Asymmetrical Hips After Lipo/TT? (photo)

        I think it likely that there is a component of swelling obscuring results at this time.  In addition, there may be some side to side asymmetry in bony and muscular structure that was not appreciated prior to surgery.  Seromas can certainly alter contours.  It is fairly easy to determine by the surgeon the relative flap thickness in liposuction, and something like this in my experience does not occur.  Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

Hi there,

At this time post op, and with the seroma history, it's very hard to know whether the asymmetry seen is because of different swelling on each side due to the seroma. THere may even be residual seroma on the right - if it was drained from the left.  I suggest you check again with your surgeon.

My general comment is that if you were symmetric preop, it would be very unusual to be significantly asymmetric postop - it is not a hard operation in which to achieve good symmetry. So I think this will be swelling related.

My other comment is that your tummy tuck looks very good.  I think your surgeon looks to have done a very professional, aesthetic job.  The belly button looks good, and the scar is nice and low.

 

All the very best.