Getting Lipo and Going on Vacation 5 Weeks After, Enough Time for Recovery?

Question

I'm a 5'5" 115 lb female looking to get lipo on my abs and love handles. The earliest I can get in is 2 weeks. I'm going on vacation 5-6 weeks later and moving after that so I want to get the procedure done beforehand. Will this be enough recovery time to go out and enjoy a vacation?

Sean Younai, MD, FACS · Answer

Recovery after liposuction varies depending on the type, extent, and amount of liposuction. Although you can be very active within a week after liposuction, you will have much swelling and inflammation for at least 8 weeks after liposuction. Some people will still have some bruising after 8 week. It is no a good idea to sun bath or to get a tan when you still have bruising, because you can develope areas of hyperpigmentation.

	Therefore, you can go on vacation within  weeks after a liposuction.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Activities after #LiposuctionBruising and swelling are normal in the suctioned areas and usually increase slightly after the removal of any tape or foam. The bruising will decrease over 3-4 weeks, but may last as long as 6 weeks. The majority of the swelling will be gone within the first 3-4 weeks. However it may take 6-9 months to disappear completely. The compression garment helps reduce the swelling, and the longer it is worn, the more quickly the process will proceed.As with all operations, pain and discomfort varies greatly from patient to patient. Generally, one should expect that pain medication will be required for the first several days. Continuing discomfort can last varying amounts of time. Much of the swelling and bruising will be improved by two weeks; however, some will persist for 6 to 8 weeks. It is often difficult to see significant changes in the body shape before this time. You should be able to enjoy your vacation, but keep in mind that there will still be some possible bruising and swelling.

Ron Shelton, MD · Answer

Unless there is a rare complication, you should certainly be able to travel. Bruising will be gone by then, but the surface can still be somewhat swollen and irregular making you uncomfortable to wear a bathing suit possibly.

Frank Agullo, MD · Answer

You shoul be able to return to normal activity within days after liposuction. It usually takes about two weeks to resume strenuous exercise. Most of the swelling and bruising after liposuction is resolved after 4-6 weeks. You should be able to go on vacation 5 weeks after liposuction, keeping in mind that there will still be some minor swelling.

David Hansen, MD · Answer

Most patients after tumescent liposuction under local anesthesia can have a great time on their vacation in as little as 2-3 weeks since we start exercising at 1 week.  Enjoy,

	David Hansen,MD

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