Today I feel more bloated and swollen than 2 days ago. It is normal with lipo?

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I had my surgery 6 days ago, liposuction of abdomen, flanks, back and arms. Today I feel more floated and swollen than 2 days ago. It is normal? I will begin my pos-op massage tomorrow and my doc tomorrow will take off my drainage from my back

Aldo Guerra, MD · Answer

Your bloating is normal. At this point, you could be more constipated due to pain medications. Have your doctor check your stomach area very carefully especially if you have not had a bowel movement yet.Good luck, Dr. ALDO

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Recovery will vary based upon the amount of liposuctioned fat, but swelling can last for 3 to 6 months.  The result will depend upon that amount as well as the skill with which it is removed to maintain a smooth contour. Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Yes, you will have swelling, which can fluctuate and can last 3-6 months after your procedure. I recommend adding hyperbaric oxygen and lymphatic massage along with your compression to help decrease swelling. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding vanquish for further fat removal, exilis/venus legacy for skin tightening, cellutone/z wave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Gebal Matos, MD · Answer

Hi! thanks for your question. And the answer is yes, it is normal to feel more bloated and swollen six days after liposuction. Swelling and fluid retention are common post-operative responses that fluctuate during the initial recovery period.
What to Expect:- Swelling: Swelling typically peaks within the first week post-surgery and can last for several weeks to months.- Fluid Retention: Feeling bloated is often due to fluid retention and the body's natural inflammatory response to surgery.
Key Points:- Post-Op Massages: Starting your post-operative massages can help reduce swelling and improve fluid drainage.- Drain Removal: Your doctor removing the drains will also help in reducing fluid buildup and swelling.- Follow-Up: Ensure you follow all post-operative care instructions from your surgeon and attend all follow-up appointments.
When to Contact Your Surgeon:- Contact your surgeon immediately if you experience severe pain, increased redness, excessive drainage, or signs of infection (fever, chills).
Your current symptoms are likely part of the normal healing process but always stay in close communication with your medical team for personalized advice and reassurance.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
You are still early in the healing process, it can take up to six months to see your final results, so please be patient. At the stage you are in, inflammation, discomfort and irregularities are normal.
If you have any concerns, please follow up close with your plastic surgeon.
Good luck :)

Scot Martin, MD · Answer

During the first 2 weeks after getting liposuction, swelling will increase and peak before starting to dissipate. Your results should continue improving over the following several weeks and months. However, if you have any concerns, be sure to bring them up with your surgeon at the follow-up you already have scheduled.

Lawrence D. Chang, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Most swelling after liposuction occurs in the first 1-2 weeks. Increased swelling can also be attributed to increased activity, insufficient aggressive compression and/or constipation. Our practice recommends aggressive compression with lipofoam, as well as deep tissue massage as early as 3 weeks post-operatively.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Your swelling will fluctuate with activity and you will be maximally swollen during the early post-op period.

M. Dean Vistnes, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

The lumpiness, swelling, itching and hardness after a surgery like you had typically persists at least 8 weeks after the surgery then slowly goes away. In my experience, daily massage of the hard areas makes the biggest difference in getting rid of it sooner rather than later. Staying away from salt will make a big difference in swelling. It can easily take 6 months or more to see results. Be sure to keep any scheduled follow up appointments you have with your surgeons for his evaluation and advice. Hope this helps.
Dean Vistnes, M.D.
Vistnes Plastic Surgery 
San Francisco Bay Area
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Today I feel more bloated and swollen than 2 days ago. It is normal with lipo?

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