I had lipo 9 days ago and I have two hard lumps by my belly button. They have been there since day one. I have been massaging them daily and they have not changed in size. Are they just lipo irregularities or should I be worried about seroma? They are not painful. At what point should I have them evaluated by a dr?
Answer: Liposuction It is far too early to be worried. Most likely you are feeling scar tissue as well as dead fat that will go away in time. Massage and be patient.
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Answer: Liposuction It is far too early to be worried. Most likely you are feeling scar tissue as well as dead fat that will go away in time. Massage and be patient.
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August 2, 2021
Answer: Periumbilical firmness after liposuction is quite common. Because of the difference in subcutaneous architecture near the umbilicus postoperative swelling can create significant firmness. This will resolve with time although will not follow the same timetable as the rest of the skin and fat of the abdomen.
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August 2, 2021
Answer: Periumbilical firmness after liposuction is quite common. Because of the difference in subcutaneous architecture near the umbilicus postoperative swelling can create significant firmness. This will resolve with time although will not follow the same timetable as the rest of the skin and fat of the abdomen.
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August 27, 2017
Answer: Post Liposuction Irregularities, Swelling -- Try Massage, Velashape or Venus Legacy With Your Compression It is very common to have bruising and swelling for weeks to months after liposuction procedures. What is most important is that you follow your surgeons post operative instructions and continue compression. If you are concerned, lymphatic massage and Velashape or Venus Legacy treatments can be used to improve the swelling and help the skin tighten. My patients start treatments right away and it improves the long term results. Speak to your physician if you are concerned. Best, Dr. Emer.
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August 27, 2017
Answer: Post Liposuction Irregularities, Swelling -- Try Massage, Velashape or Venus Legacy With Your Compression It is very common to have bruising and swelling for weeks to months after liposuction procedures. What is most important is that you follow your surgeons post operative instructions and continue compression. If you are concerned, lymphatic massage and Velashape or Venus Legacy treatments can be used to improve the swelling and help the skin tighten. My patients start treatments right away and it improves the long term results. Speak to your physician if you are concerned. Best, Dr. Emer.
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Answer: Hard lumps after liposuction In regards to the hard lumps
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Answer: Hard lumps after liposuction In regards to the hard lumps
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August 27, 2017
Answer: Hard lumps immediately after liposuction Thank you for your question, and congratulations on your liposuction procedure! It is very normal and expected to have swelling, uneven areas, firm areas, and numb areas immediately after liposuction. You are still in the inflammatory phase and will be swollen for a few more weeks. All of this is a normal process after liposuction and takes 6 weeks to 6 months to resolve. Keep in touch with your plastic surgeon who can guide and reassure you through the process, but try as hard as you can not to get worried about uneven or firm areas until you are fully healed (6 months). Best of luck!
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August 27, 2017
Answer: Hard lumps immediately after liposuction Thank you for your question, and congratulations on your liposuction procedure! It is very normal and expected to have swelling, uneven areas, firm areas, and numb areas immediately after liposuction. You are still in the inflammatory phase and will be swollen for a few more weeks. All of this is a normal process after liposuction and takes 6 weeks to 6 months to resolve. Keep in touch with your plastic surgeon who can guide and reassure you through the process, but try as hard as you can not to get worried about uneven or firm areas until you are fully healed (6 months). Best of luck!
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