Can a no- medication related buffalo hump return after liposuction surgery?

Fat in the posterior cervical region generally is inadequately treated by one operation. Because of the dense connective tissue resolution of swelling may take a bit longer.

Buffalo humps need aggressive liposuction and if this wasn't performed you may just be getting a less than optimal result. Sometimes the shape of the spine effects the ultimate outcome. I suggest speaking to your physician or getting a second formal consultation.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Thank you for your question. There are a variety of causes for this particular deformity. When I see you this problem, I usually recommend an evaluation by the patient's primary physician or endocrinologist. Liposuction is one way of managing this problem. If this does not help, or it returns, I believe this requires additional investigation such as imaging, and perhaps a biopsy.