My stomach is worse than before the procedure. Is there any hope that the ripples will go away, is this normal? I'm still wearing my compression garment and binder. How can I get a smooth appearance, my stomach is really hard and my belly button looks abnormal, please advise.
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October 28, 2014
Answer: Liposuction and Ripples
Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Your spinal cord is encased in bone. Spinal cord injuries produce paralysis. The word you are looking for is "lower back". Discomfort in this area is common after liposuction in this area due to friction over the muscles as the procedure is being conducted. This will improve over time and muscle...
Bruising usually travels downward due to gravity. Blood in the fluids that are released by your body as it heals can make it's way to areas beneath the treated sites. Swelling will improve by laying down with a pillow under your buttocks frequently. Bruising will resolve spontaneously in a few...