I am having a tummy tuck with liposuction and I continue to hear stories from women swelling several months after their procedures. Are there any precautionary measures I can take to prevent this. I realize the inflammation is the bodies natural response, but can I do anything to minimize the length of time this goes on?
Answer: Swelling after tummy tuck and liposuction Post operative swelling after a tummy tuck and/or liposuction can last about three months, sometimes a bit longer. Other than wearing your compression garment and perhaps lymphatic massage and limited activity, there isn't much to do to minimize the swelling. Consult with a plastic surgeon in person for more detailed information.Best wishes,Dr.Bruno
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Answer: Swelling after tummy tuck and liposuction Post operative swelling after a tummy tuck and/or liposuction can last about three months, sometimes a bit longer. Other than wearing your compression garment and perhaps lymphatic massage and limited activity, there isn't much to do to minimize the swelling. Consult with a plastic surgeon in person for more detailed information.Best wishes,Dr.Bruno
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May 10, 2018
Answer: Swelling After Tummy Tuck and Liposuction Swelling can vary from person to person. Start your pre-op course with increase in exercise (aerobic) and isometrics to tighten your muscles (abs, arms, and legs). Keep a low sodium diet (pre op and post op) to decrease water retention.
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May 10, 2018
Answer: Swelling After Tummy Tuck and Liposuction Swelling can vary from person to person. Start your pre-op course with increase in exercise (aerobic) and isometrics to tighten your muscles (abs, arms, and legs). Keep a low sodium diet (pre op and post op) to decrease water retention.
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May 9, 2018
Answer: Post op swelling Thank you for your question. Post operative swelling in tummy tuck/liposuction cases can last up to a year after your procedure. Be patient and make sure you're following up with your ps.
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May 9, 2018
Answer: Post op swelling Thank you for your question. Post operative swelling in tummy tuck/liposuction cases can last up to a year after your procedure. Be patient and make sure you're following up with your ps.
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May 8, 2018
Answer: Swelling after tummy tuck and liposuction Thanks for your question. Swelling is common after abdominoplasty and suction lipectomy and can last for weeks to months. I generally suggest wearing a compression garment and limiting activity after these procedures, however, there will always be some degree of swelling; that being said, specific recommendations will vary from physician to physician. You should discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon. Best of luck!
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May 8, 2018
Answer: Swelling after tummy tuck and liposuction Thanks for your question. Swelling is common after abdominoplasty and suction lipectomy and can last for weeks to months. I generally suggest wearing a compression garment and limiting activity after these procedures, however, there will always be some degree of swelling; that being said, specific recommendations will vary from physician to physician. You should discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon. Best of luck!
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May 8, 2018
Answer: Swelling After Tummy Tuck You are correct in that the body's natural response to a trauma such as surgery is inflammation and swelling. During a tummy tuck, in particular, the channels that function to drain fluid get disrupted and it can take months for everything to "open up" again. Tummy tucks are one surgery that tends to produce prolonged swelling in my experience.
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May 8, 2018
Answer: Swelling After Tummy Tuck You are correct in that the body's natural response to a trauma such as surgery is inflammation and swelling. During a tummy tuck, in particular, the channels that function to drain fluid get disrupted and it can take months for everything to "open up" again. Tummy tucks are one surgery that tends to produce prolonged swelling in my experience.
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