I had fat grafting to my thigh, and it’s pretty swollen. Can I wear a compression stocking or will that kill the fat?

Thank you for submitting you concern.Based on the information you have provided it all depends on several factors, starting out with, when you surgery date was? How have you healed? I would suggest you contact your plastic surgeon for his orders. Best of luck. 

Thanks for your question.You are correct to be cautious with wearing compressive garments after fat transfers. It ultimately boils down to timing. Early after the procedure the transferred fat is very delicate and susceptible to ischemia and death if put under significant pressure. With time, the tissue reestablishes its blood supply and becomes more hearty. There is no complete consensus in the field of plastic surgery when it comes to the exact timing of this. In my practice I do not recommend utilizing compression clothing for the first 3 to 4 weeks after a fat transfer.  Best wishes.