I’m 10 days post op (lipo of the abdomen) My tummy is swollen and hard. Wearing my compression garment is painful. Not wearing compression garment because it causes me pain
March 8, 2018
Answer: Will my swelling still go down without having to wear the compression garment? Thank you for your question. Swelling in the first week after liposuction is quite common. It's best to follow your surgeons specific advice post-operatively. We typically have our patients wear compression garments on the areas we did liposuction to help the skin and underlying tissues re-adhere as well as reduce swelling. However, if you garments are too tight they can restrict lymphatic drainage and blood flow leading to more swelling and complications. I'd highly suggest you contact your surgeon's office regarding your plan. Best of luck!
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March 8, 2018
Answer: Will my swelling still go down without having to wear the compression garment? Thank you for your question. Swelling in the first week after liposuction is quite common. It's best to follow your surgeons specific advice post-operatively. We typically have our patients wear compression garments on the areas we did liposuction to help the skin and underlying tissues re-adhere as well as reduce swelling. However, if you garments are too tight they can restrict lymphatic drainage and blood flow leading to more swelling and complications. I'd highly suggest you contact your surgeon's office regarding your plan. Best of luck!
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February 16, 2022
Answer: Liposuction Yes, you cant stop the body from healing itself but it still is better to wear it a little looser for a week or so. Good luck.
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February 16, 2022
Answer: Liposuction Yes, you cant stop the body from healing itself but it still is better to wear it a little looser for a week or so. Good luck.
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