Sharp pain in stomach after tummy liposuction. Any website to show the exact images inside tummy after lipo surgery?

Question

11 days ago I had a tummy liposuction. I was told about the long lasting numbness in areas of surgery. However on day 9 I have a very sharp pain under my rib cage on left side of tummy. The pain is when I am bending down and very intense. I was wondering if there is website that I can see exactly how inside the stomach looks like after lipo and where the nerves are so I can understand the why I am having this sharp pain. My Search on website does not give much as what I am looking for.

Dallas Buchanan, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Unfortunately no reference, video or otherwise is going to show you what is going on. And even if it did, would that change your experience or symptoms? You need to go back and see your surgeon for an exam and evaluation.Good luck!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Baran17,I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment it would be difficult to determine what is wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment. Only after thorough examination you can get proper recommendations and advice. Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Pain can be variable for patients who have had liposuction. If necessary, this pain can be treated with anti-inflammatory medications and neurontin. If it persists, I recommend following up with your Doctor. It can take 3-6 months for final results with liposuction. I suggest lymphatic massage, hyperbaric oxygen, and RF treatments like venus legacy to help reduce any 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

Nicholas A. Flugstad, MD · Answer

Thanks for your post. If you feel you are having unusual pain, it's best to seek guidance from your plastic surgeon. In a rare event, it could be something serious. Pain under your ribs can be from the liposuction cannula hitting the muscle and bone in that area effectively creating a bruise that would go away on its own. Again, an in person visit is the best way to get answers.

Sharp pain in stomach after tummy liposuction. Any website to show the exact images inside tummy after lipo surgery?

Answers (4)

Answer: Pain after liposuction

Answer: Pain after liposuction

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Liposuction

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

Sharp pain in stomach after tummy liposuction. Any website to show the exact images inside tummy after lipo surgery?

Answers (4)

Answer: Pain after liposuction

Answer: Pain after liposuction

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Liposuction

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.