I had tumescent Lipo on my thighs, calves & ankles a week ago today (2/26). Last Sunday (3/3) I washed the garment & showered and during the time the garment was off I really swelled up! I’ve been wearing my garment every day & am scared to take it off except for a very brief shower, like I don’t even shave so I can get in & out and put my garment back on, but the swelling is still there. Any tips on how to reduce it? I’ve tried ice and drink tons of water!
Answer: Swelling After Liposuction This is something you should discuss with your surgeon who knows you best. For my patients, I tell them it is normal to have a lot of swelling after liposuction, continue to be vigilant in wearing your compression garment. Whenever sitting try to elevate your legs. Avoid salty foods and eat a healthy diet. Walking is good but don't over do it, or swelling will return. Good luck.
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Answer: Swelling After Liposuction This is something you should discuss with your surgeon who knows you best. For my patients, I tell them it is normal to have a lot of swelling after liposuction, continue to be vigilant in wearing your compression garment. Whenever sitting try to elevate your legs. Avoid salty foods and eat a healthy diet. Walking is good but don't over do it, or swelling will return. Good luck.
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Answer: Swelling Swelling is normal and you will be your biggest usually at the end of the first week. Continue to wear your garment as much as possible. While it is washing and drying, you might want to get into another garment.
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Answer: Swelling Swelling is normal and you will be your biggest usually at the end of the first week. Continue to wear your garment as much as possible. While it is washing and drying, you might want to get into another garment.
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March 12, 2019
Answer: Swelling After Liposuction Unfortunately, I see questions like this often and it means that your surgeon didn't educate you about the postoperaitve experience. Typically, the garment is worn for 23 hours per day. It is taken off to shower. This is for the first three weeks. For the second three weeks it's worn for 12 hours per day. After that I have patients wear Spanx or similar. The swelling will take many weeks to resolve. In addition you will notice the subcutaneous scarring begin to develop. This will feel like hard "ropes" or "knots" under the skin. This will take six to eight months to resolve and can be a year.
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March 12, 2019
Answer: Swelling After Liposuction Unfortunately, I see questions like this often and it means that your surgeon didn't educate you about the postoperaitve experience. Typically, the garment is worn for 23 hours per day. It is taken off to shower. This is for the first three weeks. For the second three weeks it's worn for 12 hours per day. After that I have patients wear Spanx or similar. The swelling will take many weeks to resolve. In addition you will notice the subcutaneous scarring begin to develop. This will feel like hard "ropes" or "knots" under the skin. This will take six to eight months to resolve and can be a year.
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March 8, 2019
Answer: Swelling 7 days after liposuction of lower extremities Hi and welcome
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March 8, 2019
Answer: Swelling 7 days after liposuction of lower extremities Hi and welcome
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March 9, 2019
Answer: Swelling after liposuction Swelling after liposuction it's normal and should be at dissipated. There's no way to stop this process. The procedure you had will leave you swollen for a long time. Expect leg ankle and foot swelling for six months or longer. That said, the majority of swelling will dissipate in the next 3 to 4 weeks. For lower extremity swelling try leg elevations by laying flat with your legs elevated above your heart using two or three pillows. Compression garments as you have already noticed will keep swelling down. Swelling is a normal part of the healing process. Ideally the healing process and post operative expectations should be discussed prior to a procedure. Best, Mats Hagstrom,MD
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March 9, 2019
Answer: Swelling after liposuction Swelling after liposuction it's normal and should be at dissipated. There's no way to stop this process. The procedure you had will leave you swollen for a long time. Expect leg ankle and foot swelling for six months or longer. That said, the majority of swelling will dissipate in the next 3 to 4 weeks. For lower extremity swelling try leg elevations by laying flat with your legs elevated above your heart using two or three pillows. Compression garments as you have already noticed will keep swelling down. Swelling is a normal part of the healing process. Ideally the healing process and post operative expectations should be discussed prior to a procedure. Best, Mats Hagstrom,MD
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