I totally got the scenario of how existing fat cells can grow if an individual gains extra body fat after lipo, any weight gain may result in the fat being stored elsewhere (untreated areas). But from what I read, the body requires certain amount of fat cells, so if fat cells were removed, they can cause fat cells to migrate to other part of the body whether the person gains weight or not. IS IT TRUE? if so, what benefit can one receives from lipo knowing this is a no win situation.
Answer: Fat Migration after Liposuction?
Liposuction in one area depletes fat cells in that area. As a result, if a patient gains weight the fat will be stored in other areas of the body preferentially.
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Answer: Fat Migration after Liposuction?
Liposuction in one area depletes fat cells in that area. As a result, if a patient gains weight the fat will be stored in other areas of the body preferentially.
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December 26, 2012
Answer: Does fat migrate to other areas of the body after lipo even if we don't gain weight?
I do not believe that fat will migrate to other areas of the body if you don't gain weight, and I have not seen it do so after having performed liposuction for decades. However, with increasing age and hormonal changes, fat does redistribute whether or not you have had a liposuction.
The best plant is to have a lipo, if you want and need one, and stay in good health, by eating healthfully and exercising. Also make an attempt to maintain normal hormone levels (bioidentical hormones) for someone about 35 years old. This will help you maintain muscle size, which burns calories even when you are asleep. Bone mass will also be preserved.
We can't stop the aging process, but we can make every effort to slow it down, and that will help prevent excess accumulation of fat.
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December 26, 2012
Answer: Does fat migrate to other areas of the body after lipo even if we don't gain weight?
I do not believe that fat will migrate to other areas of the body if you don't gain weight, and I have not seen it do so after having performed liposuction for decades. However, with increasing age and hormonal changes, fat does redistribute whether or not you have had a liposuction.
The best plant is to have a lipo, if you want and need one, and stay in good health, by eating healthfully and exercising. Also make an attempt to maintain normal hormone levels (bioidentical hormones) for someone about 35 years old. This will help you maintain muscle size, which burns calories even when you are asleep. Bone mass will also be preserved.
We can't stop the aging process, but we can make every effort to slow it down, and that will help prevent excess accumulation of fat.
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December 17, 2012
Answer: Fat Cell Migration after Liposuction
The situation you are describing is not true. Liposuction permanently removes fat from the areas that are treated. If you do not gain weight, you will not see an increase in fat elsewhere. This is not a lost cause and if you have a problem area or two that you just can't seem to get rid of, liposuction is a great tool for improving your figure. Good luck.
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December 17, 2012
Answer: Fat Cell Migration after Liposuction
The situation you are describing is not true. Liposuction permanently removes fat from the areas that are treated. If you do not gain weight, you will not see an increase in fat elsewhere. This is not a lost cause and if you have a problem area or two that you just can't seem to get rid of, liposuction is a great tool for improving your figure. Good luck.
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December 11, 2012
Answer: Fat Cells, Migration of fat, and Liposuction
Fat cells can't migrate.
However, if you ask the question "Can you gain volume in another area after liposuction, even if you don't gain any weight?", the answer is that it is possible. For most patients, this slight gain in volume in another area of the body will not be noticeable.
There have been studies looking at breast enlargement after liposuction of the abdomen (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2007 April 15;119(5):1584-9). They DID show that a certain number of women gained volume in their breasts (about 40%). I don't know of any studies looking at other areas of the body - ie thigh enlargement after lipo of the abdomen. So, if you are worried about volume gain in your breasts, you should ask your doctor at the consultation. I wouldn't worry about gaining volume in other areas.
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December 11, 2012
Answer: Fat Cells, Migration of fat, and Liposuction
Fat cells can't migrate.
However, if you ask the question "Can you gain volume in another area after liposuction, even if you don't gain any weight?", the answer is that it is possible. For most patients, this slight gain in volume in another area of the body will not be noticeable.
There have been studies looking at breast enlargement after liposuction of the abdomen (Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, 2007 April 15;119(5):1584-9). They DID show that a certain number of women gained volume in their breasts (about 40%). I don't know of any studies looking at other areas of the body - ie thigh enlargement after lipo of the abdomen. So, if you are worried about volume gain in your breasts, you should ask your doctor at the consultation. I wouldn't worry about gaining volume in other areas.
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December 8, 2012
Answer: Fat Cells Migrate after Liposuction Surgery?
Thank you for the question; it is a common one.
Liposuction surgery removes fat cells; the fat cells that are removed are permanently removed. From this standpoint therefore, the results are permanent. However, if the patient gains weight the fat cells that remain in the area will grow. Obviously, there may be relatively more fat cells present on other anatomic parts (these parts may grow relatively more when patients gain weight after the liposuction procedure).
I hope this helps.
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December 8, 2012
Answer: Fat Cells Migrate after Liposuction Surgery?
Thank you for the question; it is a common one.
Liposuction surgery removes fat cells; the fat cells that are removed are permanently removed. From this standpoint therefore, the results are permanent. However, if the patient gains weight the fat cells that remain in the area will grow. Obviously, there may be relatively more fat cells present on other anatomic parts (these parts may grow relatively more when patients gain weight after the liposuction procedure).
I hope this helps.
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