Is Lymphatic drainage back up normal 6 months out of lipo? (photo)

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It's been a roller coaster ride. From day of lipo and breast augmentation- looking good. carved out and excited. Then swollen and rigid in the abdomen... after 3 months of compression garment, I am swollen everywhere else. Month 4 - some relief. But puffy- Everything seems bigger-ankles to finger tips. But most prominent swelling and "fat" seems to be in lymph drainage channels. Also. Top of butt is hard and numb. I can't fit in my clothes ? My butt wasn't touched by surgeon

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Please see a board certified plastic surgeon for an in person assessment.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear DS888,swelling after liposuction is a common problem and it can last for months. That is why we offer complimentary Venus Legacy Radio Frequency Treatments after liposuction  to help with fluid mobilization.Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery  Member, Am. Society of Plastic Surgery

William Andrade, MD · Answer

Hello, intermittent swelling can occur after liposuction and it generally resolves over several months.  If it is persisting I would suggest discussing your concern with your plastic surgeon so they can do a proper assessment.

Daniel Zeichner, MD · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!
Congratulations on your procedure!
Resolution of swelling after liposuction is quite variable. Most often, swelling resolves within one year after the procedure, but on occasion, it may take even longer. One may be able to accelerate the process somewhat with lymphatic massage and radio frequency treatments if the swelling is intolerable, but, otherwise, it will eventually subside on its own. Consider discussing this problem with your surgeon.
Best wishes!

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