I am a little over four weeks postop from my lipo procedure but I am still feeling numb in my lipo areas. I am starting to get concerned is this normal? Is there a possibility that nervous could have been damaged during lipo. If not when will I start to get feeling back?
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Thank you for your question. First of all, you need to consult in person with PS whether you are a good candidate for lipo, which doesn't appear from photos you presented. In general, it is prudent not to rush after a major surgery under general anesthesia, so I would wait at minimum 3-6 months...
The lumpiness, swelling, itching and hardness after a surgery like you had typically persists at least 8 weeks after the surgery then slowly goes away. In my experience, daily massage of the hard areas makes the biggest difference in getting rid of it sooner rather than later. Staying away from...
In short, most liposuction procedures can be performed under local anaesthetic. I personally perform all of my liposuction procedures with a tumescent solution and heavy oral sedation. I have found that my results are better when I can have the patient roll from side to side and move freely...
