I am a 50 year old female and had a BBL with fat transferred from my abdomen . I now have an EXTREMELY hard abdomen and rippled skin. I've been spending months getting Lymphatic massages and although it has helped some, I'm wondering is there another procedure or a faster process to fix this. Will my abdomen EVER go back to normal? It has been almost a year since the surgery.
Answer: Fibrosis after Liposuction Hi pn6761, The skin can change in different ways after liposuction, oftentimes this can be unpredictable. Lymphatic massages are very helpful as you know. Swelling after liposuction can take over a year to completely resolve in some patients. It's always best to get advice from your board certified plastic surgeon as to his or her best recommended course of treatment at this time, especially since they know your body the best. Dr. Andre P. MarshallDouble Board Certified Plastic SurgeonBeverly Hills, CA 90210
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Answer: Contour deformity / fibrosis post abdominal liposuction Hi and welcome to our forum!From your photos, I note a skin contour deformity associated with areas of apparent firmness and other areas of soft tissue depression. There is noted to be exaggeration of the "skin pores" of the abdomen (known as peau d' orange), suggesting that there is still significant swelling present. You have already undergone a course of therapeutic massage. "Tincture of time" may be the best modality at this point as it takes 12-18 months for all swelling to subside. At that point, further treatment will be dictated by its appearance which will most likely change from its present appearance.During the interim, ultrasound or radio frequency treatments may hasten resolution of the process. Continue follow-up care with your plastic surgeon.Best wishes...
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Answer: Contour deformity / fibrosis post abdominal liposuction Hi and welcome to our forum!From your photos, I note a skin contour deformity associated with areas of apparent firmness and other areas of soft tissue depression. There is noted to be exaggeration of the "skin pores" of the abdomen (known as peau d' orange), suggesting that there is still significant swelling present. You have already undergone a course of therapeutic massage. "Tincture of time" may be the best modality at this point as it takes 12-18 months for all swelling to subside. At that point, further treatment will be dictated by its appearance which will most likely change from its present appearance.During the interim, ultrasound or radio frequency treatments may hasten resolution of the process. Continue follow-up care with your plastic surgeon.Best wishes...
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August 6, 2022
Answer: Hard abdomen after liposuction Dear pn6761, I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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Answer: Hard abdomen after liposuction Dear pn6761, I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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August 5, 2022
Answer: Extremely hard abdomen - will it ever go back to normal? Almost a year since the surgery With only 1 very poorly posted photo very hard to advise if additional surgery could improve your results of lipo of the abdomen. Are you a scar former? Where drains used in the abdomen after the lipo? Did you have an abdominal seroma form? Did you use a clinic for surgery? So you see better posted PHOTOS and answers to many questions are needed. If you want virtual consult with....
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Answer: Extremely hard abdomen - will it ever go back to normal? Almost a year since the surgery With only 1 very poorly posted photo very hard to advise if additional surgery could improve your results of lipo of the abdomen. Are you a scar former? Where drains used in the abdomen after the lipo? Did you have an abdominal seroma form? Did you use a clinic for surgery? So you see better posted PHOTOS and answers to many questions are needed. If you want virtual consult with....
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August 16, 2022
Answer: Contour irregularities Contour irregularities are one of the risks from liposuction. It may be that too much fat was removed during your procedure resulting in the hard abdominal irregularites. Typically lymphatic massages are helpful, but your results may be permanent without further surgical intervention.
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August 16, 2022
Answer: Contour irregularities Contour irregularities are one of the risks from liposuction. It may be that too much fat was removed during your procedure resulting in the hard abdominal irregularites. Typically lymphatic massages are helpful, but your results may be permanent without further surgical intervention.
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