I had Lipo 3 weeks ago and had a complication with a seroma in one spot. It was drained 6 times and I think it went away finally but my stomach does not in any shape form or fashion look good. Is this normal? When do I start to worry that it will not get any better than this? there also seems to be an odd imprint on my stomach. I have read all the answers and know there is swelling. What I want to know is 3 weeks PO is this what it is supposed to look like?
Answer: 3 weeks post-op. I know there is swelling after lipo but does this look anywhere near normal? Please followup with your surgeon to assure that all of the fluid has been drained and has not re-accumulated.
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Answer: 3 weeks post-op. I know there is swelling after lipo but does this look anywhere near normal? Please followup with your surgeon to assure that all of the fluid has been drained and has not re-accumulated.
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May 22, 2019
Answer: 3 weeks post-op. I know there is swelling after lipo but does this look anywhere near normal? Thanks for your question. You're still in the early stage of healing. There is a process of swelling and bruising that peaks at 3 days after surgery and then undergoes the first stage of major resolution in the first 2 weeks after surgery. The lateer phase of healing takes place over the 2-3 months after surgery where everything really settles and softens. It is after this time that we are getting close to the final result, though this varies patient to patient.
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May 22, 2019
Answer: 3 weeks post-op. I know there is swelling after lipo but does this look anywhere near normal? Thanks for your question. You're still in the early stage of healing. There is a process of swelling and bruising that peaks at 3 days after surgery and then undergoes the first stage of major resolution in the first 2 weeks after surgery. The lateer phase of healing takes place over the 2-3 months after surgery where everything really settles and softens. It is after this time that we are getting close to the final result, though this varies patient to patient.
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May 22, 2019
Answer: Post-Liposuction After Care -- Compression, Lymphatic Massage, Hyperbaric Oxygen, Radiofrequency (Venus Legacy, Exilis, Forma) Swelling post-lipo can persist for months, so it's important to be on the right after care protocols. I recommend following up with your physician about their suggested after care protocol. I have my patients wear compression for 3 to 6 weeks straight then overnight for 3-6 months after their procedure. I suggest adding hyperbaric oxygen and lymphatic massage along with your compression to help decrease swelling. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding Vanquish for further fat removal; truSculpt iD, Exilis, Forma, and Venus Legacy for additional skin tightening; and Cellutone / ZWave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance.
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May 22, 2019
Answer: Post-Liposuction After Care -- Compression, Lymphatic Massage, Hyperbaric Oxygen, Radiofrequency (Venus Legacy, Exilis, Forma) Swelling post-lipo can persist for months, so it's important to be on the right after care protocols. I recommend following up with your physician about their suggested after care protocol. I have my patients wear compression for 3 to 6 weeks straight then overnight for 3-6 months after their procedure. I suggest adding hyperbaric oxygen and lymphatic massage along with your compression to help decrease swelling. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding Vanquish for further fat removal; truSculpt iD, Exilis, Forma, and Venus Legacy for additional skin tightening; and Cellutone / ZWave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance.
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May 22, 2019
Answer: Liposuction Recovery 777111 I am sorry you had to deal with postoperative seromas, and I completely understand your concern. However, you cannot evaluate your results after only three weeks, especially after seroma formation. Under circumstances with no issues like seroma, it can take as long as six months for all swelling to resolve and skin to settle down. Your photos do not demonstrate any cause for immediate concern. Try to stay patient and positive and follow up with your plastic surgeon. Good luck.
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May 22, 2019
Answer: Liposuction Recovery 777111 I am sorry you had to deal with postoperative seromas, and I completely understand your concern. However, you cannot evaluate your results after only three weeks, especially after seroma formation. Under circumstances with no issues like seroma, it can take as long as six months for all swelling to resolve and skin to settle down. Your photos do not demonstrate any cause for immediate concern. Try to stay patient and positive and follow up with your plastic surgeon. Good luck.
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Answer: 3 weeks post-op. I know there is swelling after lipo but does this look anywhere near normal? (photos) Hello dear!!
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Answer: 3 weeks post-op. I know there is swelling after lipo but does this look anywhere near normal? (photos) Hello dear!!
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