Although it is uncommon to experience the degree of pain you are having 22 days after arm liposuction, your situation is one that plastic surgeons see from time to time. Let me reassure you that time is ultimately the most important healer in your case. It is extremely rare for symptoms such as yours to... more
What can I do for nerve pain following liposuction?
I had lipo 22 days ago to my arms and upper/lower abs. Now that the numbness has worn off, I am having a really hard time with what seems like nerve pain. My skin feels like it has been severely burned. The arms are the worst and the compression garment is unbearable by evening.
I am at 10 hours daily of compression garment wear, but am unsure which is worse, as going without it is very painful also. I think I need to stay in it more, since I still have swelling. I am doing epsom salts baths daily and had a lymphatic massage this week. I begin endermologie treatments next week if I am able to stand it.
All pain killers I have tried are completely ineffective. 800 mg Ibuprofen isn't helping, either. Is there anything anyone can recommend? My anxiety level from this is affecting me in a huge way. I'm not wanting to go back to using the Darvocet if possible because it caused severe constipation. I'm hoping to get in to see my doctor on Friday. Thanks so much
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7 answers to “What can I do for nerve pain...”A: Wait for your visit, ask about desensitization
I understand what you are going through. It sounds like you are correct in your diagnosis of the problem. Most likely, the symptoms will be present for a while, but will correct themselves over time as you heal. In the mean time, you will likely benefit from desensitization of the healing nerves.... more
A: Pain after liposuction
It is not uncommon for patients to have changes in sensation after liposuction that usually gets better over the first 4-6 weeks as the swelling subsides and the body heals. Severe pain is unusual but slightly more common with ultrasonic or laser lipolysis techniques where fat removal is less specific. ... more
A: Hypersensitivity After liposuction and methods to reduce it
Hypersensitivity after liposuction can occur and this is what I have observed in my practice which may be useful to you. Typically I see it more with ultrasonic liposuction and it occurs late at about 2-3 weeks when the nerves are recovering. Usually it resolves and I use... more
A: Revisit your surgeon and wait on Endermologie until all pain subsides
Nerve pain/burning 22 days after liosuction is uncommon, but certainly possible. One thing to consider is whether an internal form of liposuction-assist was used, such as laser or internal ultrasound. The internal laser or ultrasound could potentially be causing the burning sensation as an... more
A: Burning pain is a dyesthesia
The burning pain your are experiencing is most likely a hyperesthesia or dysethesia, essentially a bruised nerve. Most commonly patient's complain of a deep burn or ache. Even light touch to the area can cause this type of pain. It will get better with some time. If it is very... more
A: See your doctor now to make sure you don't have an infection.
Normally after liposuction there is little or no pain after 24-48 hours. I would call your doctor and request to be seen to make sure you have no infection or other complication. I would not do the endermologie treatment if you are having pain. At the same time, if not before, I would call to get a different... more
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