I'm on day 7 post op, abdominoplasty + flank lipo. Is it normal for my thighs to be very swollen? When will it go away? Also how many more inches can I expect to lose off my tummy once the swelling is gone? I can't see yet under my garment but I feel larger than before.
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This is uncommon to see so many months down the track. I would suggest seeing another doctor for a second opinion. It’s very difficult to assess without seeing you in person.
Thank you for your question. Scarring can result after any procedure; and may be caused by several factors, including the patient's skin type and the amount of tension placed on the scar. If you have a history of severe scarring after procedures, let your board-certified plastic...
Abdominoplasty scars can be quite complex, ranging from the simple hypertrophic scar to a multiplane inflamed keloid. Pigmentation, discoloration, chronic inflammation, scar visibility can all occur in the short term. We begin each treatment with combination therapy using Yellow broadband BBL,...