Body Questions Answered by ASAPS Surgeons

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  • I work in an office. I sit most of the day. If I got a full tummy tuck, when can I go back to work?

    I work in an office. I sit most of the day. If I got a full tummy tuck, when can I go back to work? I would have someone that could drive me to and...

    Congrats on your surgery. Most patients do not feel comfortable for 10 to 14 days following a TT. If you do not have the muscles repaired you may be...

  • 10 weeks post op tummy tuck swollen

    I’m 10 weeks since my tummy tuck surgery, everything has gone well. However I do feel that I am still swollen, above my belly button and below my...

    It is not unusual for swelling to persist for 3-6 months following an Abdominoplasty. If you are concerned I would recommend a follow up visit with...

  • Tummy tuck

    Why was my stomach flatter...

    Sorry to hear about your concerns post TT. Generally it may take 3-6 months to see the final result. Localized areas pf swelling are not uncommon...

  • Tummy tuck with morgangi hernia.

    Hello ! I have a morgangi hernia which my doctor believes I was born with has never caused any issues growing up, It was found accidentally. Would it...

    I would recommend having the morgangi hernia repaired before undergoing any surgery. Even if there is a low risk of strangulation you do not want to...

  • Tummy tuck

    Tummy tuck 1 year post op

    Should my scar around my belly button have browning patches?

    I had my surgery done in June 2019.

    Also, should I still b

    Whether a scar results from an accident or a previous surgery, for many people it is bit a badge of courage but an unsightly or even deforming mark...

  • Fat harvesting

    Can fat be harvested from an area where I have had cool sculpting done 5 months ago?

    After coolsculpting most of the changes that occur happen during the first 3 months. After 5 months in my opinion it should be ok to harvest fat from...

  • Am I a candidate for tummy tuck?

    Am I a candidate for tummy tuck after aggressive lipo? I previously had liposuction which was very aggressive and my compression garment was very...

    Honestly without a picture or physical exam I cannot give a recommendation. Talk to your plastic surgeon and provide a clear timeline of the...

  • What to do if I can’t relieve gas after a tummy tuck ?

    I just got a tummy tuck/liposuction and we got home but i can’t relieve any gas after and before eating.

    Usually this indicate you may be experiencing some constipation. Over the counter remedies include Dulcolax suppositories for one. Refrain from...

  • Do I need surgery or do I have other options?

    I used to be about 280 lbs... I lost the weight then started lifting. I've been within 20 lbs of this weight for about a year now and wondering if I...

    Congratulations on your weight loss. Usually when an individual loses a large amount of weight they are left with an abdominal pannus (overhanging...

  • Options other than Tummy tuck?

    I am 33 and have 4 children- ages 9,8 and 2.5 year old twins. All were full term vaginal births. I recently went to be evaluated for stomach...

    After having 4 children, it is completely natural to changes to your abdominal wall structures that are permanent. There can be excess skin, excess...

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