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Prolonged Swelling (2 Weeks or More) After Lymphatic Massage

asked 1 year ago by sknigh in oregon
Latest answer by Peter A. Aldea, MD
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Tags: abdomen, massage, swelling

I had tummy tuck 9 months ago, also have been diagnosed with fatty necrosis in the lower abdominal area. I have received 2 sessions of lymphatic massage, the last one being about 2 weeks ago. Since then, I have experienced an increased amount of lower abdominal swelling, which doesn't ever seem to cease, day or night. The massage session consisted of a somewhat aggressive approach to my lower abdominal area for about 20 minutes or so. I am no wondering if the massage was done incorrectly.

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Prolonged Swelling 9 Months after Tummy Tuck

Regarding: "I had tummy tuck 9 months ago, also have been diagnosed with fatty necrosis in the lower abdominal area. I have received 2 sessions of lymphatic massage, the last one being about 2 weeks ago. Since then, I have experienced an increased amount of lower abdominal swelling, which doesn't ever seem to cease, day or night." The vast majority of tummy Tuck patients are long healed by 9 months after surgery. You and your surgeon probably need to discuss the... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon
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Increased swelling after MLD to tummy tuck

Have you discussed this with your physician? IT could be a seroma that would benefit from drainage or aspiration.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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