Why do I see barely any results 6 weeks post liposuction?

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I had a bbl and lipo on my stomach, arms, and legs. On my arms and legs I do see some slight improvement. However on my stomach, I have pooch in my lower belly but its hard. On the sides, the shape is better but when I bend or sit, there are rolls that seem like fat. I did have rolls before but the doctor said after surgery i wouldnt have it. I also have lumps and in some areas the skin looks loose. Will this improve? I only weigh about 2 pounds less than pre-surgery.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Swelling can be significant in the first few weeks and may take 6 months or longer to resolve.Kenneth Hughes, MD

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question and I am sorry that your current results have not been what you anticipated.  Swelling is most likely masking your results as the stomach is requires more fluid to be placed for liposuction and has a greater capacity for stretching than the legs or arms.  Be patient but voice your concerns to your surgeon, they can offer you the best reassurance.

James E. Hardy, MD · Answer

Hi and thanks for the question. It takes approximately 16 weeks for the results of liposuction to be present. Be patient, the areas that are firm are healing and should shape up nicely. Best of Luck - Dr. Hardy...

Kiran Polavarapu, MD · Answer

Please note that liposuction is not a weight loss method, but actually a contouring procedure. That being said, 6 weeks is very early and it can take several months for swelling to subside. Do not judge your look until you have given your body some time to heal.

Forrest S. Roth, MD, FACS · Answer

I tell my patients that they will be swollen for 6 weeks after liposuction.  At 6 weeks, the liposuctioned areas typically look like they did before surgery.  Then, after a subsequent 6 weeks (total of 12 weeks after liposuction), patients will be able to appreciate their results as the majority of their swelling will have receded by that time.

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