Is it normal to have a swollen stomach 8 months after a tummy tuck?

No: Not from the surgery. You need to get checked out to see if it is related to the surgery or something internal such as the bowel. Sometimes fluid can collect/build up in the tissue after surgery and should be checked out. If not related to the surgery, there are many abdominal conditions that can lead to "swollen stomach". Either way, you need to see your family doctor and surgeon to differentiate.

Tummy tuck swelling: Swelling after a tummy tuck may persist for 9 months or more. However, other treatable causes of fluid collection include the possibility of a seroma. Discuss this with your surgeon.

9 months is long: I fully agree with dr. Placik's answer, however 9 months is a long time to be overly swollen. See your surgeon to determine whether you have a fluid collection or not. If you have lost confidence for whatever reason, consult an experience plastic surgeon for advice. Good luck.

Not really...: Swelling after a tummy tuck varies with the extent of surgery and the health of the patient. Still eight months afterward i can't remember the last time one of my patients was still swollen. See your surgeon to have this looked over.

Depends.: Much will depend on what you mean by “swollen stomach” and what your physical findings are. For accurate advice, follow up with your plastic surgeon who is in the best position to advise you accurately. Online “consultants” can only speculate. Best wishes.