One week after liposuction and hungry!

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I'm one week post op liposuction on inner and outer thighs and knees. I've followed normal recover course. I thought with being relatively inactive compared to usual I'd eat less to keep from gaining.. But I'm HUNGRY! I think I'm actually eating more! I don't want to eat my results away! Why am I hungry when I'm inactive? Am I going to undo my results by eating more and gaining from it?? Help! And thanks! I'm a perfect weight before. Did this for a small pocket of fat. Not for wt loss.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I have found this is often the case but it is best to eat healthy and keep a low salt diet.  you will lose more weight and swelling will decrease much more quickly.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  It is normal for your metabolism to be revved up after surgery as your body needs the key building blocks of nutrition to help heal itself.  If you maintain a good and healthy diet full of lean proteins, fruits, and vegetables you will be fine and not ruin your results.  Hang in there!

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

While the body is healing it demands energy for this project. Feeling an increased appetite is perfectly normal. Eat sensibly so as not to gain weight.

Daniel Krochmal, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you very much for your question.What you are experiencing is not uncommon.  Your metabolism is usually ramped up a bit after surgery, so sometimes you need more calories to heal.  I would continue to eat a healthy, balanced diet.  When you're further out from surgery and can be more active, the weight should come right back off.  Best of luck!

Henry Mentz, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for your question. It is normal to have an increased appetite after liposuction, but you just need to eat in moderation.

John McFate, MD · Answer

It is normal to have an increased appetite 1-2 weeks after surgery.  In order to optimize your results long term, try to maintain discipline with your normal diet as much as possible.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

There are several changes that happen after surgery.Cortisol levels increase from the inflammation.Caloric intake needs go up from the energy needed to heal.The caloric needs of patients can double after major surgery.These are generally procedures much greater than Limited liposuction.Prescription pain medication can alter people's perception of hunger.

George Commons, MD (retired) · Answer

After liposuction patients must be very careful to not gain weight.  Nothing good happens if weight is gained.  Discipline and dietary control is a very individual issue.   There is nothing about liposuction that makes you hungry other than demands for healing your body which are limited in nature.   Weight you gain can go anywhere on your body including parts done and parts not done.   It is extremely important to get good control of your eating habits.    My Best,  Dr Commons

One week after liposuction and hungry!

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