Lumps after Smart Lipo 12 weeks post op. Do I continue to massage it?

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It has been 12 weeks since I had smart lipo to my abdomen and there is still one big lump to my lower abdomen. Do I continue to massage it or has it improved all that it is going to? Also, do I keep wearing the compression garment because I have been wearing it all of the time except massage and shower. Thank you for your time.

Scott C. Lindsay, DO · Answer

Thank you for your question.
Yes, continue to massage the areas. The swelling may take six months to resolve. You can wear the garment for as long as you are comfortable doing so. Continue to follow your surgeons instructions and contact him him or her with any concerns. Best wishes.

Marco A. Pelosi III, MD, FACOG, FACS · Answer

Three months is still not the end of the lipo healing process. Lumps can take up to six months to resolve. Continue massaging the areas.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It can take 3-6 months for final results with Smart Lipo. Compression and lymphatic massage may give improvement. For best results with treatments like Smart Lipo, I recommend adding a combination of radiofrequency treatments like Vanquish, Venus Legacy, Exilis Ultra for skin tightening and with Z wave/Cellutone for skin smoothing in order to get the best results. A VASER HI DEF procedure is needed to get more contouring and definition. See an expert for a formal consultation. Best, Dr. Emer

Calvin Jung, MD · Answer

Hi!
Lumps and bumps as we call it are part of the post op healing process for lipo.  They will usually go away after a period of time (3-6 months post lipo).  It sounds like you are doing your part with massages and wearing the compression garment.  All doctors have a different algorithm for how long they have their patients in a compression garment, for that, I would follow up with your body contouring specialist!  I would give it more time but also would recommend following up with your doc.

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

Some degree of lumpiness is common, they are usually temporary but can take months to subside.Check with your plastic surgeon for any treatments such as ultrasound and/or steroid injections.

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