Lumpy thighs after Liposuction?

I had Liposuction on my inner thighs one week ago. Although the actual procedure was very painful, my recovery has been much easier than I anticipated. One of my legs looks swollen but fine whereas the other one is just a mass of very ugly lumps and bumps.

It looks like really bad cellulite with a bunch of saggy skin over it. Is this appearance likely to change very much as I continue my recovery?

2 answers to “Lumpy thighs after Liposuction?”

A: Hard to tell

Robin T.W. Yuan, MD

In general, liposuction will make smooth surfaces lumpy and lumpy surfaces more lumpy.  But things can worsen or improve post-op depending on individual circumstances. Much of it depends on the anatomy you begin with. Discuss your concerns with your surgeon and see if massage, Endermologie,... more

A: Rule out hematoma after Liposuction

Hisham Seify, MD, PhD

One week is early after surgery. However, I recommend that you check with your surgeon to rule out any hematomas. In general, I recommend lymphatic massage and compression garment for my patients for 6 weeks.

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