Is it possible to develop a hernia from a tummy tuck?

I am 5 months post op from my tummy tuck with no muscle tightening. I have just been getting back on the exercise track after slacking over the last two weeks due to the holidays. Tonight I noticed some pain over my incision area above the pubic area. I notice it when I stand up. There is no bulge. The pain is like a tight pulling. I have never had a hernia, so I am not sure if this what I am feeling or if the muscles are reacting to the exercise. <p> I am going to see my surgeon for my 6 month check up in 5 weeks and I will have him check it out then if it persists. I just wanted some input because I am a little nervous because it is right above the tummy tuck incision line. <p> I have heard of tummy tuck surgeries with hernia repairs, but never a hernia after a tummy tuck. Is this possible or am I just overreacting? Thanks for any input.

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