Can male "fupa" liposuction go all the way to the base of the penis?

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i am getting liposuction including the "fupa" area. I have found a doctor for the procedure that i love. However, he is unwilling to go low and get the fat surrounding my penis and scrotum. He states, this is due to the lymph-nodes located in this area. What i want will not look right if this part is skipped. My question is, is this a common idea shared by most plastic surgeons, or do i stand a chance of finding someone who will sculpt the way i want. Thank you!!

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question, yes you can have this done an expect excellent results, make sure the surgeon you have consulted is board certified, best of luck.

Meegan Gruber, MD, PhD · Answer

Hi Xouci,
Yes, we have had excellent results and happy patients with lipo of this area. Custom compression garments and foam pads need to be worn for 2 weeks postop. Be sure to visit a board-certified plastic surgeon who can show you photos of their work with male pubic lipo so you will be sure that the results are what you are looking for. 
All the best, Dr. Meegan Gruber

John Michael Thomassen, MD · Answer

As long as the excision is in the subcutaneous plane it should be safe as the lymph node basin is deeper.  This should be able to contour the area properly.

Lissa Bootstaylor, MD · Answer

Body contouring is a great way to achieve a closer image of oneself. When desiring a cosmetic procedure,you may want to obtain two to three consults to find the best surgical plan for your needs. Even with multiple consults, your specific area of concern-around the penis and scrotum are areas which fraught with complications, such as seroma and hemotoma. This area also contains lymph nodes and lymph nodes do not like liposuction.  When liposuctioned inadvertently, they create post-op healing problems. If 2-3 Board Certified Plastic Surgeons concur with my analysis you should heed their advice and not proceed with the procedure at all or proceed knowing there is a high chance of post-op issues and potentially re-operation.
All the best of luck to you!
With kind regards,
Lisa Bootstaylor,MD

Jason Pozner, MD · Answer

There is no problem doing lipo of that area. May swell a bit more then other areas. We do womens "fupa"s all the time.

Can male "fupa" liposuction go all the way to the base of the penis?

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