Fibrosis after liposuction! Help! (Photo)

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I had liposuction done 3 and a half weeks ago, i have bumps and lumps all over my stomach. I'm so sad, I'm 25 and just the thought of having to hide my stomach all the time makes me cry. My body and confidence was ruined !!!! Please help! What options do I have, I'm massaging twice daily and started with ultrasound combined with my lymphatic massage last week, the sessions will be once/ week as adviced. Will this go away ? What else can I do :(

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It is very common to have bruising and swelling for weeks to months after liposuction procedures.  What is most important is that you follow your surgeons post operative instructions and continue compression.  If you are concerned, lymphatic massage and Velashape or Venus Legacy treatments can be used to improve the swelling and help the skin tighten.  My patients start treatments right away and it improves the long term results.  Speak to your physician if you are concerned. It seems that you had an energy based device and likely have some fibrosis and a lot of swelling that needs time to heal.  I am sorry you have this result but give it a little more time to assess the final outcome.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Ryan Neinstein, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Thanks for the question, it seems you have a hypertrophic response to the procedure. Just like some people get bad scars on the skin you can get get more scarring under the skin. I 100% empathize with the situation. Luckily time will help and things will soften. The best thing to do to enhance is lymphatic massage and external radio frequencyI wish you the best

Hooman Khorasani, MD · Answer

Thank you for the post and photographs.  It is very common to have bruising and swelling for weeks to months after liposuction procedures. You should follow your surgeons instructions including compression and massage.  Most of the time, lumps disappear with time, compression and massage. In rare cases, lumps do not disappear and may require a second minor liposuction procedure (but this is very uncommon).  Please share your concerns with your surgeon and I am sure they will be able to assess you and devise the best possible plan moving forward.  I hope this helps.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

After three weeks there is a sizable amount of swelling after liposuction. This will be more substantial if liposuction was aided by ultrasound or laser. There is no benefit to massage nor ultrasonic treatment. Ultrasonic treatment may actually aggravate the problem.

Brian J. Reagan, MD · Answer

Luckily its still early in your healing.  I like to use foam with compression to achieve a smooth contour.  Contour abnormalities can be common with lipo.  Sometimes revision lipo with fat grafting is necessary. Allow 6 months of healing, and keep in touch with your surgeon.All the Best,Dr. Brian Reagan

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Answer: Healing after liposuction is not hasten by massage nor ultrasound.

Answer: Healing after liposuction is not hasten by massage nor ultrasound.

Answer: Abnormalities after Lipo

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