Lumps from Renuvion - What happened here? (photos)

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I had renuvion with lipo in dec 2020. I had post lymph massages and they said they felt some lumps so starting doing carboxy treatments. As time went by I started noticing lumps (not hard but soft ) in my stomach. I had see the dr again and he said it was from the j plasma so he revision it in sept 2021. The lumps have not went away and my skin. Feels and looks loose. And purple/pink color. What happened here? What can I do to get rid of this

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

You're on the right track with aftercare protocol. To improve your final results, I also recommend adding Vanquish for further fat removal; truSculpt iD, Exilis, Forma, and Venus Legacy for additional skin tightening; and Cellutone / ZWave to make the skin smooth, remove scar tissue, and improve the skin’s appearance.

It will take 6 to 12 months to see the final outcome. Ultimately, if you are unhappy with your results, please speak to your physician and ensure that he/she was a full body VASER Hi-Definition liposuction physician with extensive experience in contouring and body shaping -- and not just traditional fat reduction. ​You can always get a revision procedure by an expert if needed. Best, Dr. Emer

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You could get some improvement with Sculptra injections, diluted and done about 2 months apart. It may take several vials to treat the whole abdomen. I would suggest going to someone who treats a fair amount of scarring with Sculptra. The discoloration is from the heat of the J plasma energy on the skin. Once the skin is more smooth, it might improve. Otherwise, cosmetic tattooing, not artistic, when you have no tan could be considered. I would do a small area first to see.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Your provider lacks skill and experience to deliver quality Liposuction results. You were treated aggressively and left with an uneven fat distribution.

I purchased Renuvion when it first came out and used it for a year but literally saw only complications and increased postoperative pain.

I have since gotten rid of a device and do not recommend it.

I think your outcome is more related to your surgeon lacking Liposuction skill.

Uneven treatment combined with heavy-handed aggressive approach.

Unfortunately there is little that can be done to correct this type of outcome.

I continue to stress the importance of properly vetting plastic surgeons before committing to having permanent and irreversible procedures.

Delivering consistent high-quality Liposuction results is far more difficult than people believe.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD

Lumps from Renuvion - What happened here? (photos)

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