Long does it take for water weight to go away after lipo? I am 7 weeks post op

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I put on weight right after liposuction am 7 weeks post op now still wearing my garment 12 hours a day started going to gym eating one meal a day breakfast only egg whites and vegs no carb lunch and dinner I do smoothie with vegan protein powered mixed with fruits..am drinking alot of water..my clothes are tight I thought it is water weight please help me is this nomal my face, my arms my all body is fat what can I do

Marshall T. Partington, MD, FACS · Answer

We
usually do not start to consider a final resolution of swelling for at least 3
months. It sounds like you are eating well. Actually, numerous small well balanced
meals through the day is much better than not eating. Good that you are
flushing with a lot of water intake. Watch out for salt in all of its forms.
You may try wearing the garment 24/7 to see if that helps shrink out water,
particularly when you exercise. Hang in there, time is on your side.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It is very common to have bruising and swelling for weeks to months after liposuction procedures.  I tell people it takes minimum 3 months to see the swelling go down and in the mean time I give oral water pills to help decrease the swelling faster.  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 be used to improve the swelling and help the skin tighten.  My patients start treatments right away and it improves the long term results.  Speak to your physician if you are concerned.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Patients typically experience the maximum amount of swelling a week after liposuction. From then on, the swelling gradually decreases over the next six to eight weeks. The amount of swelling and the length of time it takes for the swelling to dissipate varies from person to person. The total amount of fat removed and the anatomic area(s) where liposuction was performed will often cause some differences in how long swelling persists. For instance, lower extremities typically stay swollen for a long time as tends to be the case with the abdomen. The neck and arms typically have less swelling, which typically resolves faster. Patients in overall good health tend to heal faster. At seven weeks, the majority of the changes and results should be seen. Off-the-cuff, I wouldn't cast aside the 25% of the final results and that swelling is still present. Talk to your plastic surgeon about your concerns.Best of luck,Mats Hagstrom, M.D.

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