How long should I have discomfort from SmartLipo?

By newgirlintown on 05 Mar 2010

Im 1 week post op today and feeling a little uneasy. I feel SO tight in my core and my back muscles are killing me. Its painful when I walk and sleep. I really wasnt expecting this. I really dont see any results and I just need some feedback on if I need to just RELAX! Thanks...

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S in PA 11 Feb 2011

I had Smart Lipo Dec 8 2010 & had pain for a few weeks and soreness with discomfort from the lumps and brusing for about 2 months. The compression garment is helpful but uncomfortable so sleeping or riding in a car was difficult. By 6 weeks I was not wearing the garment at night, just during the days. I had just quit my job, but I know I could never have returned to work (retail, long hours, moving, standing etc.) because of so much discomfort. It's now 2 months, Feb 11, 2011 and no more pain in ab/back/flank areas! So hopefully you recovered nicely by now (I see your post was from Mach 2010, no my reply might only be helpful to more recent inquiries!)

met 22 Mar 2010

I had procedure done 3 months ago on my flanks and I still feel soreness and and looks like swelling on one side but it may be that it was not done very well. It was quite painful during procedure and I have a high tolerance to pain. I'm scared to go back and have touch-up procedure. Is this normal?