While some residual swelling and pain can persist for several months after liposuction, fluid pockets are relatively rare. I personally have had fluid collections in the form of a seroma occasionally form after liposuction, but with appropriate treatment they have resolved.
Pain, fluid pockets normal months after liposuction?
I'm two months post-op liposuction on upper/lower abs, flanks, saddle bags, banana roll....when I exercise and do any kind of jumping motion, it feels like I have water balloons in my lower back that bounce up and down. It's really uncomfortable.
Is this normal?? My stomach is also still tender...it feels like a long time to still be having these issues.
3 answers to “Pain, fluid pockets normal months...”
A: Pain after Liposuction can last for few months
First, determine that you do not indeed have fluid pockets or seromas. If not, then the pain can be simply a matter of persistent post-traumatic inflammation of the multitude of nerves particularly in and around your back muscles and bones. This should subside over time. You might ask your surgeon about taking... more
A: Persistent discomfort weeks after Liposuction is possible
Dear Tradawg, Much depends on the size of the liposuction you had and to some extent, how it was done. Gererally, it takes many months for the body to heal following a liposuction. However, comfort should increase rapidly after the first 10 days. Be aware that there are two standards of care for liposuction:... more
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