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What Causes Swelling In The Abdomen After An Abdominoplasty?

i had abdominal plasty 10 weeks ago. there is swelling in my abdomin that may or may not be related to that. the swelling appears on the outside like a bloated tummy from pelvic to under the breasts. it doesn t hurt unless i mash around on it. mostly on the right side. i also have had several bouts of nausea and vomiting especially in the morningsin the past week. it is not possible to be pregnant.
Tue, 25 Sep 2018
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Hello,

It might be a hematoma or seroma that developed following the surgery. You can consult a general surgeon and get an ultrasound scan done.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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What Causes Swelling In The Abdomen After An Abdominoplasty?

Hello, It might be a hematoma or seroma that developed following the surgery. You can consult a general surgeon and get an ultrasound scan done. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician