How Much Bruising and Swelling Does Smart Lipo Cause?

I assume smart lipo requires lots of downtime to recover.  no swimsuits for a few months

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Do the Bumps from Smart Lipo Go Away?

I had smart lipo abut a month ago and I have one fairly large hard bump on my lower abdomen. I was wondering if anyone else had something similar and...

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Smart Lipo - How Can I Reverse the Side Effects?

I had my hips and pubic area done july 2008 and have had many complications post op. Because of all the swelling and skin loss in the pubic area after...

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Terrible Itching After Smart Lipo

I am now 4 days post-Smart Lipo. Why is the itching so bad? Is it something internal or just the garments?

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Treatments to Correct Bad Smart Lipo Results?

I had Smart Lipo done 3 month ago. I had bad infection (Staphylococcus Epidermis) after the procedure. My stomach looks terrible and I can’t...

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How Long Will Smart Lipo Pain Last?

I had smart lipo on my chin, abs and back flanks over a week ago and had hardly any bruising. However, I have a deep soreness in my abs and back. I...

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SmartLipo Nerve Damage Recovery?

I had SmartLipo under my chin, and the dr. hit a nerve, leaving me with paralysis on the left side of my mouth. I am now 10 weeks out, and I still...

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Smart Lipo on Abs and Waist. Will It Cause Too Much Excess Skin?

How well does Smart Lipo work on the abdomen and waist areas?  After the procedure, should I expect a lot of excess skin that has to be cut away?...

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Why Did I Get Burned During SmartLipo Treatments?

I recently had Smart lipo on my lower abs and during the procedure, I heard the doctor tell the nurse there is a malfunction and I smelled burning...

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Boil-like Bumps After SmartLipo

I had Smartlipo one month ago on my upper arms and armpits. About 2 weeks ago, I began to have either boils or pustules under one armpit only. It...

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When Does the Bumpiness Go Away After Smart Lipo?

I Had smart lipo done on my outer thighs 3 months ago and i have alot of bumpiness, other than that i am extremely happy with it. I have not done any...

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Exercising After Smart Lipo

I am 8 days after Smart Lipo on my upper and lower abdominals.  I have swelling etc. (as everyone else does). However, my doctor has instructed...

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How Can I Fix the Permanent Lumps and Bruising from my Smart Lipo?

I was in great shape, thin and toned despite a little flab on my arms. I had Smart Lipo on my arms. I had Smart Lipo 7 months ago for my arms and...

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What to Do About Skin Discoloration After Smart Lipo?

I had smart lipo done 8 weeks ago to the saddle bags - outer thighs - and I still have discolored skin. The skin is darker (I am caucasian) in the...

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What to Do with Lumps on Abdomen After Smart Lipo?

I'm male, 38 years old, almost 4 months post op. I had almost 900cc's of fat removed from my abdomen and need to know if the waviness I have in my...

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How Are Smart Lipo Side Effects Avoided?

Iam considering having Smart Lipo in NY. I have read some disturbing accounts of lumps, bumps and ropiness afterward. Is this avoided by the skill of...

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Smartlipo Revision Recommendation: Bay Area Doctor

I wanted to have my saddlebags removed, but was otherwise happy with my body. My surgeon was overly aggressive with the Smart Lipo though, and left me...

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How Soon After Smart Lipo Should I Be Pain Free?

After Smart Lipo, how long does the pain from surgery last? How do I know if the pain is lasting too long and I might have a complication?

What to Do with Skin Puckering After Smart Lipo?

Post Smart Lipo of abdomen, how long does it take for skin puckering to resolve? What can I do to smooth the skin around the abdomen after Smart Lipo?...

Is Smart Lipo on Arms Safe for Patient Who Had Breast Cancer?

I had breast cancer 11 yrs ago; stage 1 NO node involvement; radiation and lumpectomy with node dissection (don't know how many removed). Had minor...

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Is Back Pain a Common Smart Lipo Side Effect?

It's been 7 days since I had my smart lipo procedure and I am experiencing severe back pain. Is this back pain normal?

Potential Scarring from Smart Lipo?

I am dark skinned (type 5) and am considering Smart (Laser) Liposuction. I have a history of keloid scarring. Are there any other risks of scarring...

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Is Hair Loss a Smart Lipo Side Effect?

I had smart lipo in September last year. By November, I started shedding hair and it hasn't stopped. I've been to the doctor but we are now just...

Numbness Due to Compression Garment After Smart Lipo

I had Smart Lipo 2 days ago in my thigh area and one of my legs is numb (like a pins and needles). Is this normal? I think it's from my compression...

Can Varicose Veins Occur After Having a Combination of Lipo/smart Lipo Procedure?

I had a combination of lipo and smart lipo done in March 2008 on love handles, outer and inner thighs. I had to go to a vascular doctor recently...

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Laser Smart Lipo Side Effects- Burning Sensation 1 Month Post Op.

I had laser smart lipo almost a month ago. I am still having a BURNING sensation all over my core area. I feel like my skin is raw and it hurts. I am...

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Is the Laser They Use in SmartLipo to Liquefy Fat Harmful to Health?

What problems are there with the liquefied fat from SmartLipo, what side effects might someone experience? Can fat become infected?

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Sweating More After SmartLipo Under my Arms and Thighs Normal?

Sweating a lot more than I did before. I heard that SmartLipo helps with sweating. I seem to be having the adverse effect. I had my abs, calves, and...

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