What Area is Considered to Be a Normal Flank Region?

I am going to have Smart Lipo on my flanks, however, I questioned whether an area of my back is still considered part of the flank or a bra-line. I,...

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How Many Inches Are Lost with Lipo?

In 5 weeks I schedualed beneilli breast lift, augmentation, and liposuction abs/flanks. I am 30 yr old, 5’6”, 135 lbs, 34B, 27.5, 36,...

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What Are the Chances of Lumpiness and Disfiguration After Liposuction?

Hi, I'm a 29-year-old female. I'm approximately 5'0" at 110 lbs. I work out 4-5 days a week with a healthy diet but with problem areas most...

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Vaser Lipo Vs LipoPulse and Body Jet?

After I had my consulation, my doctor would like to use Body Jet (as opposed to Vaser Liposuction) for my upper/lower stomach, lower back, and flanks....

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How Many Areas Can You Treat in One Liposuction Session?

I know there is a limit on a safe amount (about 5 liters) to be taken out in every session of Liposuction. However, does it matter how many areas it...

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Hardness and Tenderness After Liposuction?

I am six weeks post op from Liposuction on my waist, flanks and hips. My sides get hard, swollen and huge for long periods and then they go soft. I...

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Hematoma After Liposuction and Tummy Tuck?

I had Liposuction on inner thighs, flanks, and abdominoplasty . It has been 18 days since my surgery. Last night, my left inner thigh began to hurt....

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When Will I See Liposuction Results for Multiple Areas?

How long before the final results of Liposuction on lower and upper abdomen, flanks and inner thighs show?

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Liposuction, Brazilian Butt Lift, and Tummy Tuck in One Session?

I want to have Liposuction on my back and flanks, Brazilian Butt Lift, and a Tummy Tuck. Would it be safe to have all these done at the same time?

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Losing Weight After Lipo - Exercise and Proper Eating Not Working!

I had lipo of my abdomen, flanks, back, hips and and inner and outer thighs done 4 weeks ago today! I am very pleased with the results so far because...

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Liposuction Around Buttocks Improve Butt Shape?

Does liposuction in flanks, sides of hips and banana roll improve buttocks' shape? The doctor I went to does not recommend fat transfer. I am not...

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Air Pocket Under Skin After Lipo Without Drainage

I had Lipo done on my abs, hips, flanks and upper back 3 days ago, and there was no drainage put in. I have 10 holes and was told that they would only...

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Best Correction for Botched Liposuction?

June 2010 I had lipo on my abs, flanks and back by an unqualified dr. I am now left with severe gouging on some areas, uneven belly with dips and...

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6 Months Post-op Lipo. No Results. Any Hope?

I Am 6 Months Post Op from Lipo on my Thighs Inner and Outer , Flanks, Abdomen. I still do not see any results. My stomach bulges out and kind folds...

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How to Ease Swollen Flanks After Liposuction?

What can I do to fix my swollen flanks? One is much larger then the other. My Dr recommended a type of shot but there are side effects I'd rather...

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Average Cost of Liposuction and Fat Transfer for Contouring?

My proportion is 36-30-31, and I think SOMETHING IS WRONG with it. How much is the average price range of Liposuction for contouring (abdomen and...

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Waiting to Get Second Liposuction Procedure?

I've had Liposuction on my stomach and flanks in May of 2009 and I love the results. I want to do lipo again on my flanks and upper back( right under...

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Lose Inches in Waist from Butt and Flanks Liposuction?

I am a female, 5'5", weighing 130 pounds. I want mainly my flanks and butt Liposuctioned. Can I lose inches in my waist that way?

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Numbing Solution in Fixing Dents and Lumps from Liposuction?

About 2 years ago, I had Liposuction done on my thighs and flanks. I ended up with a few dents and lumps. Recently, I went to a different doctor for a...

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Am I a Good Candidate for Liposuction? Hips,thighs (Inner and Outer), Stomach,back and Buttocks (photo)

I'm a 35 yr old woman, mother of two children aged 6 and 4 years old. I'm 161cm in height and weigh 65kg. I've lost 11kg dieting &...

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Best Liposuction Method to Improve Square Butt?

I plan to get Liposuction on flanks, outer thighs and banana roll, my overall goal is to change the square apperance of my butt. I am tall and slim...

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Swelling 1 Month After Lipo

Lipo One Month Ago on Flanks, Lower Abs and Outer Thighs Done. My Inner Thighs and Inner Knees Are Swollen. Normal? I month post lipo. Exercising...

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Indentation, Asymmetry, and Pain After Liposuction

I had Liposuction over three years ago on the abdomen and flanks. The surgery left me with an indentation on the right side of my hip, and the right...

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Which Type of Lipo is Best for Back Fat

I am going to have a tummy tuck as well as I need lipo for my flanks (luv handles) and upper/mid back area for my bra rolls. One doc i saw in...

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Surgeon Wants Fee to Correct Abdominal Liposuction Bump - Is This Right?

Had a breast reduction and a small amount of liposuction to flanks and mid abdomen about 6 months ago. There is a small amount of fat that can be...

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What Will Happen if Skin Doesn't Tighten After Lipo on Flanks?

I want to have Liposuction on my love handles, but I have been fat most of my life. I am scared to waste my money with little or no results from Lipo...

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Liposuction - Difference in Recovery from Chest, Abdomen and Flanks?

Hi, 4 days post-op after the above, I am concerned about my flanks. I know that it is def early days, but there is a massive difference between the...

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What is the Best Type of Liposuction for Me?

Hello and thank you for reading this. I've been researching about Smart lipo, vaser, PAL, ultrasonic, tumescent lipo, etc. With all the choices...

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Comestic Surgeon Vs Plastic Surgeons for Lipo on Stomach Area?

There is an ER doctor who also is a comestic surgeon that does liposuction awake. I am considering letting him do Liposuction on my stomach, flanks,...

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Best Method of Liposuction for the Lower Body?

I need advice on what type of liposuction to get to treat flanks, outer thighs and banana roll? My doctor only does traditinal lipo. Would Smart Lipo,...

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My Doctor Removed 800cc of Fat(fluid Not Included)

My doctor removed 800cc of fat(fluid not included) from the upper/lower abdomen and flanks, is that a lot of fat or very little? I'am 24yrs old...

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Had Laser Liposuction Done Twice and Still See No Results!

Female 32 130lbs - had laser liposuction done initially on lower abs and flanks waited 6mos and NO results I mean 0 went in again at 6mos & 2days...

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Extreme Hunger Since Liposuction?

Every since having a big lipo procedure I have found myself to be extrememly hungry. I had my arms, abs (upper/lower), flanks, waist, inner thighs,...

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14 Month Post-op Lipo - Purple, Indented Scars

I had lipo 14 months ago. Insicion sites are on flanks, front of thighs and behind knees. Scars are extremely indented, purple and have...

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Proceed with Liposuction After Anxiety Attacks?

I had Vaser+PAL (Power Assisted) Liposuction 15 days ago to my upper and lower abdomen (2700cc). I'm supposed to have my lower back, flanks done on...

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What Can Be Done About Liposuction Lumps?

I had Liposuction on my abdomen, flanks, and inner knees. I am 11 days post-op. I have developed some lumping. I did it because diet and exercise...

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Intense Pain 5 Weeks After Flanks and Abdomen Liposuction

Hello. I had liposuction done to the flanks and abdomen about 5 weeks ago and though Im told massage will reduce the hardness and lumpiness, I cant...

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Indentation 2 Weeks Post-Op Laser Lipo?

I had laser lipo 2 weeks ago and even the day of surgery noticed a indent in my lower abdomen. Also my skin looks uneven and a little wrinkly. I am a...

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Choosing Between Two Surgeons

Im planning to get lipo on my chest and flanks sometime in mid December. I visited a total of 5 plastic surgeons I narrowed down my choices to two...

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Cost of Liposuction on Flanks and Buttocks?

How much will it cost to have Liposuction on the flanks and buttocks?

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Why Are my Under Arms and Bra Area Flabby After Lipo?

I had my lipo surgery six months ago on my flanks. The Doctor took it upon himself to do my under arms and back bra area. The area is now flabby and...

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Liposucttion Possible Without Incision in Groin Area?

I am having Liposuction on my abdomen, and flanks. I don't want any incisions in my groin area, even if it's low enough not to show. My plastic...

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Will I Lose Some of my Curves After Liposuction?

I have a curvy figure with just a little bit of fat on my flanks. I am concerned that if I get Liposuction, I will lose all of my curves. Is this a...

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Lower Back Pain 4 Weeks Following Liposuction

Had lipo (twilight sedation) 5 wks ago tomorrow, flanks, upper + lower abdo, having CG, only removed to shower, took CG off last Thu and had off for...

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Will Liposuction on the Flanks Make Me Look Less Curvy and More Boxy?

Hi! I am interested in getting liposuction in my flanks area. I am Latina and I have always had curves, but in the last 4 months I noticed that I...

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I Had Liposuction of Hips and Waist 2 Weeks Ago.

I do have some lumpiness and when I saw my Dr. yesterday, I was told if I don't have the Dermosonic Treatments prior to 6 weeks post op, the lumps...

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How Long Does Swelling Last After Liposuction when You Get an Infection?

I had liposuction on my abdominals and flanks 5 weeks ago. During the 2nd week I got an infection and it went undiscovered for almost a week. My...

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What Should I Expect from Drainage Fluid After Liposuction?

I had liposuction of abs-flanks on Thursday. Was told to return to doctors office following Tuesday for checkup to include removal of compression...

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How to Choose the Right Liposuction Method?

32, male, muscular (linebacker esque) build, good health overall, about 14% body fat. I have layer of fat on the shanks and the front, thicker abs...

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Will Additional Weight Loss (10lbs) After Lipo of Abs and Flanks Hurt my Results?

I am having lipo of abs and flanks on 2-28-11 and I was wondering if after I recover I want to lose an additional 10lbs would it have a negative...

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How Can I Tell Which Areas the Doctor Did Lipo?

I got a tummy tuck that included lipo of flanks, inner & outter thighs. The Dr. marked the areas before surgery. After surgery a nurse told me I...

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Why Do I Still Have This Indentation Plus Another 1 After my Lipo Revision? I Look Worse.

I had lipo done to my abs and flanks 6 mths ago with good results but I noticed an indentation on my lower back/flank right area so the doc revised...

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Laser Lipo on Flanks - How Do I Determine if More Fat Can Be Removed?

I had laser lipo on my flanks and lower abs. A few months later I had my upper abs done. My physician agreed that there was more fat to remove in my...

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PS Says He Will Not Lipo More Than 1000cc During my Tummy Tuck: Is This Common?

I asked my PS to do lipo of my back, hips, flanks. He is doing a full TT and BA. He said he will only lipo 1000cc on my hips. He will not do any more...

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Where is the Best Place for Incisions to Lipo the Love Handles "Flank" Area Only?

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What is the Best Approach to Lipo for Flanks with Least Amount of Feathering to Other Areas?

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Normal to Still Be in Pain 3.5 Weeks After Liposuction?

3.5 weeks after liposuction to trunk and thighs. Prior to surgery I was an avid exerciser and weight lifter. Am able to lift weights now and perform...

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4 Weeks After Lipo but I Don't See Much Different Than Pre-op. is This Normal?

I had my abdomen and the flanks done about 4 weeks ago but i see no result. is this normal? when can i see my result?

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Tt with Lip of Flanks, Back and Axillary- But What Are Flanks?

Im ready for my tt and lipo of flanks and back. where are my flanks? are we talking hips. I do not have a lot of fat on my hips, nearly all in my tummy.

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Best Way to Ensure I Get the Result I Desire?

I have liposuction of flanks scheduled for Jan 6th 2012. I have some trepidation...have seen many before and afters on this site with similar body...

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Can Massage After Hi Def Lipo Compromise the Results?

Hi. I'm about 3 weeks out from hi def lipo on my abs, hips, flanks. I had noticed that my abs were really hard at about week 2, which i understand...

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Liposuction to my Flanks and Lower Back ? (photo)

I would like to have liposuction to my flanks and lower back. I know I am heavy girl(215lb) but I wanted to know if there are any huge risk for my...

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Am I a Good Candidate for Flanks/Inner Thighs Liposuction? (photo)

I go to the gym a couple times a week, doing at least 30 mins of cardio. I played soccer my entire life and I still seem to have these deposits of fat...

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Bigger After Lipo. Is This Normal?

I Had Lipo 10 Days Ago and See No Results, Bigger Than Before, is This Normal? The ps remove 500 from each inner thigh and 600 from each flank/ab area.

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200cc Removed - Is That a Good Amount?

I'm a male 5'9 170lbs in good shape(workout 5-6 per week). I decided to have lipo done on the abdomen and flanks a year ago. I had a...

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What to Do if a Doctor Does Not Do His Job Right?

I've done a liposuction a couple of days ago. I paid to do upper/lower abs and flanks.(paid in cash) But I realized 15 days later that he...

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Does It Look Like I Need Liposuction on my Back or Flanks? (photo)

I have gotten two different opinions, one doctor says he will lipo my back, flanks with the tummy tuck (no vertical scar). The other doctor says I do...

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Is Asymmetry and Pain Cause for Alarm After Liposuction

Hi,14 days post-abdomen and flanks liposuction right side is flatter then my left and I still dont see any results and still complaining of pain

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What Can I Do to Help Swelling After Cool Lipo?

I had COOL LIPOSUCTION (LAL) 15 days ago and Im still swollen, what can I do to help? And how long is recommended to wear my garment? I had Cool...

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Is It Normal To Have Difficulties Sitting Up 2 Days Post-Op Lipo to Abdomen and Flanks?

Is this normal or is it possible something went wrong. The surgery was for lower abdomen and flanks, it feels like my core is useless now.

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How Long Should it Take to See a Difference from Liposuction to the Abdomen, Flank and Thighs?

I had liposuction done 6weeks ago on my upper and lower abdomen, flanks, outer a d inner thighs. So far, I have seen an impressive difference only on...

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How Tight Should a Compression Garment Be?

I am one day post op for lipo of the abdomen and flanks. The compression garment I was sent home in had clasps up the front (with pads under to absorb...

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Will my 2nd Liposuction Revision Turn out Better Than the 1st?

I had liposuction to my flanks over 1 year ago and underwent a revision due to 2 indentations on both sides of my lower back. After the revision and...

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Red Blotches Due to Liposuction

Hello. I am 11 weeks out from having liposuction on my flanks and my lower ab section. Although the lumps have gone down quite a bit, there are red...

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1 Week After Lipo my Pain is Significantly Worse, What is Going On?

I had lipo on my abdomen and flanks 8 days ago. I took percocet the first 3 days or so and then didn't need it. Today, the pain is bad! A...

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After Liposuction, is It Normal to Feel Awful/swollen/stiff After I've Been Lying Down or Sleeping for Awhile?

I had liposuction of abdomen, flanks and arms 7 days ago. Whenever I lie down for a period or sleep I wake up feeling swollen and awful. When I get...

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How Much Would Flank Liposuction Cost?

I don't have any fat I want to get rid of on the front of my stomach. I only have the sides of my abdomen that stick out and look very unappealing...

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Hardness of Lower Abdomen, Very Painful. Is This Normal Post Agressive Lipo?

Hi, I am 30Yold- 120kgs (264 P) ; had an aggr Wet Lipo on 21 March (General Anesthesia with 3 days hospitalization)- my doc removed 12 Liters combined...

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Male, Had Lipo of Abdomen, Flanks and Pubic Area. My Scrotum is Enlarged to Size Of Baseball?

I had abdominal, flank and pubic liposuction yesterday. I am wearing the compression garment and pain is okay. Drainage of fluid is proceeding as...

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$10,000 for Liposuction of Lower Abdomen and Flanks, Does this Seem Right?

I am 5'8", 140-145 pounds and in my mid 20's. I am very active & eat healthily however I have a lower tummy bump/love handles I...

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How Long Will Bruising/swelling Stick Around if It's Still There After 2-3 Weeks with Lipo?

It's been four weeks now since I had lipo of the bra line, abdomen, flanks, and inner thighs. The majority of my bruising went away within the...

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Does Less Fat Removed Means Faster Recovery? When Will I See The Final Result?

I had about 650cc removed about a 5 days ago from my flanks - aka love handels, and i was woundering how long will it take for me to see the full...

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Age 48 With Mild Rheumatoid Arthritis. Am I a Candidate For Lipo on Abs, Flanks, and Back?

Can a Pt Who Has Mild RA Had Liposuction in Abdomen,flanks and Back or is Too Risky? Been 48 yrs old and have mild RA other than that health is pretty...

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I Have Severe Swelling and Soreness What Should I Do and is It Normal?

It's been a week and two I had lipo on my abdominal and flanks and I have severe swelling and soreness what should I do and is it normal?

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How Soon Will is Be Plausible That I Will Up and About After Combo Lipo & BA (Squatting, Sitting at Weird Angles Etc)

I'm a "lifestyle" portrait photographer, meaning I'm always moving (quick walking, lots of squatting, climbing around on slippery...

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What Kind of Compression Garmet Should I Wear After Abnominal and Flank Lipo? (photo)

The one I got from the dr ripples and rides up and spanks seem loose? I had unbelical hernia too very small one removed...I am 1 1/2 Weeks post op.

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Massaging Incisions After Liposuction to Help Stretch Scar Tissue?

I am 3 weeks post lipo of the abdomen and flanks. The two incisions at my lower abdomen are slightly indented and have some hardness/scar tissue under...

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After Having Lipo on Flanks and Sides, my Skin Now Has a Mottled Appearance. Proceedure Was Done 6 Months Ago?

Any ideas on why and if it will go away? Dr who performed said he has not seen this before. This will definitely show up wearing a two piece bathing...

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I Had Liposuction on my Abdominal and Flanks Area. I Am 4 Weeks in Now and Still Look the Same As I Did Before the Op?

I have been measuring myself and my measurements are the same and I also weigh the same as I did before the op after 4 weeks in from my surgery. Is...

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After 4 Months and with a Balanced Diet and High Intensity Exercise, my Fat is Coming Back on my Abs and Flanks? (photo)

I have had Lipo done 4 months ago on my abs and flanks. I have a balanced diet and i exercise 5 - 9 times a week, 3 of those are with a personal...

Is it Normal I Keep Gaining Weight 2 Weeks After Lipo?

I had lipo to my abdomen, and rear flanks. I was 260lbs, now I'm 271 two weeks later. I've been eating clean, drinking a lot of water and I've been...