Day 5 after my first miraDry treatment and swelling / fluid is all over my torso (penile edema)

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I did the Miradry for the first time 5 days ago - everything went well. From day 3 the swelling / fluid started on my chest traveling to my abdomen / waist, now it's around my penis (penile edema) I know this to do with the gravity, but is it normal for it to go all the way down? I apply ice on all swollen areas and take ibuprofen (once a day) and bromelain (twice a day) I'm really worried. I did the treatment in a city 500km away from home. I would appreciate your advises doctors.

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

This much swelling is worrisome. I suggest you see your treating physician. In the meantime, avoid salty foods that might promote fluid retention. Best wishes, Dr. ALDO

Robert Whitfield, MD · Answer

This treatment should be isolated to the armpit area.  It should not travel and cause edema anywhere else.  With one treatment we have seen 82% reduction in underarm sweat.

Shareef Jandali, MD · Answer

Swelling of the trunk is completely normal after Miradry and can last a few weeks. However, swelling that goes all the way down to the groin area is extremely rare and we have not seen that in our practice. I would not be concerned unless there is any sign of infection like redness or pain or fever. Continue an anti-inflammatory like Motrin and it should clear on its own. You should call your provider that performed the procedure and make them aware.

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I have done miraDry since May 2011, hundreds and hundreds and I have never seen swelling extending to the areas you have mentioned. I use the highest energy level (level 5) AND treat the area TWICE !I do place ALL of my patients on a bioflavonoid regimen called Swell-X pt to reduce swelling and I have done so for more than 5 years. See link below.

Kenne Ogunmakin, MD · Answer

It is not unusual to have swelling that spreads to the abdomal space following Miradry. Continue icing as you are doing. I recommend you call your doctor to discuss your concerns. Good luck.

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Day 5 after my first miraDry treatment and swelling / fluid is all over my torso (penile edema)

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