I hadarm tumescent liposuction 3 weeks ago,was diagnosed with seroma post op. Underwent needle aspiration until fluid decreases. I had total of 6 needle aspiration since my lipo.PS said nothing to worry as he will drain the fluid until he notice a decrease in volume.started 10 cc on R arm and 8 cc on L arm. Today 6 on R arm and 6 on L arm. PS might inject a Sclerosing agent for spider veins to adhere skin to the underlying tissue. What do you think about the sclerosing injection to solve seroma?
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It's better to drain fluid out than build up fluid underneath your skin.Fluid buildup after liposuction is called a seroma. The fluid leaking out is preventing you from developing one. It will eventually slow down and seal up and stop draining. We typically use absorbent pads to collect the...
Liposuction is the suction removal of subcutaneous fat. Subcutaneous fat is located just below the surface of the skin and above the muscles and bones. It doesn't remove all of the fat, but it does remove the majority of the fat. The perfect candidate is at or near their ideal body weight and...