Will Not Wearing Compresion Garment the Full 6 Weeks Ruin Lipo Results?

May 5, 2010
Asked By:kimmy18524 in Boston

I had abdominal liposuction with closed stitches and general anesthesia. I wore the garment for about a week-and-a-half and due to extreme discomfort took it off. I know the garment helps reduce swelling and recover faster, but if I didn't wear it the full 6 weeks did I ruin the end results. It's been 8 weeks and my stomach has reduced greatly in swelling, but still hard and a little puffy. I don't care how long it takes to recover, as long as I look good in the end. Did I ruin my chances at a nice body?

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May 9, 2010

Answer: Compression garments after liposuction

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