I had laser liposuction on my inner thighs and knees 5 days ago and have burning pain. Should I be concerned?

May 2, 2017
Asked By:mariauzzi in Burlington, CT

Its particularly bad at night when I'm trying to sleep. My surgeon says it's not typical but should subside with time. I've read that the laser can cause permanent damage.

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May 9, 2017

Answer: Lower extremity

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Ryan Neinstein, MD, FRCSCCertified Plastic Surgeon
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May 9, 2017

Answer: Lower extremity

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May 18, 2017

Answer: Pain from Laser Lipo

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May 18, 2017

Answer: Pain from Laser Lipo

May 9, 2017

Answer: Thermal Injury

May 9, 2017

Answer: Thermal Injury

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May 4, 2017

Answer: Pain and Laser Liposuction aftercare--Compression, lymphatic massage, rf treatments, venus legacy

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
May 4, 2017

Answer: Pain and Laser Liposuction aftercare--Compression, lymphatic massage, rf treatments, venus legacy

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

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