When does the pulling burning feeling, (kind of feels like stitches stretching) go away? (Photos)

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I had a complex vertical thigh lift and an outer lift also about 6 weeks ago. Overall, I am very pleased! However, I am curious how long the swelling might last, and when does the tight feeling go away? Eveytime that I flex my feet or stand and walk, I have a lot of burning, tingling unpleasant feeling.

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello, and thank you for your question regarding when does the pulling, burning feeling, stitches stretching feeling go away after an inner and outer thigh lift.  Thank you for your history and your pictures.   Typically, the swelling compresses the nerve, leading to thigh pain and a burning sensation.  Therefore, the thigh-burning and pulling sensation dissipates once the swelling is gone.  Usually, thigh swelling after a thigh lift is gone at about 6 to 8 weeks.    However, every patient is different, and you may require a longer recovery based on your extensive surgery.  To minimize swelling, usually thigh compression garments and lymphatic massage are encouraged.  Thigh compression garments should be worn for 6 to 8 weeks after surgery.  You may need to wear your garment if you continue swelling after 6 to 8 weeks.  Lymphatic massage is also encouraged after the incisions are healed and is recommended for approximately 3 to 4 weeks.  Good luck.  I hope I’ve answered your question regarding when the pulling, burning feeling, stitches stretching feeling go away after an inner and outer thigh lift.  I hope that I have answered your questions regarding the thigh reduction.  If you have any questions regarding the thigh lift, thigh reduction, vertical thigh lift, medial thigh lift, spiral thigh lift, crescent thigh lift, or thigh lipo, please get in touch with a thigh lift expert.  Please seek an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon with significant experience performing thigh lifts.  Do your research.  Make sure your chosen plastic surgeon has performed at least 150 thigh lifts.  Make sure they have the before and after pictures to prove it.  Carefully examine their before and after pictures and check their reviews on RealSelf.   Consider traveling if you cannot find a thigh lift or reduction specialist in your area.  Sincerely, Dr. Katzen.  (Plastic Surgeon, President of the American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons, Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Fellow of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgery, International College of Surgery, and American Board of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, and member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and RealSelf Hall of Fame.)

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

This sensation may persist for months as scar develops and goes through the remodeling process.

Nick Masri, MD, FACS · Answer

First of all, congratulations on your thigh lift, tfulks45!
Swelling can last for up to six months, or even a  year after your thigh lift. But it will gradually die down. The tight feeling and burning sensation you feel are because of your nerves regenerating, and it can take up to a year to resolve. But again, it will get better over time.
For any other concerns, don’t hesitate to follow up with your reputable and board-certified plastic surgeon. 
Good luck!

Daniel Schmid, MD · Answer

Usually this lasts a few months and slowly decreases over time and at 1 year it should be completely gone.  It is the nerves regrowing after surgery that causes this uncomfortable feeling.  Your incisions appear to be healing well.  Good luck!

Francisco Sauceda, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Thank your for your question , those sensation can last up to 8 months, this doesn’t mean will be as intense as right now. They will slowly get down as the time pass.Hope this helps .

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