I Had Liposuction One Week Ago and Now Have a Tearing Feeling if I Move the Wrong Way, is This Normal?

Question

I had a breast lift/augmentation at the same time as my lipo. I went for my first post-op yesterday. Breasts seem to be healing well. I am very bruised and swollen from the lipo. I feel okay, but the tearing feeling seems worse today.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

I am not certain if you are describing the tearing feeling in your breasts or the liposuction treated areas. IF it is involving the former, I would discuss with your surgeon to ensure that your incisions are intact. If it is the latter, it may be due to fluid shifts or areas of adhesion.

Ron Shelton, MD · Answer

You didn't mention which area(s) underwent liposuction. Although most people do not feel excessive pain after liposuction, some people may feel stinging or sharp pain, but most describe it as just being sore or very sore. It goes away gradually over weeks. It would be best to call your doctor and be seen to be sure there is no complication and in this way you can be reassured, or have a possible complication treated.

David Shafer, MD, FACS · Answer

You just had surgery, so it is expected that you go through a recovery phase.  Some people do quite well and other have some discomfort.  Some have a lot of swelling while others have less.  At this point, hang in there.  You should get better day by day.  If there is any concern, you should visit your surgeon soon rather than later.

	 

	Good Luck.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

Hi Gcarter

	You had a significant surgery and much goes into healing this.  The tearing sensation can be post-procedure pain that is normal.  However, both you and your surgeon put a great deal of effort into your surgery.  I strongly recommend that you let your surgeon know about what you are experiencing so you can be examined and appropriately reassured.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

You may be experiencing some adherence of the soft tissue to the overlying skin during this early post-op period.  Weird sensations can occur during the first few weeks of healing. If concerned then call your doctor.

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