After tumescent lipo of abdomen, flanks and bra pads, I have very dark bruising mainly along my c-section scar (c-section was 20 years ago) ,- why so dark and why only there? It's also very swollen there?
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July 29, 2017
Answer: Dark bruising along previous c-section scar after Tumescent Lipo?
You still have some swelling and may yet improve. At 6 months, you will see your final results for the most part. However, please discuss concerns you have no with your surgeon.
Thank you for your question.
Having soreness at this time is normal. It should slowly improve over the next few weeks. In my practice I advise massages, warm soaks and arnica montana to decrease the stiffness and the swelling. All The Best !
Usually, your surgeon prescribes pain medication for surgery and no other physician. The narcotic laws have become more strict. At 3 weeks, most are no longer needing pain medication. Some, however, have a lower tolerance to pain. You could ask your surgeon for non-narcotics like Tordol or...