I'm considering having lipo done in my abdominal area(5' 4'',125 lb). I am concerned about the claims that it causes weight gain and hormone imbalance. Some resources claim that brown fat is found only in the neck and shoulder area but others say that some is also found in the abdomen. Can lipo remove brown fat cells?Also, I've heard that lipo increases appetite(loss of leptin)- if I get a fat transfer (grafting)instead of removing the fat completely will this still occur? Thank you.
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Answer: Brown fat removal and leptin imbalance after lipo/fat grafting?
Excellent question! Liposuction burns are from heat generated liposuction equipment such as lasers or radio wave technology and cannulas. Such energy generated cannulas first burn or melt the fat, and then the fat must be liposuction. These procedures take two steps to remove the fat and then...
Despite your current photos, it is likely your body will continue to evolve as you mature. Liposuction at 16 is too early despite your maturity and parental consent. More often than not, you will outgrow this excess as long as you maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. There is no reason to...
These are all temporary normal healing processes and will go away in 3-6 months. I have my patients only wear compression for 2 weeks then get right back to the gym. Massaging and ultrasound can sometimes help the tightness resolve quicker. Unless there is rippling or...