I am HIV positive and was diagnosed with lipodistrophy. I wanted to know if I'm a candidate for lipo/ tummy tuck? (Photo)

Thank you for your question. Each plastic surgeon will have different post operative instructions including the use of antibiotics and it is best to discuss this with your doctor. 

Thank you for your question. It is not possible to give you an opinion regarding the adequacy of your Liposuction without pictures and without examining you. In my practice, for an otherwise fit individual 325 cc of pure fat from each arm may be adequate. All The Best !

Thank you for your question. Yes, it is possible to have Liposuction if you have or have had gallstones or other gall bladder problems that do not need surgery by themselves. If, however, you need surgical treatment for your gall bladder problems you should have that taken care of first. All ...

Cassandra.   Just liposuction will keep you off the dance floor for just a couple of days, depending on number of areas treated.  I do not recommend heavy lifting or vigorous exercise for at least 4 weeks after BA for possibility of bleeding. Be sure to consult with a board certified plastic s...

I would echo what some of the other surgeons stated. Numbness can take many months, even up to a year to resolve. Numbness at 4wks is very typical. 

Liposuction by itself is probably not the best procedure to create improvement based upon the pictures submitted.