10 Lbs of Weight Gain Right After Breast Aug. & Liposuction, Is This Normal?

Question

I had & liposuction (hips, thighs, & knees) & the morning after the procedure I was up 10lbs. I did not have any drainage from my incisions after the procedures. My PS said 3 liters was infused and about 3 liters removed. I am a little less than a week out & have only lost 2lbs.I've been wearing my garmet 24hrs/day, increased my water intake, & resting & walking. What’s the best way to help lose the water weight & is it all water weight?

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.

	It is normal to retain water weight and be swollen after liposuction surgery.  If you have normal kidney function, your body will get rid of the extra fluid on its own as you heal.

	I hope this helps.

Peter E. Johnson, MD · Answer

In our instructions after liposuction, we tell our patients to stay off the scale though most can't help it as the temptation is just too great to see what you have 'lost'. The problem is that the treated areas will swell with inflammation and the products of healing and fluid will be retained until the healing process is far along. You should have an adequate fluid intake, wear your garment to control the swelling and contour, and wait things out.

Ronald V. DeMars, MD (Retired) · Answer

What you are experiencing is the normal fluid retention that occurs after a surgery. It will gradually disappear. Some people think it is helpful to drink large amounts of water to help flush it out.

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10 Lbs of Weight Gain Right After Breast Aug. & Liposuction, Is This Normal?

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