Burning sensation 6 months after BBL. Why do you think it is happening?

It was observed that some patients after undergoing liposuction/BBL may have long lasting sensations in the form of burning or localized sharp pain. This is very likely due to blunt injuries of nerve buds, which, in some patients, may create chronic or long lasting discomfort. Massage of painful spots (desensitization), pain killers like Tylenol, ibuprofen, Lyrica may be useful. Discuss this issue with your surgeon. Good luck.

Hello @Sheshenee, thank you for your question. Depending on the surgical technique and approach, there may be some causes of inflammation for a period of time. There are generally predetermined times for a surgery. The early stages of recovery usually happen between the first and second months following surgery, while a full recovery can take up to eight months. The more technology used, the more quickly the tissues recover however it is important the expertise of the surgeon using this technology. Best wishes! Alana Gonzalez MD, FACS.

Dear Sheshenee,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a 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

This is an uncommon post op complication of nerve injury from to deep injections of fat tissue. I treat this using a solution with deep injections of my specialized medications into areas. Please connect with me if interested. Fee $1,000.

It sounds like you are experiencing nerve pain which is not uncommon, but usually resolves by now. You may discuss taking a nerve medication like Gabapentin or Lyrica with your plastic surgeon. This usually resets the nerves and relieves the pain.
Best wishes.
Dr. Taranow

Body contouring procedures change the shape of the body. Inside doing they can slightly alter pressure points and create slightly different sensations especially when doing different activities.

The extra volume maybe putting slight nerve pressure that is aggravated by sitting that is simply different than it was before the procedure.

It’s normal to get certain nerve sensations due to continued pressure or immobilization. This is why people toss and turn in bed and change positions while staying seated for long periods of time.

Perhaps yours are just different because your body was changed.

I don’t think there’s anything a plastic surgeon can do because it doesn’t sound surgically related.

Eventually most people get used to the changes after body contouring procedures and the differences become the new normal.

I don’t think anybody can give you a very specific answer to your question other than overall generalizations.

Lots of people have different sensations including potential discomforts or discomfort with certain activities after having surgeries that change their body.

It’s actually not particularly common after liposuction or fat transfer but happens more commonly after procedures like a full tummy tuck.

If this sensation bothers you I suggest you follow up with the surgeon who did your procedure.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD