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Stomach Swelling After Smart Lipo on Flanks
I had Smart Lipo on my flanks 4 weeks ago. Now, my stomach looks bigger than before. Is it post-op swelling? I have been wearing compression garment regularly. After two weeks, I resumed my normal exercise - I run about 12-15 miles a week.
I am 5'6" and weight 138. I eat healthily and have continued to do so after the procedure. My flanks show clear signs of improvement but my stomach looks much bigger (whereas I always had a flat stomach). I am getting a bit concerned. I would appreciate a reply.
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Post Op Smart Lipo Swelling
Since, Smart lipo treats the small blood vessels of the upper skin, these can take a while (1 month or more) for the normal flow to restore. In this instance however, you have treated your flanks and have done a good job at compression in the operated site. What has happened are 2 things:
1) you have started activity prematurely (2 weeks) , as mentioned above, it takes 4 weeks for the flow to restore so exercise increases your blood pressure moving more fluid into the tissue.
2) Your...
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