Is this liporaspiration and why did it take so long to show up? Will anything help? Should be wearing compression hose? (photo)

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I am 52 yrs. old and had Vaser smooth on front of thighs along with lipo of inner/ back of thighs almost a year ago. PS did a fat transfer to my butt. I was only 120 lbs when had surgery. I just recently started noticing this discoloration, which goes away when I sit down. i am worried about it getting worse. Please help.. Thank you, Regina

Puneet Gupta, MBBS, MRCGP · Answer

Dear Regina,
Although it is not very clear from the picture but I suspect the discolouration following vaser you are talking about is a condition called as erythema ab lipo which is very common and can happen due to the heat from the ultrasound involved in vaser. I would suggest to see your surgeon first if you have not already done so.The second step could be to see a dermatologist and seek advice.
I hope that helps
Best wishes
Dr Gupta

Is this liporaspiration and why did it take so long to show up? Will anything help? Should be wearing compression hose? (photo)

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