Arm lift swelling after in 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.

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