I am concerned about the swelling in my abdomen area and flanks. It’s hasn’t really improved at 17 weeks P.O. I wear my faja, foam, boards 23/7. Low sodium diet. I just started wearing my faja with a waist belt and nothing seems to help the swelling. I am drinking plenty of water and I haven’t worked out yet
Answer: 4 months PO BBL and my swelling has not improved - What can I do? (photo) 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. I suggest my patients to try the lymphatic massages and to use a full body compression garment, 24/7 for the first 3 months, and after that, for 12 hours a day for 3 more months, to get the best results. It is important for the compression garment to be very tight, for it to help with the swelling, after surgery. Please, follow up close with your plastic surgeon. Good luck :)
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Answer: 4 months PO BBL and my swelling has not improved - What can I do? (photo) 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. I suggest my patients to try the lymphatic massages and to use a full body compression garment, 24/7 for the first 3 months, and after that, for 12 hours a day for 3 more months, to get the best results. It is important for the compression garment to be very tight, for it to help with the swelling, after surgery. Please, follow up close with your plastic surgeon. Good luck :)
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April 1, 2019
Answer: Swelling Post BBL Typically speaking, it takes 6 months for the swelling to resolve. However, the recovery process is different for each patient. Many factors impact the recovery process, including the amount of liposuction performed and the amount fat transferred, and each surgeon has their own recovery protocol for patients. Many patients combine lymphatic massage with wearing their garment as instructed for a faster recovery. Normally, 5 to 15 treatments are performed between 2 weeks and 6 months post-procedure. I recommend discussing your concerns with your surgeon.
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April 1, 2019
Answer: Swelling Post BBL Typically speaking, it takes 6 months for the swelling to resolve. However, the recovery process is different for each patient. Many factors impact the recovery process, including the amount of liposuction performed and the amount fat transferred, and each surgeon has their own recovery protocol for patients. Many patients combine lymphatic massage with wearing their garment as instructed for a faster recovery. Normally, 5 to 15 treatments are performed between 2 weeks and 6 months post-procedure. I recommend discussing your concerns with your surgeon.
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