Lipo causes fluid to build up where the fat used to be.If it is indeed a normal body's healing process but we compress it out of the treated area does it go elsewhere in the body or just becomes absorbed by the lymphatic system? If so, is this the kind of massages that are done post operatively? And are they only on the treated areas or all spots where lymph nodes are in clusters? Basically can the fluid end up accumulating in the groin or axillas if the treatment was say in the torso?
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I'm sorry to hear that you are having a rough go of things! Unfortunately, it is very, very important that after liposuction you remain in a compression garment. This helps to ensure that the overlying skin retracts appropriately and smoothly. It also can help with swelling and general edema....
The ideal liposuction candidate is one who is within their ideal body weight range and has unwanted areas of fat that have not changed with diet and exercise. You want to begin your weight loss journey and use liposuction as the final contour for the areas of concern. Best wishes!
It certainly sounds like you are at high risk for any surgery. Or, at least at a risk which is not worth it for simple cosmetic interventions. My recommendation to you is to investigate some of the newer generation of lasers and machines which can reduce fat nonoperatively. They are not as...