I can still grab fat around the abdominal area after Vaser Lipo is that normal? . I’m 3 weeks post op

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I’m wondering if this is fat or swelling . Can fat come back to the areas treated shortly after lipo? It’s 21 days after my Vaser Lipo I didn’t carry too much fat but got rid of the stubborn fat in the lower abdominal and flanks area. My waist does look a tiny bit smaller but just worried I can still grab fat around the abdomen and flanks where fat was removed, I’m struggling to see the results! Can anyone help ?

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question regarding fat in the abdominal area after VASER liposuction. Based on your limited history and without physical examination or pictures, I believe you are still swollen. Since you are still only three weeks’ post-op and its to early to tell anything. For most patients, the swelling is gone at approximately six weeks. For other patients, the swelling may take eight to twelve months to subsidize after VASER liposuction. At this point in time, I would not worry. I would express your concerns, however, to your plastic surgeon. If you were my patient, I would suggest you undergo lymphatic massage for at least 5 treatments. I would suggest you continue to wear your garment until you are at least six to eight weeks post op. I would also suggest a high protein low carbohydrate diet, and aggressive exercise. In conclusion, it is too early to tell if this is fat or swelling. I hope it is just swelling. I hope I have answered your questions regarding swelling around the abdomen area after VASER liposuction. Please seek an experienced, board-certified plastic when seeking VASER liposuction surgery. If you have any more questions regarding VASER liposuction or plastic surgery, please call my office.
  
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Dr. Timothy Katzen

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

hello southwestsMany studies indicate that there is also less injury than the traditional liposuction method resulting in less pain, swelling and bruising.  Final results can be seen 2-4 months later as the swelling continues to diminish and contours become more defined.   These contours can even improve throughout the year after surgery. #post-op #results
We will generally have our patients use a variety of compressive garments while they heal.  More specific body sculpting or hi-definition treatments may require more specific compression to obtain the best result.

John J. O'Brien, MD · Answer

Hello, and thank you for your question. You are still in the early healing phase and your  final results may take 4-6 months. You may consider some lymphatic massage to speed up your recovery if you have a skilled practitioner in your area. Continue to followup with your treating physician. Best of luck with your continued recovery.

Emmanuel De La Cruz, MD · Answer

Hello southwest S,
Congratulations on your surgery! Three weeks is too short of a time to assess the final outcome. Typically, Vaser Lipo maximum results will take up to 6 months so you still could have improvements in the way your abdomen and flanks look. Swelling is a common occurrence in the liposuction post-operative period. I recommend you to be patient and wear the compression garments for at least 8 weeks to help skin contract smoothly to your body’s new contour. Additionally, lymphatic massages are required to remove the excess lymph fluid and totally alleviate the swelling and discomfort. Hope this is helpful. Best wishes! Dr. De La Cruz.

Vincent Ivers, MD · Answer

This can be typically normal. This could still be a result of the trauma, fat slow to move out, or fluids still in the area. Every patient reacts differently. You may be benefit from lymphatic massage.

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