I had lipo 5 weeks ago and my inner thighs are sagging. I was told 5lbs were taken out but I am only 2lbs lighter. My doc says the sagging will be lifted after the swelling goes down. How can that be? I am petite and was lean to begin with. He also says I don't need to wear compression garment but I read here that some doctors suggest wearing it for 4-5months. which is it?
January 10, 2016
Answer: Lipo Results Thank you for your question. It makes sense that you're confused because the answers that you're being given definitely don't make sense. Depending on how much is removed during the lipo, it is possible that the skin could sag some. Without seeing photos, it's hard to really assess that. And you should be wearing some type of compression garment. Is your surgeon Board Certified? If not, I suggest seeking the opinion of a board certified plastic surgeon. Good luck to you!
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January 10, 2016
Answer: Lipo Results Thank you for your question. It makes sense that you're confused because the answers that you're being given definitely don't make sense. Depending on how much is removed during the lipo, it is possible that the skin could sag some. Without seeing photos, it's hard to really assess that. And you should be wearing some type of compression garment. Is your surgeon Board Certified? If not, I suggest seeking the opinion of a board certified plastic surgeon. Good luck to you!
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Answer: #Liposuction - Sagging after lipo of inner, outer thighs and knees? I'm sorry for the problems you're having.A photo will be helpful in obtained a more directed response. Posting before and after photos is that much more useful.That being said, it can take a long time to see the final results of lipo and, during that period (up to 6 months or longer), it is not uncommon to have swelling, lumps, irregularities, what appears to be overhanging skin, etc. Fortunately, most of these settle down on their own. Rarely, small revisional procedures (touch-ups) may be required.You should remain in contact with your own plastic surgeon, both to keep an eye on your recovery and to address whether or not anything may need to be done in the future (which, hopefully, will not be the case).Finally, when there is a statement such as "5 pounds was taken out," it is difficult to assess that without knowing a lot more. Does that include fluid that was injected? Was the aspirate (the "stuff" removed) allowed to set for 20-30 minutes before being measured (to allow for separation between fat and non-fat), how much blood was lost, etc. So when you put all of that together, combined with the fact that you still have some swelling, it is very difficult to address that issue intelligently.Again, though, your surgeon will be best able to do so.I hope that this helps and good luck,Dr. Alan EnglerMember of #RealSelf100
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Answer: #Liposuction - Sagging after lipo of inner, outer thighs and knees? I'm sorry for the problems you're having.A photo will be helpful in obtained a more directed response. Posting before and after photos is that much more useful.That being said, it can take a long time to see the final results of lipo and, during that period (up to 6 months or longer), it is not uncommon to have swelling, lumps, irregularities, what appears to be overhanging skin, etc. Fortunately, most of these settle down on their own. Rarely, small revisional procedures (touch-ups) may be required.You should remain in contact with your own plastic surgeon, both to keep an eye on your recovery and to address whether or not anything may need to be done in the future (which, hopefully, will not be the case).Finally, when there is a statement such as "5 pounds was taken out," it is difficult to assess that without knowing a lot more. Does that include fluid that was injected? Was the aspirate (the "stuff" removed) allowed to set for 20-30 minutes before being measured (to allow for separation between fat and non-fat), how much blood was lost, etc. So when you put all of that together, combined with the fact that you still have some swelling, it is very difficult to address that issue intelligently.Again, though, your surgeon will be best able to do so.I hope that this helps and good luck,Dr. Alan EnglerMember of #RealSelf100
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