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????
July 24, 2017
Answer: Swelling after liposuction
Swelling after liposuction is common and the larger the volume removed, the more you will swell. My advice is to put the scale in your closet and not get it out for 6 months. Lipo is not a weight loss procedure - it is a contouring procedure. Hopefully you have a follow up appointment scheduled with your doctor and they can examine you and make sure you are healing appropriately.
Good Luck.
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July 24, 2017
Answer: Swelling after liposuction
Swelling after liposuction is common and the larger the volume removed, the more you will swell. My advice is to put the scale in your closet and not get it out for 6 months. Lipo is not a weight loss procedure - it is a contouring procedure. Hopefully you have a follow up appointment scheduled with your doctor and they can examine you and make sure you are healing appropriately.
Good Luck.
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Answer: Swelling after liposuction Thank you for your question. Yes, it is possible. Swelling and large amounts of fluid retention are expected and are a normal aspect of recovery following liposuction. Fluids in the blood vessels leak into the tissues and have this effect. There are methods such as massage, exercise, and compression which help to deal with the swelling. Although swelling is normal, you should still contact your plastic surgeon regarding your concern and any questions you may have. I hope that answers your question on swelling. It's great you're doing your research. I always say that the best patients are informed patients. Thanks for reading and best of luck on your journey!
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Answer: Swelling after liposuction Thank you for your question. Yes, it is possible. Swelling and large amounts of fluid retention are expected and are a normal aspect of recovery following liposuction. Fluids in the blood vessels leak into the tissues and have this effect. There are methods such as massage, exercise, and compression which help to deal with the swelling. Although swelling is normal, you should still contact your plastic surgeon regarding your concern and any questions you may have. I hope that answers your question on swelling. It's great you're doing your research. I always say that the best patients are informed patients. Thanks for reading and best of luck on your journey!
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