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Is It Absolutely Necessary to Wear a Compression Garment for 3 Months After Liposuction?

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I just had liposuction on my upper and lower abdomen and my doctor told me I have to wear the compression girdle for 3 MONTHS. I've read on-line that typically compression garments should be worn for up to a month. Why does my doctor insist on 3 months? My procedure wasn't intense as I was fairly thin before (couldn't get rid of my pouch) and I seem to be recovering well. After a month, would it be okay if I were to wear the garment at night only?

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