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How Important is Compression Garment After Liposuction?

asked 3 years ago by picky82
Latest answer by Toby Mayer, MD
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Tags: abdomen, compression garment

I am wondering, just how important is the elastic compression garment after a Liposuction? It's been just under a week, and the bands seem to be creating lumps where the bandage is not taut. I am trying to minimize sitting or bending over, but the garment is about 12" in height: ribs to hips. Will the lumps affect the outcome? Is there a way to minimize this?

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2 answers to How Important is Compression Garment After Liposuction?

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The bumps should go away.

 The purpose of the garment is to keep the skin against the muscle. The more inelasticity of the skin the more important it is to wear the garment to keep the skin from sagging. Your lumps are probably due to gaps in the pressure of the garment. Strong spandex will solve your problem.
Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Differerent plastic surgeons have different recommendations re post-op liposuction garments.  You should ask your plastic surgeon what he wants you to do and follow doctor's orders.  You should also discuss your concerns re the type of garment you are using.
Edmond A. Zingaro, MD

San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

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