Advice needed! 4 and half months post cankle liposuction. Should I still be swollen?

November 30, 2015
Asked By:melissa30_2015 in East Perth, AU

hello I had calf and ankle lipo 4 months and 2 weeks ago , It has been such a frustrating healing process, could I possibly have swelling still at 4.5 months ? or is this as good as it gets?? how can I tell fat from swelling? everyone says cankles take longer blah blah.. but how long ? will they get better?? please help!

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December 1, 2015

Answer: Cankle swelling

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Answer: Cankle swelling

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December 1, 2015

Answer: Aggressive management of swelling is needed after liposuction of the calves and ankles.

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December 1, 2015

Answer: Aggressive management of swelling is needed after liposuction of the calves and ankles.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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December 1, 2015

Answer: Persistent swelling

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December 1, 2015

Answer: Persistent swelling

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