I had cortisone shots for irregular swelling after liposuction. 2 months later and I have huge, discolored indentations on my stomach and thigh. Does anyone have any advice on what to do?
October 30, 2018
Answer: Indentation and discoloration from cortisone shots Thank you for sharing your photos and your question. Unfortunately, the indentations, and the discoloration from cortisone injections in these areas is not likely to improve. That is one of the unfortunate side effects of using steroids. You need to discuss what options your physician may be able to provide to improve the appearance.
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October 30, 2018
Answer: Indentation and discoloration from cortisone shots Thank you for sharing your photos and your question. Unfortunately, the indentations, and the discoloration from cortisone injections in these areas is not likely to improve. That is one of the unfortunate side effects of using steroids. You need to discuss what options your physician may be able to provide to improve the appearance.
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Answer: I think doing Cortisone shots for swelling was ill advised swelling will almost always go away with time. The problem with cortisone shots is that they definitely cause fat atrophy which is permanent!!! I have been a plastic surgeon and done many TT and Smartlipo cases etc and I have NEVER used cortisone shots to decrease swelling. your indents may improve somewhat over the course of a year but then you may want to consider fat transfer or smartlipo to try and smooth the area around it. david berman md
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Answer: I think doing Cortisone shots for swelling was ill advised swelling will almost always go away with time. The problem with cortisone shots is that they definitely cause fat atrophy which is permanent!!! I have been a plastic surgeon and done many TT and Smartlipo cases etc and I have NEVER used cortisone shots to decrease swelling. your indents may improve somewhat over the course of a year but then you may want to consider fat transfer or smartlipo to try and smooth the area around it. david berman md
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