What can improve cording and swelling after Vaser Lipo 6 weeks ago?

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I had Vaser lipo 6 weeks ago on my abdominal. I have developed 2 thick cordings on both sides of my abdominals. They start under my breast and reach down to my lower abdominal. They feel uncomfortable and stiff. What kind of treatment other than scar tissue massage can improve my cording? One other concern is the swelling. I weigh 129 lbs in the morning and few after later I'm 135 lbs? Is this normal. How long does swelling normally last ?

Calvin Jung, MD · Answer

Swelling can last up to 6 months depending on how quickly your body is able to get rid of fluid.I recommend the lymphatic massages as well and RF devices such as venus legacy to tighten the skin for best results. The hard spots will decrease with time!

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It's difficult to tell without pictures. I recommend following up with your Doctor about your concerns. You have swelling, which can last 3-6 months after your procedure. I recommend adding hyperbaric oxygen and lymphatic massage along with your compression to help decrease swelling. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding vanquish for further fat removal, exilis/venus legacy for skin tightening, cellutone/z wave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Randy Dean, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi and
welcome to our forum!
Congratulations
on your recent procedure...The procedure of liposuction is an
"insult" to the soft tissues, resulting in swelling which will
initially totally obscure the operative result. As swelling represents an
accumulation of tissue fluid within the soft tissues, it will tend to
gravitate downward. When in bed, it will be more pronounced in your back,
and when up and around, it will gravitate to your feet. We recommend limiting
activities and practicing leg elevation whenever possible until swelling
subsides.The
purpose of a compression garment is to prevent bleeding and to control
swelling. We usually recommend its use for the first 4-6 weeks after the
procedure. 
60-80%
of the swelling should subside within the first 6 weeks, with the remainder
slowly subsiding over 6-12 months.
The "cords" represent localized areas of swelling. They will abate as healing progresses. One can accelerate the resolution with massage, ultrasound or radiofrequency devices.
Continue
followup care with your plastic surgeon.
Best wishes...

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