SEE SAMPLE VIDEO RESTULTS BELOW BY CLICKING MORE: This can occur for some time after surgery. Light compression can be useful and I often have people covert from the uncomfortable restrictive post op garments to spandex type "under armor" shirts for up to 3 weeks... more
Swollen areolas after Liposuction and Nipple Reduction
I am a male who recently had a nipple reduction with liposuction. The doctor did not provide any compression and 5 weeks later, I still have swollen areolas and I look worse than before the surgery. What can I do?
This is really bothering me. I started using a compression vest 4 days after the surgery. Should I continue to wear the vest or is it pointless at this point? I am concerned the streched areolas won't return to their original shape.
4 answers to “Swollen areolas after Liposuction...”
A: It is still time for compression and massage
It is still time for compression, lymphatic massage. It is always good to discuss the concerns with your surgeon. It will get better with time.
A: Swelling after breast surgery
It's not uncommon to have excessive swelling following this procedure. It can last 6 months or even longer, especially if you are going to the gym. I would reccomend a compression vest and lymphatic massage after discussing it with your surgeon. I am a big fan of compression garments especially during exercise... more
A: Compression would be good.
Always talk to the surgeon who performed the procedure and has benefit of exam. Next, you may want to ask him about getting roller from a bedroom and bathroom store-a massager. Sometimes the vigorous deep massage will really help mobilize and soften the residual swelling. It is not uncommon for a... more
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