Compression garment leaving crease in my skin: what should I do? (photos)

August 26, 2016
Asked By:kybbers in Windsor, ON

I am 12 days post op from my endoscopic tummy tuck and liposuction surgery. My medical grade compression ion garment is worn daily for 23 hours. There is small crease forming above my belly button, despite either standing or laying mostly inclined. Will this go away on its own, or should I massage/try something else to help alleviate this?

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Answer: Skin creases from compression garment.

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