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Hi there. It is becoming increasingly difficult to get procedures such as Buffalo Hump removal funded on the NHS even though it may well be symptomatic or having a functional impact. It may be worth asking your GP to apply for specialist funding - it is issued on a case by case basis - and also to confirm the diagnosis! Good luck!
Buffalo humps can often be treated with surprising effectiveness using liposuction alone. While many different types of lipo have been proposed for use in this condition, even traditional superwet lipo can work well. You should of course be examined by a board-certified plastic surgeon for a full assessment.Whether or not it is "covered" by insurance will depend on the specifics of your policy. In general, though, lipo is not normally a procedure that is covered by insurance.I hope that this helps and good luck,Dr. Alan EnglerMember of #RealSelf100
A buffalo hump is fat at the posterior back of the neck. It is absolutely possible to liposuction this fat away and it stays away. Vaser liposuction works great.
It takes a few weeks to feel and look better after liposuction. Swelling can be significant in some cases. I suggest talking to your physician about the type of surgery you are having done (local versus hi definition) and the type of downtime you would be suspecting. Best, Dr. Emer.
The places the cannula was used to remove the fat will swell after surgery. The pain varies but generally is described as a bruised or extremely sore area and not the sharp cutting pain typical of surgery. Most patients will recover quickly from liposuction.
Swelling can sizable he camouflage results of liposuction but most patients see some improvement immediately. By six weeks about 75% of the swelling is resolved. The final resolution may take a number of months.
It's possible that the skin is to lose for a good result after liposuction. Physical examination would be necessary to determine this. Nevertheless, in general, this area responds well to liposuction including retraction of the skin over the decreased volume.
The fat of the buttocks is supported by a matrix of connective tissue. Liposuction can make the area look ptotic or droopy
I appreciate your question and am sorry.Your thought process is correct. If we can find fat on other areas we could breaks up the constricted areas you have know and place the fat to smooth out the contour.Its the normal process I do with Safe LipoAlso, there is skin looseness you may need some...
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