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Is It Normal to Be Constipated 1 Month After Abdominal Liposuction?
Also is it normal to still have hardness in the abdomen on week six. Thank you.
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Hardness of the abdomen and liposuction
Thank you foe rate question. Yes, for both questions. Hardening may take several month to completely go away. As for constipation, if you are till taking prescription pain medicine or not drinking lot of fluids it may result in constipation. My advice for you is discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon.
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Liposuction firmness and constipation
Constipation is not usual a month after liposuction. Are you still taking pain medications? Also firmness can occur and usually softens over a few months.
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Hardness after liposuction
You can have residual swelling but should see your plastic surgeon in followup to confirm whether this is actually the case. Constipation is common after anesthesia and pain medication in the short run, but not six weeks postop. You may need to modify your diet or see your internist about it.
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Hardness
You can have hardness 6 weeks post lipo. At this point you are well away from pain medications that can cause constipation. There is no connection between bowel function and lipo. See you surgeon.
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Constipation one month after liposuction
No, it isn't common to be constipated one month after a liposuction. However, taking pain medations such as codeine will definitely contipate most patients.
For constipation, try Omega-3 capsules, up to 4000 mg per day. Also be sure you are getting your daily share of fiber, found in vegetables, fruit, and whole grain products. Stay away from sweets and simple carbohydrates. Try to be physically active such as walking after dinner.
Good luck with this problem.
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