I had tumescent lipo of abdomen done 2 days ago- 450cc taken out. I have no drainage from open wounds. My tummy is exactly the same size as before. Does it mean it did not work or the doctor didn't take out enough fat? I'm 116 lbs 5'5 height. I'm really worried.
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Tumescent liposuction is surgery and therefore does have some risk, but it is a very safe procedure with an excellent safety profile. Because it is now performed with microcannulas (suctioning straws) entirely under local anesthesia, it is less invasive than traditional liposuction. The biggest ...
Thank you for your question about your liposuction.Most people worry about exactly this at this point.500 cc might be exactly right, if you are slim, as your photo suggestsNothing should be done or planned now.Wait a full 6 months - if the result is inadequate consider a touch up thenYou are...
From your photographs, it seems he would be an excellent candidate for liposuction under local anesthesia. Tumescent anesthesia with very small cannulas should be able to reduce your localized fat with a very smooth contour. Recovery is fast and you should be able to resume your normal...