Brent R. W. Moelleken, MD, FACS

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I had a hernia from a suture that cut off my intestines. Had to have many wash outs and cut out necrotic tissue and possibly part of left abdominal wall. This left my stomach asymmetrical. Had a tummy tuck to fix it in June. My stomach shape has changed drastically. It pooches out now starting below my breasts down to the incision above pubic area. It now looks like I am pregnant. When I touch pooch around belly button it is almost hard as if something is swollen underneath it. :(

Anonymous Patient

Assuming the TT was done correctly, there are two possible explanations. First, there is fat inside the abdomen causing the bulge. Second, the fascia is weak. A mesh repair might reduce your symptoms as well. It is, incorrect, however, to assume the TT was not done correctly, or that there will be an easy fix.

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