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Swollen, Hard, Tender Under Chin 8 Days After Smartlipo Normal?
I had my smartlipo on chin only, 8 days ago. It is now swollen, hard, painful to the touch, and tight. It feels slightly better when I wear compression, but I'm not sure I should wear it this far out after surgery. I started taking Arnica Montana 2 days prior to surgery & continue to take it, with Vitamin C, lots of water, & light exercise, but the area is larger than before the surgery. Is this normal? What else do I need to do, and be looking out for in case I am having a bad reaction?
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Katie Q
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What to Expect after Chink/Upper Nec Liposuction
Swelling following Chin Liposuction can vary early on whether Smart Lipo or traditional liposuction techniques. What you describe is probably a normal response to surgery.
There are many predictable portions of the healing process that ALL PATIENTS EXPERIENCE after liposuction. Temporary areas of firmness (lumps) can be seen early on but usually resolve on their own. Although both doctor and patients would like to not have this happen, it is part of the healing...
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Swelling after Smartlipo
Hi Katie Q,
For you to have some swelling, mild tenderness, and even firmness is not unusual about 7 to 10 days after this procedure. HOWEVER, hard and painful is concerning. See you surgeon this week and have it looked at. You may need a little steroid injection if not some by mouth. Sounds like you're doing everything you need to do. Have your doctor look at it.
Best of luck
Chase Lay, MD
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Swollen & Tender Chin afer Smart Lipo
Some swelling and discomfort is common after liposuction but what you are describing seems more serious. Notify you doctor right away to make sure you don't have an infection.
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This does not sound normal.
I would recommend an immediate assessment by your surgeon. It is possible you are describing an early infection that needs immediate medical attention. I would conduct yourself accordingly.
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