MRI showed edema in my flank 6 months after TT and liposuction. What should I do?

I'm sorry to hear of the issues you have had since surgery. Your symptoms describe a potential infection. I encourage you to see your surgeon about your concerns. If your surgeon is unable to help you may need to see a specialist for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Thank you for your question about recovery from tummy tuck.

For specific questions like this and about your recovery in general, it is best to speak directly with your doctor or doctor’s representative – such as his or her nurse, or the physician on call for the practice.

You will likely get many differing opinions from members of the RealSelf Community, but they have not personally seen or examined you. Nobody should know you or your unique set of circumstances better than your doctor.

If you feel you are not being listened to or you are doubting your doctor’s recommendations, then it is certainly within your rights to seek a second opinion and get the advice from another board certified physician. This should be done through an in-person consultation with a thorough evaluation, including a review of your history, review of all prior treatment and with a physical examination.

Obviously, if you think that you are having a medical emergency or other serious problem, you should call 911 and/or go to your nearest emergency room.

Best Wishes.

Even if there’s no drainage or pus there now it could develop and need to be drained. I would see your surgeon untrue it either resolved with antibiotics or turns into a pus pocket. If it runs into a pus pocket it’s pretty obvious