Sat on butt for a couple minutes tops 21 days post op. Have I killed fat cells?

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I am 21 days post op after bbl surgery. Today I was woken up by room service and in my confusion, I rolled onto my butt and sat up, then slid off the bed on my butt. Have I damaged my results?

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
Yu will probably be ok. Each doctor has their own protocol. It is very important that you talk to him about your concerns and goals. I recommend my patients not to sit for more than 30 mins. every two hours, for the first 2 weeks, and always with the help of a boppy pillow. If you have any concerns, I suggest you follow up close with your plastic surgeon.
Hope this is helpful. Good luck :)

Erika Sato, MD, FACS · Answer

I normally have my patients stay off of their buttocks for 10 days. You will lose fat cells even if you don't apply any pressure to that area. The fat cells are lost all the way to 6 months post op. From what you describe, I don't  think that will make a significant difference in your overall result.

Jeffrey Antimarino, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  I understand your concern.  But at 3 weeks post-op sitting for a few minutes probably had no affect at all on your final outcome.   If you notice more swelling, pain or bruising I would discuss this with your plastic surgeon.  If there has been no change I would just continue with the post-op regimen your surgeon has laid out for you.

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