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Skin Still Burning 5 Months After Liposuction?
I had liposuction 5 months ago and my skin is still burning in one area (inner thigh on one leg). I had multiple sites lipo'd, but the rest of my body is fine. I've called the doctor's office several times to see if this is normal. The answer is always yes, it is normal. The doctor never calls back but lets the office coordinator answer my questions. I would like an answer from a doctor. My question is....IS it really normal to experience this after 5 months?
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gothamgirl
in new york, ny
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Burning 5 Months after Liposuction
Burning 5 months after liposuction may not be normal, but this is not unexpected. I think your doctor is being honest, and there is not a surgical option to consider at this point. If this type of pain is affecting your quality of life, there are medications that can help with neuropathic pain. Kenneth Hughes, MD liposuction Los Angeles, CA
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Burnung several months after liposuction, is it normal?
It is unusual to get this type of long term burning after traditional tumescent liposuction as the nerves are traumatized but preserved. I could see this type of long term issues happening after laser or ultrasonic liposuction. There are neuropathic pains that can develop after any type of surgery in which case you need to consult a pain specialist.
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Burning 5 months after liposuction
You may have reflex sympathetic dystrophy from the procedure which can lead to burning of an area innervated by sensory nerves that may have been impacted by the surgery. It might be good to go to a pain specialist.
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Burning after lipo can happen but should be evaluated
Burning and strange sensations can occur after liposuction and can last for many months. This is certainly not "normal" but it will most likely get better and not cause a real problem for you after it goes away. My bigger concern is that you have not had a response from your surgeon. Having your questions answered by the coordinator and never the doctor is in my opinion unacceptable. your care should continue well after your surgery is over. You should make an appointment to see your surgeon...
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Burning sensations after liposuction
Even some longer term burning sensations can be normal after liposuction- I anticipate this will slowly resolve over time... be patient!
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