Does my arm swelling post Lipo = dehydration? (photos)

Swelling after #Vaser liposuction is not uncommon. Gentle #walking may increase circulation and help to alleviate swelling. But you must not strain or push yourself. Also, if you were provided a post-procedure #garment, be sure you are wearing it until prescribed otherwise by your doctor. The purpose of the post-procedure #garment is to provide some gentle #support and to reduce swelling. If it feels too tight or causes pain, take it off. Many patients wear the #elastic garment for several weeks after procedures, as directed by their doctor; some choose to wear it longer for several months for comfort.
The final results of the procedure are typically most noticeable 2-4 months following the #Vaser. So, you must have patience. The swelling will gradually diminish while the contours of the treated area(s) can continue to improve up to one year post procedure; becoming more apparent in appearance. If you have concerns about your healing, or pain that you question to be unusual, it is important to call your plastic surgeon to discuss these further asked to be examined. 

I suggest moving more, hyperbaric oxygen, lymphatic massage and compression.  Eat the right foods, low in salt and a lot of fluids.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Have you had swelling of your arms with dehydration in the past? If so, make sure to rehydrate as that should remedy the issue if that is the cause. If that is not your past experience, swelling of the arms after liposuction is most likely from liposuction, not dehydration. Liposuction is surgery. Surgery is an insult/controlled trauma to the body. Swelling is normal after trauma to the body. It is normal for areas adjacent to the areas of liposuction to also swell after liposuction. This majority of the swelling may last up to 4-6 weeks, improving all the while with residual swelling up to 6 to even 12 months post liposuction. Swelling is usually worst in the first 24-48 hours. Make sure to convey your concerns to your plastic surgeon. If asymmetric swelling of the arms or calves and pain persist/increase, call your surgeon immediately. Wishing you a smooth recovery!

Swelling is normal in all areas after Vaser liposuction. In my practice all of my patients have a post op protocol they follow. I suggest talking to your physician about the type of garment you are wearing, I use a full CAT suit stretching down to the wrists and ankles. That keeps swelling minimal and the healing process much faster. With that I suggest lymphatic massages to reduce the fluid build up post Vaser Lipo. Please call with your treating physician as to what his or her protocol might be postoperative or if you have symptoms that are worsening. Best regards, Dr. Berger