To be more clear the swollen pad was most definitely not there before surgery. I didn't even have Lipo anywhere near my back that is why I'm not understanding where it came from.
Answer: Back fat It would be best for you to see your surgeon to determine if this is swelling or fat. If you press on the area and it indents significantly, it could be swelling. If this truly is an area of fat, you would need liposuction to remove it.
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Answer: Back fat It would be best for you to see your surgeon to determine if this is swelling or fat. If you press on the area and it indents significantly, it could be swelling. If this truly is an area of fat, you would need liposuction to remove it.
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January 22, 2016
Answer: Fat pad or Swelling on Back I suggest seeing your physician for an evaluation. This is likely swelling, but if it is fat then it can be liposuctioned. Best, Dr. Emer.
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January 22, 2016
Answer: Fat pad or Swelling on Back I suggest seeing your physician for an evaluation. This is likely swelling, but if it is fat then it can be liposuctioned. Best, Dr. Emer.
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January 21, 2016
Answer: Fat pad on lower back It's hard to give you a definite answer without seeing you, but it could be swelling from the fluid that was put in prior to your liposuction for numbing and vasoconstriction.
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January 21, 2016
Answer: Fat pad on lower back It's hard to give you a definite answer without seeing you, but it could be swelling from the fluid that was put in prior to your liposuction for numbing and vasoconstriction.
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January 20, 2016
Answer: Fat pad after liposuction Most likely the area simply swollen. During the liposuction procedure, Even if the actual suctioning was nowhere near the back, the surgeon typically will inject a tremendous amount of fluid prior to liposuction. This fluid often contains medication to numb the area as well as to decrease bleeding and bruising. So, not only is this fluid often hanging around in the tissues, the actual mechanism of liposuction is traumatic to the tissues and cause a tremendous amount of swelling in itself. So, I imagine you are lying on your back for prolonged times after surgery, to avoid putting pressure on the tender abdomen and flanks. Meanwhile, all of this fluid seeping around your tissues, acting like a sponge, and the fluid finds its way to the most dependent place:The sacrum. This is the most likely explanation. Definitely talk with your plastic surgeon and get examined. Otherwise, massage the area, decrease your salt intake, and consider switching to spanx or some kind of lower body girdle which will put pressure on the sacrum. If you cannot find one that put enough pressure on the sacrum, try adding a folded up pad or such to put extra pressure on the sacral area to force that fluid away. Of course, do all this with the blessing of your Surgeon. Good luck!Dr. Subbio
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January 20, 2016
Answer: Fat pad after liposuction Most likely the area simply swollen. During the liposuction procedure, Even if the actual suctioning was nowhere near the back, the surgeon typically will inject a tremendous amount of fluid prior to liposuction. This fluid often contains medication to numb the area as well as to decrease bleeding and bruising. So, not only is this fluid often hanging around in the tissues, the actual mechanism of liposuction is traumatic to the tissues and cause a tremendous amount of swelling in itself. So, I imagine you are lying on your back for prolonged times after surgery, to avoid putting pressure on the tender abdomen and flanks. Meanwhile, all of this fluid seeping around your tissues, acting like a sponge, and the fluid finds its way to the most dependent place:The sacrum. This is the most likely explanation. Definitely talk with your plastic surgeon and get examined. Otherwise, massage the area, decrease your salt intake, and consider switching to spanx or some kind of lower body girdle which will put pressure on the sacrum. If you cannot find one that put enough pressure on the sacrum, try adding a folded up pad or such to put extra pressure on the sacral area to force that fluid away. Of course, do all this with the blessing of your Surgeon. Good luck!Dr. Subbio
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January 19, 2016
Answer: Swelling versus fat over the sacrum after a surgical procedure. If that mound was not present prior to your treatment fat is not going to emerge as a consequence. Positioning for a prolonged period can create swelling. The area should feel firmer under the circumstance.
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January 19, 2016
Answer: Swelling versus fat over the sacrum after a surgical procedure. If that mound was not present prior to your treatment fat is not going to emerge as a consequence. Positioning for a prolonged period can create swelling. The area should feel firmer under the circumstance.
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