Had an extended brachioplasty done a week ago. Last day antibiotics a couple days ago and since then lots of swelling tightness and tingling in upper arm to point compression feels like cuts off wrist circulation. I am icing and elevating arms. Any other ideas or concerns re this
May 18, 2018
Answer: Arm swelling after one week. Congratulations on your recent surgery. Swelling and tingling in areas after surgery is fairly common. It is unclear from your description if you still have surgical dressings on that may be too tight. Elevating arms at the level of the chest is the best position as if you have them too high and icing them will limit the circulation, too low and swelling of hands can occur. Ideally, call your plastic surgeons office for clarification of your post op instructions. Good luck.
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May 18, 2018
Answer: Arm swelling after one week. Congratulations on your recent surgery. Swelling and tingling in areas after surgery is fairly common. It is unclear from your description if you still have surgical dressings on that may be too tight. Elevating arms at the level of the chest is the best position as if you have them too high and icing them will limit the circulation, too low and swelling of hands can occur. Ideally, call your plastic surgeons office for clarification of your post op instructions. Good luck.
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May 17, 2018
Answer: Arm lift swelling after in week? Photos or additional information would be helpful in providing specific advice. Swelling after an armlift can last up to six months or even a year. Induration and hardness are components of the normal healing process. If there is anything suggestive of a fluid collection, hematoma, infection, or blood clot, follow up with your PS. Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Los Angeles, CA
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May 17, 2018
Answer: Arm lift swelling after in week? Photos or additional information would be helpful in providing specific advice. Swelling after an armlift can last up to six months or even a year. Induration and hardness are components of the normal healing process. If there is anything suggestive of a fluid collection, hematoma, infection, or blood clot, follow up with your PS. Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Los Angeles, CA
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