I am 5 weeks post-op from a tummy tuck with an umbilical hernia and muscle repair. Within the past week I have had burning/stinging sensations as well as all over soreness along the internal suture line and throughout my abdomen. I am wondering if this is a normal part of healing, or if I have somehow compromised my muscle repair. Thank you.
Hi ! Good morning. I am Chat Doctor, a general surgeon answering your query. As it is already 5 weeks post-operative, I would advise you to take appointment with your surgeon, and get it reviewed once, although it could be a normal result of wound healing leading to wound contraction. Till then, you could go for an anti-inflammatory Chat Doctor. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Chat Doctor.