I'm 24 years old, 5'0", 88lbs - but have a round protruding belly. I've never had kids, but looking through toddler photos of me, I've always had this fat lower belly. I recently went from 110lbs down to 88lbs in the last year, by eating clean and exercising moderately 2-4 times a week. Should I keep trying to get a flat belly through exercise + diet, or get liposuction to remove it, since I'm underweight? Concerned that I'll have to be 80lbs before I lose it.
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Answer: Underweight with lower belly fat - should I get liposuction? (Photo)
No type of liposuction will give you the result you are seeking. It will be necessary to reduce the volume inside your abdomen first. For patients who tend to collect fat inside their abdomen first 'apple shape', this can come as unwelcome news.The silver lining is that the...
It is very common to have bruising and swelling for weeks to months after liposuction procedures. What is most important is that you follow your surgeons post operative instructions and continue compression. If you are concerned, lymphatic massage and Velashape or Venus Legacy treatments can...
