5 weeks post op, I have redness and pain on my interior thighs after Liposuction. Is this normal? (photo)

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I had lipo and a tummy tuck on 4/10. Lipo to flanks, outer thighs and inner thighs. lipo sites were sutured closed. Need to note that my compression garment was extremely tight. At my first post op visit my legs had red, warm, and painful patches to inner thighs. Was placed on several rounds of antibiotics, culture negative. 5 weeks later, and areas have not improved and are still sore. The color has now changed to a darker red/brown. Any ideas what this is? PS states has never seen this

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

The redness of the skin is worrisome. It would be interesting to know if the liposuction you had was assisted by ultrasound or by the laser. The heat from these devices can damage the skin.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I would suggest getting a second opinion, you may need a skin biopsy to see if there is something going on deeper.  It is hard to tell if this is a dermal/subcutaneous, epidermis, or lymphatic issue.   Laser could be a reason for this complication if it was used during the procedure.  I hope you can the appropriate treatment. I wish you the best of luck, Dr. Emer.

5 weeks post op, I have redness and pain on my interior thighs after Liposuction. Is this normal? (photo)

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