I have previously had a gastric sleeve and lost 100 lb. While I had an overall fat reduction, my arms lost almost no fat. This has left my body extremely disproportionate. It is difficult to find shirts that fit. I am unable to afford surgical liposuction but I think I can afford lipo cavitation. Would this be a viable option to help with my situation?
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November 13, 2018
Answer: Liposuction not the answer for arms after massive weight loss
I prescribe water pills to all my post op liposuction patients, many do not and only care about post operative compression. I suggest going with your doctors post operative protocol and asking them directly this question. Best, Dr. Emer.
Because of the difference in subcutaneous architecture near the umbilicus postoperative swelling can create significant firmness. This will resolve with time although will not follow the same timetable as the rest of the skin and fat of the abdomen.
From the preoperative photograph it looks as though there was some surplus of skin to begin with. Liposuction, with its reduction volume, can exacerbate a skinfold. In your particular circumstance there is still a sizable amount of swelling and you should see improvement as this subsides.
