MiraDry and extreme extremity swelling. What can I do? (Photo)

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I had MiraDry done on the highest setting 3 days ago and now my arms are massive. Extremely HUGE! I'm so upset because I had a lower body lift and breast lift 2 months ago with minimal swelling, and I looked amazing. My arms weren't tiny before but definitely not very big either. Now I look and feel absolutely horrible with my massive arms, armspits, and upper sides. I'm extremes worried about this. How long will it take to go down and are my arms now going to really hang after? Please help.

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Your swelling of the arms is impressive and highly unusual. I suggest you be examined by your treating physician for a full evaluation. Wearing a compression garment, elevating your arms and massage may help in the meantime. Good luck,

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

I would encourage you to wrap your arms with an ace bandage, ice and keep them above your head as much as possible. We give our patients Celebrex 100mg which greatly reduces swelling, but this is normal and to be expected with treatment as the fluid re-absorbs into your body. This could take 2 weeks. Be well.#swelling #miraDry   #Fluidabsorption

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

I would wrap arms from hands to axilla.  Keep elevated. use ice. and be patientSwelling should resolve over a few days. See your doctor

Young R. Cho, MD, PhD · Answer

Thank you for your question and for sharing your photos and concerns with us.  I would recommend that your visit with miraDry provider. I also recommend that you start compression of your arms to help reduce your swelling. Keep them elevated above your heart when you are at rest, as this will use gravity to help you reduce your swelling.

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

This is just swelling.  It will resolve for sure.  Do not worry!  You could use ACE-wrap at night to help the fluid absorb faster.

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