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More Circumference After Body Lift?

I got a body lift and i am now 7 days postop. Its a quite early stage and i know swelling is common, but is it normal to have 10 cm more waist circumference than pre op?

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3 Doctor Answers | Asked by Carna0815

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Swelling After Body Lift Can Be Significant

Thank you for your question. At about 3-7 days after surgery, swelling tends to reach its peak and can be significant after a body lift. A 10 cm increase in circumference is not out of the norm. Discuss your concerns with your surgeon to get some peace of mind. Best wishes on your recovery.

Increase in waist after LBL?

Thanks for your post. It might be a good idea to talk to your surgeon about this and rule out a trapped fluid collection under the skin. Best wishes, Dr. Aldo.

Aldo Guerra, MD

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Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon

More Circumference After Body Lift?

I can, think off the top, of four contributing reasons, none of which should affect your final outcome. swelling, normal after surgery increased intra-abdominal size, common with narcotic pain meds which slow intestinal motility measurement error--it is quite difficult to consistently measure circumference. The slightest tilt of difference in site of measurement can make a large difference. I have had patients after liposuction whose measurements seemed larger,... more

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