Hello doctors! It has been 15 days since my smart arms lipo. My arms are now numbs and i can see some bumps and definitely feel the lumps everytime i massage my arms 2x a day. My question is how soon can I use radiofrequency for skin tightening and is it okay if i massage it 2x a day? I can feel and see difference though every each day. Thanks!
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Congratulations
on your recent procedure...The procedure of liposuction is an
"insult" to the soft tissues, resulting in swelling which will
initially totally obscure the operative result. The
purpose of a compression garment is to prevent bleeding and...
Hi PreciousK,
Getting in and out of bed can be the most challenging things following the procedure, especially if liposuction of the core area was performed. This is due to being sore in that area, and the garment restricting movement a bit. It is very normal to experience some discomfort...
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From the photos you provided, you appear to be demonstrating what is termed peau d'orange (orange peel) skin, where the skin develops the appearance of an orange peel. This is due to the swelling of the skin and soft tissues resulting from surgical trauma. This...