Hard, shelf like bottom of tummy 10 days post op lipo. Is there something I am doing wrong?

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I understand that you dont see results right away and that your belly will be hard, but right above my vagina, the very bottom of my stomach is like a rock hard shelf. Is this normal? I had 1 real drainage massage after my operation, and one lymphatic massage since and have another again tomorrow. Besides the massages, is there something I am doing wrong? I also had a BL with implant, wondering if sleeping 45/50 is impacting this area of stomach. Any suggestions?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I recommend following up with your Doctor about your concerns. It is too soon to tell what your final results will be. You have swelling, which can last 3-6 months after your procedure. I recommend adding hyperbaric oxygen and lymphatic massage along with your compression to help decrease swelling. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding vanquish for further fat removal, exilis/venus legacy for skin tightening, cellutone/z wave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

cat3754.   I appreciate your concern it is still very early in your postoperative recovery  journey. Hardness from scar tissue and swelling may take as long as six months to completely resolve. Try to stay patient and positive And follow up with your plastic surgeon, good luck!

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
You are still early on the healing process, it can take up to six months to see your final results, so please be patient. At the stage you are in, inflammation is normal.
If you have any concerns, please follow up close with your plastic surgeon.
Good luck :)

David Azouz, MD, FACS, FRCS(C) · Answer

At this point it is still very early after liposuction and there will be swelling still present.  Early follow uo with the plastic surgeon will be helpful in guiding your course of healing.
good luck!

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