Large visible hard lump size golf ball above belly button and fluid build up. Should I massage?

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I can feel fluid when I press down on my stomach my left side feels like a water bed but I wondering is the lump The actual fluid buildup . I feel swishy areas for sure but now worried cause i won't be able to go for another 3 days as they are closed . Should I massage ? Is my compression garment too tight ? I'm worried

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

What you describe is consistent with a seroma or possibly even a hematoma. If this is the case it's best treated by aspiration.

William Andrade, MD · Answer

It is difficult to tell you the cause of the lump without a proper exam but I think you are on the right track booking an appointment with your surgeon as soon as the office opens.  If there are concerning changes you could seek medical attention sooner, for example in the ER.

Erika Sato, MD, FACS · Answer

You definitely want to make an appointment to see your PS. It sounds like you have a hematoma and/or seroma. You want your compression garment to be tight. Massaging can help if the lump is fat necrosis, scar, or hematoma.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Please call your plastic surgeon. He or she needs to know what's going on with you.All surgeons have either a way of contacting them after hours or someone covering for them.  It sounds like you may have a seroma.That is a fluid buildup that can happen after liposuction.Generally, they need to be drained, often multiple times.  While seromas are not dangerous, they need to be managed.Best of luck,Mats Hagstrom, M.D.

Large visible hard lump size golf ball above belly button and fluid build up. Should I massage?

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Answer: Please call your plastic surgeon

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Large visible hard lump size golf ball above belly button and fluid build up. Should I massage?

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