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Could my compression garment leave permanent dent/lumps on skin? Should I get a different one? (Photo)

August 25, 2014
Asked By:Val08 in Los Angeles, CA

I had smartlipo done three days ago and the garment has the zipper on the left side. It's not straight and it lumps up a lot. When I looked at my skin I had a huge lump in the shape of the garment. I want to know if this could leave a permanent lump. I press it down and it goes away, but it comes back since the garment isn't straight. Should I get a different one? The Dr gave me this one. I'm afraid that lump will stay. The other side is fine since there is no zipper. Thanks.

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Answer: A larger size compression garment

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Answer: A larger size compression garment

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