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Laser liposuction is an excellent procedure. There are many post-laser liposuction treatments that can complement the healing after liposuction including RF, US, and infrared therapy. Consult with your surgeon to determine your candidacy. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
I have all my patients do liposuction in combination with radiofrequency treatments post liposuction at about 2-3 weeks. you can immediately do ultrasound or massage therapy, but I suggest waiting to let all the initial swelling subside which can take a few weeks to a few months. Best, Dr. Emer.
I see no benefit and see potential harm, so my vote is no.Never apply external heat after surgery!After liposuction, your skin may be numb for quite a while from both medications used during surgery and from temporary (mild) nerve damage. Blood vessels also become erratic and can over-constrict. This can lead to the possibility of developing burns without being aware that you are being burnt. I have seen third-degree burns from heating pads after surgery, leading to grotesque disfigurement. Best of luck,Mats Hagstrom, M.D.
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Breast feeding is an important time in the first 6 to 18 months in a baby's life. Regardless of whether you have liposuction with only local anesthesia or with general or IV sedation, the medications that are used for the mother are not safe for a breast-fed baby. Enjoy this special time...
Typically, anal bleeding has nothing to do with laser liposuction.Rectal bleeding is most commonly due to hemorrhoids, but there are other serious conditions that can cause it.The only way laser liposuction could cause rectal bleeding is if one of the cannulas was pushed into the abdomen and...