I have a deep burn from wearing a compression garment

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I have a deep burn from wearing a compression garment, right now I'm not wearing anything I'm just keeping it clean and letting it air out. Is that the best thing to do?

Alex Campbell, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  It's best to follow your surgeons specific advice post-operatively. We typically have our patients wear compression garments 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 suggest you contact your surgeon so that he/she can take a look. Best of luck!

Marc J. Salzman, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

I am sorry to hear about this adverse sequela. The burn could also be secondary to the liposuction and have been aggravated by too tight of a garment. Yes the garment should be left off until you can be seen by your operating plastic surgeon. Depending on the depth of the burn, different wound healing regimens may be recommended. I would recommend you go back to your surgeon sooner rather than later. Best of luck.

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