Hands Swelling After Smart Lipo on Upper Arms

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I got Smart Lipo on my upper arms... should there be a lot of swelling in the lower arm and hand?

Ryan Neinstein, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Thanks for the question all of the lymphatics drain through your upper arm/armpit so its not surprising that you have swelling in the hands. Keep them elevated above your heart as much as you can

Babak Moeinolmolki, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello,
Thank you for your question. Swelling can be seen both in the area treated as well as the body parts distal (away from) the treated area, such as the feet when legs are treated and hands when arms are treated. The inflammation and swelling of the treated area makes it difficult for blood and lymph fluid in the feet and hands to return to the heart. The swelling can be reduced with the use of compression garments and elevating the hands/arms or legs/feet when resting or sitting down.
It is difficult to know what you mean by “a lot.” Symptoms such as numbness, tingling, or pain should be addressed by a health professional.
Best wishes,
Dr. Moein

David Shafer, MD, FACS · Answer

After any type of Smartlipo or Liposuction, you will have swelling.  Most of the swelling goes away in the first two weeks but it will continue to go away over the next few months.  Swelling of the arms is helped with compression garments and also elevation - elevate with pillows when sleeping.  If you have numbness, tingling or loss of function or skin changes distal to the treatment areas (hands / fingers) then you need to see your doctor ASAP.  Good luck.

Barry E. DiBernardo, MD · Answer

This swelling is extrememly common. You should be wearing a garment on the upper arms, but usually an ace bandage from the hands up in the first 3 days is sufficient to alleviate this problem. Please show it to your doctor to get advice at this point in time.

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