I had severely aggressive full body liposuction, and do not look any different after 10 months. How is this possible? (Photo)

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10 full months after having had severely aggressive full body liposuction, I do not look, feel or weigh any different than I did prior to the surgery. I went in to get my tummy fat/muffin top removed & Doctor recommended full body: inner/outer thighs, shanks, hips, handles, abdomen, upper arms, inner knee fold & neck. I followed all instructions and continued compression garments for 6 months. Am so upset- this cost me 2 weeks of work, 4 months of recovery & over $10K.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Without better pre-and postoperative photographs it's impossible to comment on your situation. If you're dissatisfied discuss this with your surgeon and also consider investing in a second opinion.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This is a very uncommon scenerio.  I suggest you post before photos and discuss your unhappiness with your physician.  For all those areas, if you had significant need for contour, you should have had a good change in size and improvement in shape. If you want better results you may need to see a body contouring expert with experience in full body shaping for your next procedure. Best, Dr. Emer.

Francisco Canales, MD · Answer

Sorry to hear about your troubles. It would be helpful to post before and after photos for comparison. I see lots of bruising, but lots of bruising may mean aggressive surgery, but not successful fat removal. Do you know how much fat was removed? Did you have a board-certified plastic surgeon? It sounds like you followed all directions, so I would start by reviewing before/afters with your surgeon and having a long discussion. A second opinion would be helpful. Best wishes.Below is a patient who had 1800 cc removed from abdomen and lovehandles.

William C. Rigano, MD (retired) · Answer

Most plastic surgeons do not do FULL BODY liposuction. Liposuction is an excellent method to improve contour by removing fat. It is not weight loss. Unfortunately results are not nearly as good when patients are not fully informed about their responsibilities to be healthier.

Paul Silverstein, MD (retired) · Answer

I'm sorry, but it looks as if you were sold a Rolls Royce, when all you wanted was  a Chevy  Lipo should be healed within 6 weeks, and if you really needed the surgery the results should be obvious to you by that time.  I would recommend another opinion from a BOARD CERTIFIESD PLASTIC SURGEON.

I had severely aggressive full body liposuction, and do not look any different after 10 months. How is this possible? (Photo)

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I had severely aggressive full body liposuction, and do not look any different after 10 months. How is this possible? (Photo)

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Answer: Full body

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Answer: Healing after lipo

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