About 4 months and 2 weeks after lipo of flanks, stomach, inner thigh, and bra line, I still have bruising on my hips and inner thighs. Arnica didn't really help and I am now using Hydroquinone as per my doctor's instructions. Is it normal to still be bruised like this? I am afraid it is permanent skin discoloration.
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Swelling and lumpiness 2 weeks after liposuction is a normal variant and should improve over 3 to 6 months. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
It is way to early for you to worry. You consult and select your surgeon and then you go with your decision and trust the surgeon. It is not really logical to second guess surgical techniques and judgement so early as 4 days. The correct volume of fat to be removed varies...
The timeline for liposuction scars to fade can vary significantly from person to person and depends on several factors, including:1. Individual healing process: Each person's body responds differently to surgery, and the rate at which scars fade can vary based on factors such as genetics, skin...