Weight gain possible after LipoDissolve?

I know someone that has gained over 100 lbs after LipoDissolve and cannot find any reason for the weight gain. Has ANYONE had this problem and if so what options do they have?

4 answers to “Weight gain possible after LipoDissolve?”

A: Weight gain and Lipodissolve probably not related

Steven Wallach, MD
By Steven Wallach, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Lipodissolve is not an FDA approved product.  There are no scientific studies that support its use. The fact that you gained a lot of weight afterwards may not be related at all.

A: Weight gain after any cosmetic procedure possible

Tom J. Pousti, MD
By Tom J. Pousti, MD - San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Weight gain is possible after any cosmetic procedure but that is caused by the patient not exercising and increasing their caloric intake. There is something else going on with a person who gains 100 pounds. Please have them check with their doctor.

A: 100 lbs gain within short period is a reason for concern

Amir Moradi, MD
By Amir Moradi, MD - San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon

First one must know what the mixture is that is injected to dissolve fat. Mesotherapy, including Lipodissolve, is not FDA approved. The solution is a mixture of drugs that could vary greatly. The gain of 100 lbs in a short time frame is a reason for concern. I would suggest seeing a physician.

A: Weight gain is simple

Richard P. Rand, MD
By Richard P. Rand, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Lipodissolve is an unproven non-FDA approved treatement to try to melt fat.  The fact that nobody knows if this is safe and the fact that many patients have no change from this treatment are aside from the situation here.  Clearly, your friend needs to be evaluated medically and psychologically... more

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Tracy002
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17 Mar 2009

I had lipdissolve on my hips and stomach. I regret ever having it done. I saw no results. I started to gain weight. I started out 150lbs. I have gained 20lbs over the last year. I do exercise and I do not eat junk food. I eat very healthy. I have never gained this much weight in my life except when I was pregnant. I was able to lose that weight. These 20lbs, I have tried everything. Personal trainer, cutting calories even more, pills, shakes and the weight is not budging. Save the money for lipo suction or tummy tuck. That's what I wanted but had a friend that talked me out of it to get the lipodissolve done. Now I'm out $3,000! I could have used that toward surgery!

Mrs.-S
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31 Mar 2009

Wow! Just the idea of weight gain changes my mind on wanting to do this. Anythings possible. Does any one know just what these FDA UNapproved ingredients in lipodissolve are. I heard they can vary. Thanks

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