Lumps After Liposuction in Every Area. What Can I Do for It to Go Away? Will It Disappear.

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I had tumescent lipo done on my upper, lower abs and flanks 2 weeks ago. I've noticed that I have big lumps on my sides and small ones on my abs all over. I'm really worried that it'll stay that way. I'm also worried because when I first had it done my waist and abs looked awesome right away but now it looks the same as I had before? Will it go back or did I just get fat again?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Liposuction results at 2 weeks are hard to evaluate.  Lumps and bumps should be evaluated to make sure that no fluid collection is present.  I have patients wear the compression garment for 4 to 6 weeks, and I do not allow strenuous exercise for at least 4 weeks.  However, every surgeon is different, so ask your surgeon.

Vivek Bansal, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. There are procedures that can reduce lumps and irregularities such as Vaser shape and Vela shape.  Swelling can also still occur.  I would recommend wearing your compression device to reduce swelling for 4 more weeks and then reassess for a treatment plan. I hope this helps.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Post Tumescent Liposuction  Hard Lumps - Cause and Treatment
	Massage can help manage firm lumps and bumps following liposuction to a varying degree. If the reason for this firm area is because of residual edema (called induration) then it will likely be gone by 6 months. Other causes may be from a localized seroma, liquefied fat pocket, or a fat deposit that did not survive.

	Therapeutic or "lymphatic massage" may be helpful following  a  Liposuction Procedure to minimize swelling and resolve some of these firm areas.. Make sure your surgeon feels that you have healed sufficiently  and it is safe before doing this.  Endermologie is also very helpful after liposculpture/liposuction but again, not critical.  Although deep tissue massage following liposuction can aid in smoothing out  contour irregularities that invariably accompany this procedure it has limited effect on the final outcome and  is NOT mandatory. Some plastic surgeons recommend it to all  patients as they feel the edema resolves faster.  Ask your surgeon to show you or a significant other how to do this if cost is an issue. Typically they will have you massage toward areas of maximum lymphatic drainage ( for example groin or armpits) A low sodium diet may also be helpful early on.

Raj S. Ambay, MD · Answer

You are still very early in healing. expect swelling some puffiness and lumpiness. Most of this resolves on its own over time. Make sure you follow up with your PS.

Sugene Kim, MD, FACS · Answer

Thanks for your question.  You had liposuction only 2 weeks ago.  I would expect that you would have some lumpiness and swelling/edema.  You should massage the area and wear compression garment.  Follow your plastic surgeon's postoperative instruction.  It will take several months to achieve the final contour from liposuction; you shouldn't worry too much at this time. Best wishes.

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