is it normal for the legs (from thighs to ankles) to get swollen after lipo in tummy/hips/flanks? I also had revisions in my thighs but I have noticed that my pants are tighter than previous to the surgery 2 weeks ago. why would I be swollen in the legs after tummy procedure? and why are the flanks feel so hard? thanks.
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