4 months post-op: I still have hard nodules on my abdomen and do not seem to be going away.

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I found the procedure extremely painful and found things like walking and sitting increased the pain. I have a high pain tolerance Pain is gone but nodules are still here. I’m scared. I’ve been massaging, drinking lots of water, and exercising. Help! I did this so I could feel more confident and now I’m insecure and I’m nervous being intimate with someone because they will feel them. How do I make them go away?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It takes 3-6 months for final results with Sculpsure. You may still have swelling. I recommend lymphatic massage along with your compression to decrease swelling. Keep in mind, a combination of treatments is needed for best results with Sculpsure. I recommend combining Sculpsure with Vanquish and Venus Legacy/Exilis Ultra treatments. However, a VASER hi definition procedure would give you the best results with fat removal and shaping for the thighs but would require more downtime. Best, Dr. Emer

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. I suggest that you move forward and consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon. The SculpSure treatment should not be painful because it emits a massaging and can be adjusted to a level that is comforting. You can massage your treated areas. 
Best wishes,

Naveen Setty, MD · Answer

Having nodules after SculpSure treatment is quite common.  Typically, those nodules will be gone by 4 months but they can persist.  Massage as you are doing is important.  Most likely these nodules will eventually resolve.

Bryan Criswell, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. It is not uncommon to have nodules lasting longer than the 12 week period. Fat breakdown can vary patient to patient, combining massage at home to those areas along with Endermolgie treatments with your post care might help to speed up the process.  We recommend 2 sessions of SculpSure 6 weeks apart for optimal results. Check in with your provider for additional post care. Obviously let you surgeon know how you are doing.

David Finkle, MD · Answer

I have found Endermologie or LPG to help eliminate the nodules after CoolSculpting and SculpSure.  It is an outpatient procedure that uses suction rollers to "squeeze" the skin and lymphatics.  It feels like a deep massage and is not expensive or painful, 3-5 treatment sessions are probably necessary.  You will need to call around to find a doctor's office or med spa that offers this service.Good Luck!

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4 months post-op: I still have hard nodules on my abdomen and do not seem to be going away.

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