Was too much fat removed during recent mommy makeover procedure? Original weight: 155lbs. I am 5'6" and 42 years old.

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I recently had a mommy makeover, lipoabdominoplasty and breast lift. I also had liposuction to my lower back, hips and upper arms. Original weight was 155lbs. I am 5'6" and 42 years old. In total 10.4lbs of fat and skin were removed. It seems 10.4 lbs was a great deal to remove. The PS nurse shared with approximately 7.5lbs were removed the rest was skin. Was 7.5lbs too much? Is this a normal, healthy, average amount to remove? I was required to have an overnight stay at the surgical center.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Thank You for you're question.The amount of fat that they removed on average is what could be removed from someone with a medium size frame. 7.5 pounds of fat is not an excessive amount of fat removed while keeping you're bodies proportions prior to surgery in mind. If you have any more questions, I recommend you  consult with a board certified plastic surgeon.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Congratulations on having undergone the mommy makeover surgery.  Online consultants will not be of much specific help to you: there is no "normal" or statistically "average" amount of tissue/weight removed during these types of operations.   Obviously, much depends on the specific patient's anatomy, the exact operation agreed upon, exactly how the operation is executed... Best to address specific concerns/questions directly with your plastic surgeon. Best wishes for an outcome that you will be pleased with long-term.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

High volume fat removal (over approximately 10 pounds) may lead to a higher risk of complications.  You will want to discuss your concerns with your surgeon and be aware of "red flag" symptoms to report.  The overnight stay at the hospital was a wise precaution.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well. 
7.5lbs s not an excessive amount. Unfortunately, without pictures, it is very difficult to give you a proper answer. l recommend you to make an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon to talk about your goals and anything you need to know.
Good luck :)

Asaf Yalif, MD, FACS · Answer

I am not sure what the question is? If your appearance is as expected after surgery then the amount of tissue removed is appropriate. As long as you look and feel well there should not be an issue with the amount removed. That being said it is normal to have you stay overnight after a big procedure, regardless of the amount of tissue resected. If you are concerned that somehow too much has been taken please discuss with your surgeon why they removed as much has they did.

Was too much fat removed during recent mommy makeover procedure? Original weight: 155lbs. I am 5'6" and 42 years old.

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