i have traveled to philadelphia for abdominal liposuction 9 days ago, the incisions were left open and 2 drain tubes were inserted and then removed 2 days later (no stitches at all) & my incisions are closed. during my procedure the surgeon had to add more fluid to the left side due to feeling pain during the suctioning, which is exactly where the fluid is. it feels like i am tapping on a small water balloon can the body get rid of this on its own?... "i am scared!!!!"
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Your symptoms sound suspicious for what is called a seroma (A fluid collection after liposuction). I call what you are describing the "Waterbed Sign", which is what you see; a fluid wave by tapping on the area. This is usually diagnostic for a seroma. I suggest seeing your...
The feeling of the "jiggle" is totally normal after this procedure and is because of the detached nerve endings (That will reattach over the next 3-4 months) that happens with all liposuction. Swelling one one side vs. the other can be different based on the way we lay or sleep. The...
Swelling is expected after liposuction. The worst swelling occurs during the first couple weeks. Majority of swelling will decrease within 6 weeks. However, the overall result of liposuction may take up to 6 months or longer for some patients. Since your plastic surgeon...