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Why is Body Bigger After Smart Lipo Than Before?

BrownSugaMay 24, 2010
I had laser lipo a week ago on my upper and lower abs and love handles. The next day after my procedure, I was very pleased with my results. Next week all of a sudden my stomach became very swollen and hard! bigger than it was before I had the procedure. I feel I have not accomplished anything.

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Dr. Ron Shelton, MD
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Dr. Ron Shelton, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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Answered on May 29, 2010
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Dr. Steven Wallach, MD
Dr. Steven Wallach, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on May 30, 2010
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Dr. Kamran Khoobehi, MD
Dr. Kamran Khoobehi, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on May 27, 2010
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Dr. Edgar Franklin Fincher, MD, PhD
Dr. Edgar Franklin Fincher, MD, PhD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Answered on May 27, 2010
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