How to get rid of hard lump by ribcage after lipo? (Photo)

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I’m almost a year out after having lipo. I noticed almost immediately post op a hard bump by my rib cage. I tried massaging it but it hasn’t gone away. Photo is from today. It’s pretty noticeable when I inhale. How do I get rid of it?

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear alf2022,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

I would go back to your surgeon and be examined. You may have a seroma, a small sack of fluid, which would need to be drained or possibly removed.  Or, you may have some residual fat.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

I don’t think anyone can make an accurate assessment based on an online post on real self

potential treatments are based on what the underlying ideology is which at a minimum will require an examination and possibly radiologic evaluation with ultrasound or MRI.
First and foremost I suggest you follow up with your provider who did the liposuction.  here she should be able to help evaluate and treat if indicated.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD

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