1 week post op, why is this fatty lump still there after BodyTite? (photos)

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I had an umbilical hernia repair in Nov ‘17 w/mesh, which left me w/a ring of fat around my belly button, like a doughnut (repair done thru incision just above bellybutton). 1 week ago I had bodytite done to remove it. The bottom half of the fat ring below the belly button is gone, but the top half of the fat ring is still left. I would think liposuction would’ve removed it since it removed bottom portion. Am I stuck with this? What is this? I know my doctor worked on that area

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello Jenny,Great question. Do not rush to conclusions. BodyTite results start to be noticeable at a few weeks to six months from surgery date. There is bruising and swelling involved post op. There will be more swelling if you got liposuction done at the same time. Therefore; due to the swelling it might seem that there is no difference from original state of skin. Keep using your compression garment, as that is used to help with the swelling. Be patient. As always, do not take for granted the follow ups with your surgeon. If concerns persist, please contact a board certified plastic surgeon for a detailed examination.

Michael S. Lofgren, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for your question and photos.
Congratulations on your recent surgery.  I can certainly understand that while you see results beneath the belly button the area above this is still concerning.  I would not be overly concerned at this point as you were only a week removed from the surgery.  BodyTite and liposuction cause a significant amount of swelling.  This routinely take several weeks to resolve.  As to why one area looks better than the other it is difficult to say at this point.  This may be related to your prior surgery or starting body shape.  At this point I would continue to follow your surgeons instructions and let your body continue to heal.  Best wishes.

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