After liposuction on legs, for how long do I have to drink extra fluids?

Question

I am working hard on drinking more than usual water, it is causing me to get up every two hours at night, for how many days/weeks do I need to keep this up before returning to my normal fluid intake?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

You'll want to drink enough to stay hydrated, but not so much that you have urgency/need to go several times during the night. Keep in mind, the swelling can last 3-6 months after your procedure. I recommend adding hyperbaric oxygen and lymphatic massage along with your compression to help decrease swelling. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding vanquish for further fat removal, exilis/venus legacy for skin tightening, cellutone/z wave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Garrett Jones, DO · Answer

It’s essential to stay well-hydrated after liposuction. Generally, doctors recommend increased fluid intake for a few days to a week post-surgery to support the healing process and help flush out toxins. Follow your surgeon’s specific guidelines for the best recommendations tailored to your situation.

Karol A. Gutowski, MD, FACS · Answer

It sounds like you are drinking too much water at this time. Discuss this with your plastic surgeon to make sure you are not overdoing it.

Paul B. Mills, MD · Answer

It is very important to stay hydrated after liposuction as you know.  Initially after surgery, your body will trap much of your extra fluid in the tissues in the form of swelling which is absolutely normal.  Over the course of the first couple weeks that swelling will begin to dissipate.  With respect to how long and how much you should drink, let common sense be your guide.  Everyone is different and it is greatly dependent upon how much liposuction was performed.  You should be able to urinate 4-6 times per day on average and sleep through the night.  If you are requiring more frequent trips to the restroom, then you may be overdoing it and can cut back.  Hope this helps and thanks for the question.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Good hydration is key after surgery. There is no one specific time to stop, but certainly for the first several weeks after surgery you should focus on keeping well hydrated.

After liposuction on legs, for how long do I have to drink extra fluids?

Answers (5)

More Liposuction Questions

WE SEND PRETTY
EMAILS

Answers (5)

More Liposuction Questions

Roll across stomach after lipo procedure concerns (Photo)

Use of makeup on lipo incisions?

If I'm getting liposuction can I ask for a fat transfer?

Why do I have pins and needles years after liposuction?

What type of lipo to tighten my skin? 39 with mild loose skin from rapid (not massive) weight loss.

WE SEND PRETTY EMAILS

WE SEND PRETTY
EMAILS