82 hours post op (inner/outer thigh, knee, hip, arms) liposuction and see no change.

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Hello doctors, I had liposuction 82 hours ago in inner / outer thigh, knee , hip, arms I see some improvement on the arms and hips but the legs and knees BARELY LOOK DIFFERENT from when I started. They are EXACTLY where they were pre op :-( feeling very depressed The knees and legs feel very sore and bruised so should I expect the shrinkage to start in the next week ? I am concerned at this point at my decision to undergo the procedure Will appreciate your expert opinions thank you :-(

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello. Great question. Congratulations on your procedure. At 82 hours you are very early in your recovery process. There is still a lot of swelling present. Swelling can misguide the result of your procedure. Be patient, keep following your surgeon's post op instructions.

Miguel Delgado, MD · Answer

You have swelling that may last for several weeks or even months. Wait about 6 months for your final result. Good luck.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It is too soon to tell what your final results will be. You have swelling, which can last 3-6 months after your procedure. I recommend adding hyperbaric oxygen and lymphatic massage along with your compression to help decrease swelling. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding vanquish for further fat removal, exilis/venus legacy for skin tightening, cellutone/z wave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You are swelling from liposuction and may not see any changes yet. You will actually be your most swollen by the end of the first week. I am sure your surgeon discussed this with you. Be patient.

Garrett M. Crabtree, MD · Answer

You have a lot of swelling at this time. Remember , it will take several months before you will see your final results. Follow up with your surgeon to see that all is progressing as desired. Dr Crabtree

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