I am 7 weeks post op from Liposuction and scar revision. Swelling has gone down a lot, but I still have lots of swelling around belly button, and loose skin above belly button. When can I expect the swelling around the belly button to go down? Also, I still need the support of the compression garment. Is this normal at this point? I tried some control top spandex panties but after four hours I was ready to get back into the garment.
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October 31, 2018
Answer: Swelling and Loose Skin Around Belly Button After Liposuction
I generally advise patients wear their garment 24 hours a day for three weeks, removing it only when bathing or washing it. From 3 to 6 weeks, wear your garment in the day only. It helps with easing swelling and reducing the risk of seroma. The garment should fit snugly but not to the point that...
Dear Saint,
Don't worry! You are only 3 weeks out from the procedure, and it is very normal to have asymmetric areas of "firmness" under the skin at this point. I warn all of my neck lipo patients that their neck skin will feel somewhat numb and "woody" (meaning firm) for...
Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
It seems like you could benefit from liposuction on your abdomen, waist and flanks, to achieve the hourglass figure you desire. Unfortunately, without pictures, it is very difficult to give you a proper answer. l recommend y...