Post-Op Plastic Surgery Questions!??

I had tummy tuck/hernia repair (BIG hernia + 17 pounds removed, cut all the way around almost touching on my back like a LBL) on July 19. That was 2 months ago....I still have PAIN, mostly from swelling, which is still substantial. I must wear my binder 24/7 or it HURTS. I tried to go to the movies last night wearing just a girdle-type garment with a high waistband and I was MISERABLE. How long should I be swollen?? It doesnt LOOK really swollen if you can understand that, but it FEELS tight as a drum, and it does pooch out. Im wondering if it isnt the TT pain at all and maybe its from the mesh used to repair the hernia..is it possible to be allergic to the mesh? Could the mesh be the cause of the swelling? I appreciate any and all input...just a postnote: I had in 2 drains to start. the first came out after 2 weeks and the 2nd stayed in for almost 7 weeks, if that could have naything to do with it..Also, does anyone think it would help to take a diuretic for the swelling? Thanks everyone. Donna 327/159 at goal

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