I am taking Victoza (liraglutide) for insulin resistance. It suppresses my appetite and slows gastric emptying. Should I not take my shot of Victoza the day I have laser lipo done or does it really matter? I was curious as to how it will affect the anesthesia or if it will have an impact on it at all. Do I need to stop taking Victoza (liraglutide) on the day of or a few days earlier before a laser lipo procedure?
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From your photo, I note relative fullness of your abdomen and flanks. Liposuction of the flanks will narrow the waist.
Liposuction of the abdomen alone may create a disproportionate appearance.
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Yes, you can safely have this area treated with Lipo. You need an experienced surgeon familiar with both the anatomy and the procedure performed on this area in the past. I prefer VASER which allows a gentler approach and better sculpting in my hands.
I guess theoretically you could have both done at the same time but I doubt anyone would do that. There is considerable drainage after liposuction. The dressings are bulky. I would not recommend doing both at the same time
