I have two hard lumps on my abdomen 7 weeks after lipo. What can I do to minimize them and is this normal? (Photos)

February 4, 2011
Asked By:bbl in Manhattan, NY

i had liposuction on my stomach 7 week ago and my skin has 2 hard lumps that give my abs a wavy appearance .my surgeon told me i have thin skin and that one of the lumps look like its developing into scar tissue. he recomended lymphatic drainage massage. is this normal and will it go away

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