Health issue after lipo and fat transfer to my calves: I cannot walk and I'm in pain, any suggestions? (Photo)

Question

I liposuction and a fat transfer to my calves. After the surgery, I was in so much pain and I couldn’t walk. The doctor said it’s normal. 4 days in the hospital because I can walk I have swelling calf red + fever, found my blood level is lower, doctor said no infection, he give me recommendations to walk. I am doing all the effort walking + massage + antibiotics but still cannot walk after 8 days still in pain. I need a help, the doctor washed his hands of this. What can I do or any specialist can help me?

Alex Campbell, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. Swelling in the first week after liposuction is quite common. It's best to follow your surgeons specific advice post-operatively.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

A few thoughts come to mind. I would highly advise against massaging areas treated with fat transfer.  That will kill the grafted fat.  In fact, I don't think massage is needed and can make for a very painful recovery.  I am not in a position to change your postoperative protocol.  I would lean towards immobilization, leg elevations and around the clock ibuprofen.  Rule out medical complications and expect the recovery to get better with time.  We weren't there for the procedure, don't have the luxury of examining you so other than giving gentle reassurance that people do better with time don't expect much help from us here.  Not sure if he even this response was of help to you. Hope you feel better soon best, Mats Hagstrom MD

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