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Confused About Liposuction After Care

I had Smart lipo and traditional lipo 4 1/2 weeks ago. I had a lot of bruising, which has almost completely disappeared but have soooo many questions...

Liposuction - What Type of Clothing Should I Wear Post-op?

I am scheduled to have a facelift in October along with lipo to uppper/lower abs, bra roll and hips. I plan to take off work for 2 weeks. My...

Why Didn't my Doctor Tell Me to Wear a Compression Garment After Lipo?

Everyone on here was instructed to wear a compression garment after liposuction - why wasn't I instructed? This worries me... I had outer thighs and a...

Stage 2 Liposuction Garment?

Hi, I'm a little over 2 weeks post op from liposuction on my upper, lower abs and flanks. I received from my PS Spanx Super Higher Power...

Does Alcohol Have an Affect on Recovery from Lipo (photo)

It has been 8 weeks since I had lipo from mid section to my knees, I am a 42 yrs old mother of 3 I have always enjoyed a drink once or twice a week, I...

After Care Advice for Liposuction?

I had Liposuction done earlier today and I am very curious on what I should and shouldn't do now. I ate a salad with some soy protien, for dinner, as...

Calf and Ankle Liposuction Aftercare

What is the aftercare procedure for this type of lipo. Will I need help or can I take care of myself? Thank you

What Are Some Things I Can Do at Home to Help Speed Up the Healing Process Following Lipo?

How much of diet and rest a factor in recovery from liposuction? Is keeping the area hydrated with lotion also equally helpful? At what point, a week...

I Didn't Wear a Compression Garment for 8 Hours - is This Damaging?

I had lipo of my lower abdomen done two weeks ago, and I have been wearing my compression garment consistently for 24 hours a day for these 2 weeks....

Many MDs Recommend Frequent Massages After Lipo, Yet Also Recommend Constant Wearing of the Compression Garment. What Do You Say

Many MDs recommend frequent massages after lipo, yet also recommend constant wearing of the compression garment. So how often and for how long can the...

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