9 weeks post lipo to the upper and lower abdomen and my back. Are these lumps going to go away or is it fat coming back? (Photo)

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I am concerned that the lumps surrounding my belly button is fat coming back or could it be swelling/fluid still hanging around? It almost looks like my stomach is frowning. I am worried this will not get completely better. Do I have a valid concern or give it more time and it will heal on its own? Another thing I'm concerned with is my love handles, it seems that the fluid isn't budging. There is just as much fluid in them as there was 1 week post op. Tinder as well. Is that normal Thank you

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Swelling as part of the normal healing process and it can create contour irregularities. Sometimes it may take several months for these two completely resolved.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

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

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and photographs.  It is difficult without an in-person examination to determine what may be taking place.  Most commonly this is residual swelling from surgery which will spontaneously resolve over the next several months but it would be important to voice your concerns to your surgeon to ensure that other issues are not taking place - discrete fluid collection, muscle laxity, or residual adipose tissue. It is unlikely to be belly fat coming back unless you have gained weight since your procedure.  I think it best to allow more time to pass before assessing your long-term result.

Nick Masri, MD, FACS · Answer

i dont think that its the fat coming back. Its more like fat that may have been missed with the liposuction. It is very difficult to create a smooth contour of the abdomen with liposuction. The reason for this is that the connective tissue holding the fat in place under the skin is irregular. Babies, weight gain, age, and genetics Is a big part of it. 
You may still be swollen. It can take six months to a year for the postop swelling to resolve. Remember, even Kim Kardashians abdomen is airbrushed in pictures. Discuss this with your plastic surgeon. Best Wishes

Ven Erella, MD · Answer

Thank you for your questions. Your swelling and lumpiness are common at this stage and they get better in the coming several weeks. Please express your concerns to your PS

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