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I'm 10 days post op. I had lipo and Tummy tuck and I already had lymphedema in one leg before my surgery. Swelling options?

Taressa321Jan 29, 2018
I've been wearing my compression sock but my feet are very swollen still what will get the swelling down .. Im wearing my faja also

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Jay Burns, MD

Thank you for your question! As you are preparing for surgery, please discuss your daily activities with your board-certified plastic surgeon and for a personalized recommendation on expected downtime. There were always be some variability during the healing process as each patient and the...

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Thank you for your question and photo.  One year is plenty of time for swelling to resolve.  If still there revisit with  your surgeon or seek a second opinion.  Good luck.

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Medication preferences vary between surgeons. With your previous post-op experience, it is best to discuss all your concerns and a post-op plan with your board certified plastic surgeon.

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