Uneven 6 weeks after liposuction. Is this normal? (Photo)

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i had tumes liposuction 6 weeks ago the first week the swelling was big, but I was flat and was fine, after I started to use the 2stage garment ( which was really tight,at the beginning of the 2 week, some lumps, and dents started to appear at my lower abdomen and left side Since my garment was tight I kept alternating between the 1 & 2 garment during one week, until I asked my doctor if was fine and he it was not. And the time pass, and the uneven and senta are getting bigger. Is this normal?

Steven Vath, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.It is far to soon to judge your liposuction results. It can take 12 months to see your final result post liposuction. Unevenness is very common in the weeks and months after the procedure. My advise is to have some patience and try not to worry about it just yet.

Mariusz Sapijaszko, MD, FRCPC · Answer

Liposuction results take at least 3-6 months to fully settle. At this point, I recommend that you see your doctor and review your concerns.I hope that helps and best regards, Dr. Sapijaszko.

David Finkle, MD · Answer

Residual swelling liposuction may persist for up to 6 months, please be patient.  The garments are of no use this far after the procedure.

Sugene Kim, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for sharing your photos.  From your photos, you can tell that there has been reduction on your fat and overall improvement in your contour.  Your descriptions of swelling and flat at first week and more visible lumps and dents at 6 weeks post-op are fairly common.  Immediately after the surgery, due to swelling, you would not have noticed the contour irregularities.  As you lose the swelling, the lumps/bumps/skin irregularities will become more obvious.  With time and massaging, the areas of lumpiness will get softer and will improve somewhat.  Your final liposuction result may take up to 6 months.  At 6 months, if you are still concerned about contour and skin irregularities, you may require touch-up liposuction.  Please share your concern with your plastic surgeon. Best regards.

Erika Sato, MD, FACS · Answer

6 weeks after lipo is still very early. You should definitely talk to your PS but also try massaging the areas.

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