Numbness and Itching After Smart Lipo Triplex on Forearm

asked 1 year ago by jscentral islip in central islip ny
Latest answer by Ronald Shelton, MD
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Tags: itchy, numb, upper arms

I had smart lipo triplex touch up on my upper arms yesterday. Today, left arm is fine but the underneath side of my right forearm (lower arm)is numb and itches like crazy. The top of the forearm and hand is fine. I called Dr's office and the girl said not to worry sometimes the fluid travels or could be from swelling. Is this normal?

4 answers to Numbness and Itching After Smart Lipo Triplex on Forearm

Numbness that is temporary can happen after liposuction

Patchy numbness is not uncommon as is tingling or sensitivity after liposuction. Usually these symptoms go away after a while, but that could be weeks to months. If a nerve is irritated then the distribution of that nerve's pathway may feel weird for a while. See your doctor and they should evaluate your symptoms and see if treatment with some medication may help reduce inflammation.

Ronald Shelton, MD
Manhattan Dermatologist

Numbness and Itching after smartlipo liposuction are probably due to swelling and inflammation

Numbness and Itching after smartlipo liposuction are probably due to swelling and inflammation. Other problems such as nerve damage also usually resolve but comments like "don't worry" are never appropriate.

Edward Lack, MD
Chicago Dermatologist

Numbness and itchiness after smart lipo

Some numbness cna occur after liposuction. AS for itching, it can be may different thiings including an allergic reaction. You should see your doctor if you have a problem.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon