Fainting or about to after removing binder/compression garment to shower after BBL everytime. Normal?

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Every time I remove my binder/compression garment from around my waist to shower, a ringing in my ears starts and I am about to pass out. I have to lie down to to stop this and I break out in a sweat and go pale. I am extremely worried because right now I live alone and if I faint and injur myself this could be a serious problem. How long will this continue for and is it normal or a sign of something else? I had lipo to abdomen, waist hips and lower back and bbl to buttocks. 7 days post op now.

Sam Jejurikar, MD · Answer

This is happening because of profound fluid shifts in your body. I'd recommend making sure you are better hydrated; drink at least 8 oz of Gatorade, fruit juice, water, etc every 8 hours while you're awake. You may also be anemic (low blood count); an iron supplement can be useful to help correct anemia quicker. If this persists, you should let your physician know. At the very minimum, you should get your vitals checked and possibly get a CBC (blood count). Hope this helps - Sam Jejurikar, MD

Israel Manon, MD · Answer

Hello
It is possible that the compression garment is too tight causing this reaction in you.
I suggest you discuss with your plastic surgeon all your concerns to have the best results post ops.
Regards
Dr. Israel Mañon                                                     
Certified Plastic Surgeon

Brian Coan, MD, FACS · Answer

Congratulations on your recent surgery and thank you for sharing your question about your post operative recovery and results after your surgery.  Final results can take 6-12 months for all the swelling to subside.  At our office we actually see all of our surgery patients the very next day after surgery and then again at two weeks and beyond. We enjoy staying closely connected to our patients and enjoy giving the extra attention and service. Your concerns are important to discuss directly with your board certified plastic surgeon.  He or she will appreciate the open communication and will want to help you. I hope this is helpful and wish you all the very best.  Sincerely, Brian S. Coan, MD, FACS

Katherine Feliz Camilo, MD · Answer

You are experiencing a blood pressure imbalance . Maybe you are wearing your garment too tight. This causes your internal veins in the abdomen to be compressed. When you unhook your garment a sudden change in intrandomnal pressure occurs and the blood pressure drops. You may want to try to use a less tight garment or try to unhook it little by little / or while laying down. Wait until your body balances and you should be fine. Best ,

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