Today is my 5 day post op appointment. Doctor drained 25cc of fluid and I passed out. Is this normal? (Photo)

All of the techniques have a down time. Liposculpture by any techniques will require some downtime...if you are promised several days downtime, you are probably being misled. The incisions for any techniques are small but healing  still takes time. Out patients with liposculpture are up and...

Liposuction can be performed to reduce the volume, but the skin will likely still be loose.  In other words, the rolls of loose skin will likely remain. I do a lot of liposuction and this has been my experience.

Liposuction removes the fat thats right under the skin. and muscles are quite far deep. in order for the muscles to be affected one has to have had tummy tuck done as thats at the level of muscles. having said that, if you feel weak in your core muscles (which it seems like you are) its best to...

Sorry to hear about your pain, tammyradencic. Although pain and soreness should gradually decrease as time goes by, it’s possible that you’re still experiencing it because you’re still having procedures done, that is, fluid drainage from your back. It’s also possible that the pain you’re ...

Hello, Thank you so much for sharing your question. Cost can vary from surgeon to surgeon. I suggest you get a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon for more information. Kind regards, Dr. Roberto Guerrero, MD

Thank you for your awesome question! Your concerns are important to discuss directly with your board certified plastic surgeon.  He or she will appreciate the open communication and will want to help you. I hope this is helpful and wish you all the very best.  Sincerely, Brian S. Coan, MD, FACS