Massive fluid retention 8 weeks after liposuction, is this normal?

March 6, 2016
Asked By:Poppyclare in Ukiah, CA

I had a full tummy tuck two years ago and had liposuction on my lower abdomen 8 weeks ago. I have gained about 10lb on the scale since the liposuction. The increase started one week post op and continues to increase day by day despite not increasing my calorie intake. I can feel fluid right across my entire stomach. My whole body feels slightly swollen as well. Is this normal during the healing process?

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