I had lipo two years ago in the entire abdomen and there is some mild irregularity and lumpiness. Does this leftover fat act like regular fat and disappear/improve with diet and exercise? If say, one was to lose a significant percentage of bodyfat, would the lumps go away?
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August 9, 2010
Answer: Retained fat deposits after liposuction
Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
It may take several weeks to months before the full effect of the steroid injections is observed. Usually when steroid is injected into scar tissue it result in a softer, flatter scar. Optimal results may require multiple treatments spaced out over a few weeks.
Working out after liposuction is unwise. It can dramatically increase the risk of seroma formation. Concerning you situation, it seems to me that your pregnancy had a great deal to do with your weight gain versus working out. It is always best to complete your family plan prior...
Compression garments type and when applied varies from plastic surgeon to plastic surgeon and not dependent usually on the type of lipo performed. In my practice, A compression garment placed in surgery immediately after liposuction (steristrip protects the sutures) is recommended and...
