I had a full tummy tuck with some lipo on flanks eight weeks ago. The first photo is from 4 weeks out; the second is from 8. I have a strange lump on my left hip that has not changed in 4 weeks. Also my left flank is incredibly swollen and has not improved in 4 weeks. Is this swelling or fat? Shouldn't it be showing some improvement?
January 26, 2016
Answer: Swelling or fat lump 4 weeks out of tummy tuck with lipo I am sorry that you are having issues about your procedure
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January 26, 2016
Answer: Swelling or fat lump 4 weeks out of tummy tuck with lipo I am sorry that you are having issues about your procedure
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January 27, 2016
Answer: Residual fat vs swelling While photos help demonstrate what is bothering you, there is no comparison to an actual exam. It may not appear to have changed in 4 weeks to you but does appear to have improved from your 2 photographs. At this point, it really could be either. Some clues to its cause would come from closer exam. Firm possible fat necrosis versus edema. Compresses with finger pressure...edema, improves with wearing your garment....edema. If the area is soft and pliable, it may represent an area of residual fat. My recommendation is that I would follow this up at 6 months...If still present, I would recommend treatment with spot liposuction which could be easily performed in the office. One of the things to ask your surgeon about prior to surgery is how such fees get handled. Are revisions and touch up's deemed necessary by the patient and surgeon covered as part of the initial surgery fee?
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January 27, 2016
Answer: Residual fat vs swelling While photos help demonstrate what is bothering you, there is no comparison to an actual exam. It may not appear to have changed in 4 weeks to you but does appear to have improved from your 2 photographs. At this point, it really could be either. Some clues to its cause would come from closer exam. Firm possible fat necrosis versus edema. Compresses with finger pressure...edema, improves with wearing your garment....edema. If the area is soft and pliable, it may represent an area of residual fat. My recommendation is that I would follow this up at 6 months...If still present, I would recommend treatment with spot liposuction which could be easily performed in the office. One of the things to ask your surgeon about prior to surgery is how such fees get handled. Are revisions and touch up's deemed necessary by the patient and surgeon covered as part of the initial surgery fee?
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