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Fortunately, there is no body structure that you can damage by having sex after liposuction. But, obviously the soreness of surgery can prevent some people from engaging in and enjoying sex immediately after surgery. Therefore, when my patients ask me about when they can have sex after liposuction, I usually tell them that they can have sex as soon as they feel comfortable- physically and mentally !
There is nothing about sex that will undo the effects of your liposuction or impair your results in any way. However, you will probably be a bit sensative, swollen and perhaps even bruised for up to two weeks after your procedure, which may curtail your desire for intimacy. Just pay attention to how your body feels and you'll know when the time is right. Feel free to bring up any other concerns with your board-certified dermatologist; we are here to help.
For the first couple of days, your surgeon probably has recommended that you don't exercise so that you minimize swelling and bruising, and your blood pressure may elevate during sexual relations so you should apply the restriction for the first couple of days. Another concern is the insertion sites in which the cannulae are introduced to the skin. IF there is significant friction over this area and if certain bodily fluids soil the wound, the insertions site(s) could get infected. It's best to wait for them to seal and heal prior to traumatizing the insertion sites. Some surgeons close and others leave the insertion sites open but covered wtih a dressing. Check with your surgeon what they recommend
Patients often worry about having sex too soon after a procedure. While there are some procedures that require a little time t o heal before having sex, most procedures don't affect that at all. The limiting factor is usually discomfort. Basically, when you feel up to doing it, you can. Unless you had a procedure that has stitches around your genital area (eg. labiaplasty, tummy tuck, etc) you should be free to do what you like. Just use common sense and don't get too rough. Other than that, enjoy yourself! I hope this info helps!
Depending on the magnitude of the procedure, liposuction will not really interfere with sexual relationships. Most patients feel a bit listless after any operation so sexual appetite may not return for a few days. People also experience sex in different ways and extremely acrobatic practices should be refrained from for a few weeks.
