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Resuts Initially Good, but Now Seem to Have Reversed...
asked 1 year ago by cherrycool
Latest answer by Edwin Ishoo, MD
Question viewed 177 times
Tags: female, 1 week post-op, belly, belly fat, not working
I had vaser liposuction nine days ago on my abdomen to remove a small, stubborn pot belly. Around days four to seven, I could see great results - my stomach was completely flat and I was delighted, although it was hard. However, as of yesterday the pot belly has gradually returned, and I look almost the exact same as before! The skin is soft again. I'm distraught - someone please tell me why this happened and if it will go away...?
2 answers to Resuts Initially Good, but Now Seem to Have Reversed...
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Post-VASER fullness
It is likely that you have tissue swelling (edema) or a fluid collection (seroma) both of which are very common with Liposuction and especially with VASER. In my practice, patients are instructed to wear their first stage compression guarment 23 hrs/day for the first 7-10 days and the second stage guarment for the following 6-8 weeks. We see our patients for post-lipo care treatments daily for the first week and closely manage swelling and seromas. If necessary, I start the patient on...
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Vaser liposuction
I advise my patients to wear their surgical garment 24 hours a day for 4 weeks and at night for the 5th week. Swelling is still present. Give yourself 4-6 months before assessing any results. Best of luck!
Christine Sullivan, MD
Columbus Plastic Surgeon
Columbus Plastic Surgeon