What is the uneven bulge under my belly button? (Photo)

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I had a liposuction on may 2015 on my abdomen. Five months later I had a touch up lipo on my abdomen (had a big bulge on lower abdomen). It's is been a week since my retouch but I noticed a bulge that is uneven below my belly button. It feels soft and doesn't hurt at all. Is this swelling? It will even up if I massage?

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

I don't see anything in the photograph one week after liposuction that is alarming. Healing will take a number of months.

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

Thank you for your pictures. You look fine for one week. This area of concern should improve next 7 to 8 weeks.

Vishnu Rumalla, MD · Answer

Thanks for your inquiry, but without an exam it is difficult to advise.  It could be swelling, some blood and bruising, or residual fat, etc.  Please see your plastic surgeon to discuss.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Residual scar or fat not sure. Might try injections or ThermiTight RF surgery. Fee $3,000 for the areas involved...

Earl E. Ferguson III, MD, FACS · Answer

I see no cause for concern at one week after liposuction. Be patient and keep wearing your compression garment as directed by your surgeon and I would anticipate resolution.

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