Since your question did not discuss time frame from your procedure, I will answer both early and later sensory issues. Most patients early on have decrease in sensation from swelling and trauma. Usually this gets better with time. Some of the ultrasonic and laser lipo devices are non-specific fat melters... more
Can Smart Lipo cause permanent nerve damage?
I had Smart Lipo done on my outer thighs, flanks, and upper and lower abdomen. I have pain in one leg, close to my hip bone. It aches and hurts to touch. Can I assume that some permanent nerve damage was occurred?
3 answers to “Can Smart Lipo cause permanent nerve...”
A: Nerve damage is uncommon
BeagleLover, Never damage after Smartlipo, or any liposuction procedure, for that matter is very uncommon. How long has it been since your surgery. It may be that you are just having some localized irritation causing your discomfort. In any case, it is important that you follow up closely with your... more
A: We need to know how long ago your surgery was
Pain, burning, tingling, and other nerve-related sensations can occur with Smartlipo as well as other types of liposuction. In general, these are temporary symptoms and they disappear gradually without long-term problems. Pain at one week is different than pain at one year, so it would be helpful... more
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14 Jan 2009
Dear beaglelc, Pain is universal in every patient after any procedure. That being said, the vast majority of patients heal up fine without any residual nerve damage or pain. It really does depend on how long you are out from the procedure to discuss any more siginficant damage done. Pain is quite common even up to 4-5 months after any procedure although it should definitely be improving through all that time. The key is to notice improvement in your symptoms as you heal. If you are 2 years post-op well then that is a different scenario altogether. I would recommend you address your concerns with your doctor as each practitioner performs the procedure slightly different and there can be differences in healing time from one patient to another. Best of luck!