Is It Possible to Have 20lbs of Swelling After Liposuction?

June 12, 2011
Asked By:Brina1234 in Burleson, TX

I had surgery on Tuesday I went in at 165. Dr took 7.5 liters. I am very swollen and I weigh 175 today. I have not felt much like eating.. Can't be that. Can I really have 20lbs of water weight????

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June 21, 2019

Answer: Swelling after liposuction: normal

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Andrew P. Trussler, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Swelling after liposuction: normal

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Andrew P. Trussler, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
January 25, 2012

Answer: Fluid retention after liposuction

Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
January 25, 2012

Answer: Fluid retention after liposuction

Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
June 21, 2019

Answer: Swelling after lipo is normal

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Sean T. Lille, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 21, 2019

Answer: Swelling after lipo is normal

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Sean T. Lille, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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July 24, 2017

Answer: Swelling after liposuction

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