It was only done on my stomach right around my belly button. Now I have massive hard lumps on each side. Is this normal? Will it go away? Can massaging it make it worse? I wish my doctor would of explained some of the common side effects. He said I would be back at the gym 4 days after. He forgot to mention I would have two golf balls in my belly.
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I never use drains for liposuction. In all cases of liposuction that I can think of they are unnecessary. If your surgeon is considering using them then seriously question them on it. Good luck.
Mini liposuction works great in this area. Off label however you can try noninvasive treatments like Ultrashape, which have done excellent for my patients. Best, Dr. Emer.
Recovery for liposuction is relatively quick, but bruising and swelling can remain up to two or four weeks. Moderate exercise can be resumed after one week, and depending on the size of the area and how many areas are involved, many patients return to work within three to seven days. It is...