Hello! I had lower leg liposuction (WAL) for lipedema. I'm 5 months post-op. My right leg feels almost back to normal, however left leg has more edema and pins-and-needles feeling. They are the same size. Both legs still swell around ankles, but wondering why the one leg feels different? Should I be concerned about lymphedema? Is one leg sometimes slower to heal for some reason? Any input? My doctor is in Germany so I can only talk to him via email/photos. Thanks! I still get MLD 1x per week.
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It’s not uncommon to experience swelling after liposuction, and salty foods can contribute to fluid retention and exacerbate swelling. Seven weeks post-liposuction, you should see a significant reduction in swelling, but your body may still be adjusting. It’s a good idea to maintain a bal...
Hello mchapa85 Liposuction is considered to be a very safe procedure, however, like all surgical procedures, there is a small probability of post-surgical problems like swelling, infection, bleeding, changes in sensation, prolonged healing time or changes in skin appearance. Safety and i...
I can't speak to this device, but keep in mind, non surgical options give only mild improvement compared to surgical lifting. With non-surgical treatments, skin tightening can be done with a combination of vanquish, venus legacy, exilis, celllutone/Zwave. For best results, I recommend a hi de...
