When is a good time to use heat or cold compress? Had ab lipo.

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When can I start using heat or cold compress? It's quite itchy at the wounds now.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear angelinelovelace,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

During the initial few days post lipo you may use a heat or ice compress if it makes you feel better although it will not reduce the swelling. I recommend adding hyperbaric oxygen and lymphatic massage along with your compression to help decrease swelling. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding vanquish for further fat removal, exilis/venus legacy for skin tightening, cellutone/z wave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

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