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These may be effective, but I do not use them for my patients. I do think a well fitting compression garment does help as well. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
I am not sure about boards, but there is sometimes a problem with folds in the garment or abdominal skin which can afffect the final result so it may be intended to prevent that. I use pads of a material called topifoam which is quite comfortable but prevents the fold issue. It is placed under the garment.
Some surgeons use form on the abdomen to add more compression than what the garment provides.
Although there are some studies showing some improvement of diabetes after liposuction, this is not an ideal way to control it. There is some evidence that what liposuction does is reset the satiation center in the brain so you automatically eat less. This has also worked with Zerona laser...
Your question is a good one and congratulations on the weight you have lost. But remember you are asking for a cosmetic surgical procedure on an otherwise healthy person. When we do surgery we want to deliver a quality result with minimum risk. That is not where you are yet. First of all. large...
Since your work keeps involves no hard labor, you may return whenever you feel up to it. In general, 3-5 days after the operation for office work, and 14 days for more active employment. As with all operations, pain and discomfort varies greatly from patient to patient. Generally, one should...
It's hard to say without seeing preop photos and knowing exactly what was done but it can take a long time to see the results of lipo; 4-6 weeks for 85%, 3 months for 95% and up to six months or more for 100%. That being said, at 7 weeks you should most likely not be bigger than you were...
Drainage can persist even longer than this; up to a week or more is not unheard of depending on how much was done and what your skin is like. You should of course, remain in contact with your PS. And, finally, if fluid is forming it's better if it comes out than if it has to be...
Thank you for submitting your question. I would wait until 18 years of age before you consider a cosmetic surgical procedure. There are risks and complications that can occur with any surgery. When your an adult, you are more emotionally and physically ready. Best wishes
