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?
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Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) says:
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Dear Sunflowerforyou,
I would have to examine you but it appears that this is a contour irregularity after liposuction. This happens often when areas the undergo liposuction are not feathered appropriately.
The good news is that it can be fixed and I have done so with good results before. While...
You have two issues that cannot be addressed with liposuction. First, you have a weak chin, small chin, and this will emphasize loose skin. Adding a chin implant or even have jaw surgery will do much for your profile. Second, the loose skin can be treated with radiofrequency treatments like...