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?
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Swelling after liposuction is normal and will take 6 months to resolve, please be patient. You do have loose skin that will not tighten after your procedure.
The most important way to prevent post op DVT is early ambulation. Getting up and walking for 5-10 minutes every hour after surgery and performing ankle and knee exercises while lying down will help to prevent DVT. All patients before surgery will have a thrombosis risk assessment...
Congratulations on your liposuction.Based on your before and after photos, you have received a great improvement in fat reduction. Hard and soft lump are not uncommon after liposuction. Please massage over the areas and follow your plastic surgeon's post-op instruction. The...