016
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