“Lumps intensified by compression garment after tummy lipo”
Liposuction: Worth it
Pain: Uncomfortable
I am a petite, fairly thin (by American standards) Asian woman in my late 20's. While my physique is athletic, I lack the curvature of a female; in fact i tend to hold most of my fat in my 'flanks.' Therefore, I decided to undergo liposuction on May 29th around my waist to give it some curves...let's be honest, I am/was (?) built like a boy. I was told just short of 500cc's were taken out. The procedure was rather easy– I was about and walking in less than 2 days and discomfort is minimal, EXCEPT the compression garment.
I am wondering just how important the elastic compression garment is? It's been just under a week, and the bands seem to be creating lumps where the bandage is not taught. I am trying to minimize sitting or bending over, but the garment is about 12" in height: ribs to hips And so I am wondering if the lumps are going to affect the outcome; and if there's a way to minimize this.
Jun 4, 2009Comments and replies (13)
16 posts
4 Jun 2009
did your doctor gave you this garment? or is this something you bought yourself?
117 posts
4 Jun 2009
I think you have a crappy garment. I had abs and thighs done, but my garment covers from just under my ribs to below my knees. One thing my doctor reiterated in my follow0up day after surgery was to not let there be wrinkles in my garment. I bought a spare garment on line and that is what I wear most of the time now. At the very least go to Target and get a spanx that covers you from under your ribs to thighs. Massage often and drink lots of fluids to help get rid of the lumps and if you still need help, go to your chiropractor and get some ultrasound. Good luck.
10 posts
5 Jun 2009
Thanks so much for the input! The doctor gave this to me– it was even re-sewn smaller. I specifically sought him as he is renowned for working on models and dancers who don't have much fat (as I am fairly thin) and so I'm inclined to think he knows best, but I must honestly say Im a bit worried. I've heard spanx are not firm enough, while the thicker elastic tends to pucker. Ann in indy– what site did you buy your garment from? -concerned but happy!
117 posts
5 Jun 2009
I sent you an e-mail as I don't think the moderators want posters recommending sites. Good luck, you look great.
1 post
17 Jun 2009
Ann in indy could you please email me the site where you purchased your garment. thanks
117 posts
18 Jun 2009
chert, are you a registered on this site or just a guest because I cannot click on your name to send you a PM? Just google Bella Jane for the garment. I really like it. But tomorrow is supposed to be 90 degrees, I might not like it so much then. :)
24 posts
19 Jun 2009
My garment is also annoying me. I have worn it for 2 whole days now and tonight I'm taking it off for good. I did a google search and read that the garment was just to make you feel more intact. Goodbye garment!
24 posts
20 Jun 2009
If ur happy to wear your garment do so, I hate mine and I see a huge difference without it. ALso I am more comfortable. Maybe I have a garment that is not right for me, although it was made in the USA for this procedure? I hate it and wont ware it. I hope your garment and you are doing great, I'm post op 3 days and already see a huge difference, but this is my second attempt, on one area! First was in April and No results on one area.
6 posts
22 Jul 2009
I was told not to wear a garment either and that everyone evens out the same in the end..The wore the medical garment for the first four days and then saw a lot of denting from it..I do feel more comfortable without it but I am willing to wear one if I really am supposed to. Why would my doctor tell me otherwise..I'm sorry but I value peoples experiences more..Is it too late to start wearing a garment again? I wore it 4 days after lipo and now its been 4 days without..Im so confused..
7 posts
15 Aug 2009
I had stomach lipo several years ago, and I probably would have been much happier if not for the impact the compression garment made. I did not know before I had lipo that the creases in the compression garment, which looked just like yours in your photo, would cause PERMANENT creases in my tummy. I don't think everyone evens out in the end as one person stated. My crease is still there 3 years later. That said, I was happy with lipo and only wish I had taken off the garment or found a smoother one to wear. My doctor did have me where foam under it, which I guess was to minimize the crease issue.