Hello. I had liposuction done to the flanks and abdomen about 5 weeks ago and though Im told massage will reduce the hardness and lumpiness, I cant seem to do that due to the pain. I can barely scrub with my washcloth during a shower and when Im driving I cringe at every pot hole. Does this pain sound normal after 5 weeks or should I go to the ER? I can barely touch myself and the pain seems more intense around the flanks. Im starting to get realy worried.
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July 26, 2010
Answer: Excruciating pain after liposuction is rare
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Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Liposuction lumps and bumps can almost always be improved with further treatments such as micro cannulas liposuction or fat grafting or just fine undermining the fibrous bands or adhesions.
Doesn't it even sound a bit strange that a known anorexic wants liposuction? I think that you are absolutely correct in assuming that no ethical doctor would be comfortable offering you liposuction. Yet while you have this insight you are still considering the procedure. I think...
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In four months, you see the final result of your first liposuction. Then, you can proceed with other areas and with breast augmentation. If any touch up is needed from the first liposuction, you can have that done at the second operation.