6 weeks post tumescent liposuction, am I still swollen? (Photos)

Question

So it's been 6 weeks. Is there a difference???? I feel like I see a difference in pictures but not when I see myself in the mirror. I think I'm still swollen, some days more than others.... there's a line of my underwear, is that normal??? will I see more improvement or this is it ? I'm kind of disappointed to be honest.

Daniel Brown, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thanks for your questions and photos.  You are definitely still quite swollen - at 6 weeks post, I tell my patients that 50-60% of the swelling is resolved.  The remaining 40-50% of the swelling will resolve over the next 4.5 months.  After reviewing you photos, you have a noticeable change in contour that will certainly continue to improve as the swelling decreases. If you continue to have concerns please address them with your surgeon.  Good news is that you definitely will continue to improve.  Best wishes!Daniel Brown, MD, FACS      Diplomate, American Board of Plastic Surgeons      Member American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons      Member American Society of Plastic Surgeons       Real Self Top 500

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello. Great question. Congratulations on your procedure. At 6 weeks there is still swelling present. It can take 3-6 months for all the swelling to go down. A personal examination is needed to properly determine if there is no fluid collection present. Keep following your surgeon's post op instructions.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Yes, it is too soon to tell what your final results will be. You have swelling, which can last 3-6 months after your procedure. I recommend adding hyperbaric oxygen and lymphatic massage along with your compression to help decrease swelling. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding vanquish for further fat removal, exilis/venus legacy for skin tightening, cellutone/z wave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Garrett M. Crabtree, MD · Answer

There is definite improvement . You are still swollen and will take 3-6 months to reach a final result. Be patient and continue to check back with your surgeon . Dr Crabtree

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Yes, there is a difference, but you still have a fair amount of swelling. Please continue wearing your garments and massaging the area. It will take time for you to heal. Please discuss any concerns you have with your doctor.

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