It has been 5 weeks since I had tumescent lipo suction. My doctor closed the incisions right after surgery. I have visible bumps, my bellybutton appears inflame, and my lower abdomen is very hard with visible bumps. I see some progress every week, but small. I am massaging the area with ultrasound every day. My lipo was done outside the U.S, and I regret that because I can't do follow up appointments with my PS. Any suggestions? Many thanks, in advance for your kindness and attention to my questions.
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Good question. Thanks for asking. By the way, are you hoping lipo will be the answer to a weight problem? If so, you may be disappointed. If you are not within 20 pounds of your ideal weight (look at online tables to determine weight by height and age), lipo will not work for most areas. The...
It is not unusual that young patients, but especially males have unevenness and recurrence with liposuction. Unfortunately, liposuction and lipo sculpture is about how long the surgeon takes in removing the fat. The less time that is taken, the less fat. Vaser, Laser SmartLipo,...
You are very early in your post operative course. It may take months to see the results. We usually tell patients that it may take a year to see the final results. Please make sure your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon is aware. Please clarify and follow their instructions for post oper...