I'm 5 weeks post op with Tummy Tuck and Liposuction. Is it normal to feel like the inside of me is raw or burning? How long will it take it before it's safe to go without the compression garment on? Some days, when I feel as if the compression garment is rubbing me raw, I check my skin and all is fine. My back is really sore from the liposuction and I can still feel where the liposuction was inserted. Also, should I massage my skin more often in a day?
January 29, 2016
Answer: Sensitivity after Liposuction and/or Tummy Tuck The burning, tightness and itching that you are experiencing is actually a pretty common phenomenon after a tummy tuck and liposuction procedure. While annoying for a majority of patients, these sensations are generally the result of the normal nerve repair following your procedure. During your tummy tuck and liposuction surgery, your normal sensory nerves are disrupted and stretched and combating the inflammatory process that occurs during the healing process. These sensations can last for several months in the post-operative period but gentle massages often helps with the discomfort by desensitizing the areas treated. If you are experiencing great discomfort I would strongly recommend following up with your operating surgeon for an evaluation. Even if your surgeon has you come in and after evaluation says that it is part of the normal healing process, it is important to have your doctor evaluate you in person to make sure that everything is healing appropriately. Best of luck in your recovery!
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January 29, 2016
Answer: Sensitivity after Liposuction and/or Tummy Tuck The burning, tightness and itching that you are experiencing is actually a pretty common phenomenon after a tummy tuck and liposuction procedure. While annoying for a majority of patients, these sensations are generally the result of the normal nerve repair following your procedure. During your tummy tuck and liposuction surgery, your normal sensory nerves are disrupted and stretched and combating the inflammatory process that occurs during the healing process. These sensations can last for several months in the post-operative period but gentle massages often helps with the discomfort by desensitizing the areas treated. If you are experiencing great discomfort I would strongly recommend following up with your operating surgeon for an evaluation. Even if your surgeon has you come in and after evaluation says that it is part of the normal healing process, it is important to have your doctor evaluate you in person to make sure that everything is healing appropriately. Best of luck in your recovery!
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October 12, 2015
Answer: Sensation Changes After Liposuction and Tummy Tuck It is very common to have changes in sensation with these procedures. These changes can include numbness and tingling, itching, and even a burning sensation. In most cases these symptoms are mild and they resolve during the healing process over a matter of weeks or months.
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October 12, 2015
Answer: Sensation Changes After Liposuction and Tummy Tuck It is very common to have changes in sensation with these procedures. These changes can include numbness and tingling, itching, and even a burning sensation. In most cases these symptoms are mild and they resolve during the healing process over a matter of weeks or months.
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December 15, 2014
Answer: Burning Sensation Common Numbness is common and a burning feeling is common as well. This should away in a few weeks. I generally advise patients wear their garment 24 hours a day for three weeks, removing it only when bathing or washing it. From 3 to 6 weeks, wear your garment in the day only. It helps with easing swelling and reducing the risk of seroma. It's best to follow your PS's advice or express your concerns directly to them so that they may respond. Massage can be done after a week or so, once you no longer feel so sore.
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December 15, 2014
Answer: Burning Sensation Common Numbness is common and a burning feeling is common as well. This should away in a few weeks. I generally advise patients wear their garment 24 hours a day for three weeks, removing it only when bathing or washing it. From 3 to 6 weeks, wear your garment in the day only. It helps with easing swelling and reducing the risk of seroma. It's best to follow your PS's advice or express your concerns directly to them so that they may respond. Massage can be done after a week or so, once you no longer feel so sore.
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