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Why Do I Have Abdominal Bloating And Stomach Pain One Week After A Tummy Tuck?

Why one week after a tummy tuck do I have abdominal bloating which I know is from my intestines. I’ve been keeping my stool loose on purpose. .could It be trapping gas. My stomach hurts. I’m unable to pass gas. The distension is causing pain in my belly.
Mon, 1 May 2023
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Hi,

Try an enema and remember to drink lots of fluid. It sounds very benign. It could also be caused by opioids after the surgery.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Anders Mark Christensen, General Surgeon
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Why Do I Have Abdominal Bloating And Stomach Pain One Week After A Tummy Tuck?

Hi, Try an enema and remember to drink lots of fluid. It sounds very benign. It could also be caused by opioids after the surgery. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Anders Mark Christensen, General Surgeon