It’s been 5 weeks since my surgery for my back, waist, and upper & lower abdomen. After the first week, lumps started to form, at first it wasn’t visible. Now it is.. since the 2nd week, It’s really uncomfortable and it hurts when I press on it. What can I do to make this go away? I don’t have money to pay for lymphatic massages. Anything else I can do myself ? Does drinking water help ?
March 25, 2019
Answer: Lumps after Liposuction It is very common to have lumps, swelling and irregularities the first 4-6 weeks after SmartLipo. The body is still healing and fluid will collect in certain areas causing lumps, swelling, areas of firmness and irregularities. Massage after SmartLipo helps to speed up recovery by reducing the post procedure swelling. I advise my patients to do a series of lymphatic drainage massages by a licensed therapist immediately after the procedure, followed by at home massaging with or without an electric massager. I like a handheld device that gently heats up the tissue, but any form of massaging is helpful. Don't worry, it will get better in a couple of weeks. Good luck!
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March 25, 2019
Answer: Lumps after Liposuction It is very common to have lumps, swelling and irregularities the first 4-6 weeks after SmartLipo. The body is still healing and fluid will collect in certain areas causing lumps, swelling, areas of firmness and irregularities. Massage after SmartLipo helps to speed up recovery by reducing the post procedure swelling. I advise my patients to do a series of lymphatic drainage massages by a licensed therapist immediately after the procedure, followed by at home massaging with or without an electric massager. I like a handheld device that gently heats up the tissue, but any form of massaging is helpful. Don't worry, it will get better in a couple of weeks. Good luck!
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March 5, 2019
Answer: Lipo lumps The bumps you describe likely represent deep bruising and may take months to completely resolve. Drinking water and wearing your compression garment are helpful, and massage may help. More than anything, it is part of the healing process, will take time to resolve, and of no concern.
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March 5, 2019
Answer: Lipo lumps The bumps you describe likely represent deep bruising and may take months to completely resolve. Drinking water and wearing your compression garment are helpful, and massage may help. More than anything, it is part of the healing process, will take time to resolve, and of no concern.
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