Numbness and a Lump After Chin Lipo? (photo)

Question

done my double chin lipo a week ago its numb and I notice a hard lump appear on the rigth side of my neck...is it normal?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

This is not a common presentation after liposuction of the chin and should be managed closely as it may be a lymph node or hematoma. Raffy Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Bruce E. Katz, MD · Answer

Thank you for posting a picture. Submental
Smartlipo will take a few weeks to fully heal, you will have minimal bruising
and swelling through the process. The numb feeling will eventually subside,
this is completely normal. Follow up with your surgeon during your healing
process.

Reginald Rice, MD, FACS · Answer

Likely it is a lymph node that responded(swelled) to the "trauma" of the procedure, however, it can sometimes represent a fluid collection--which can be treated. Have your surgeon evaluate it. The numbness and firmness in the liposuctioned area is expected. Give it time, it will improve.

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