6 Weeks After Lower Body Lift Swelling in Thighs/upper Legs- Normal?

Thank you for your question.  A photo would be helpful.   I would recommend you have an examination by your surgeon today.  Follow your surgeon's advise and continue close follow ups.  Best wishes. 

It's normal to have some swelling after a lower body lift surgery, and it's not uncommon for the swelling to persist for up to six months or more. The swelling is due to the trauma caused by the surgery and the body's natural response to heal. Compression garments are an essential part of the recovery process as they help to minimize swelling and promote healing. It's crucial to follow your surgeon's recommendations regarding compression garments and wearing them consistently to achieve the best possible outcome. Additionally, avoiding strenuous physical activity and taking enough rest can help reduce swelling. However, if you experience excessive swelling or if it persists beyond the six-month period, it's best to consult with your surgeon for further evaluation. Thank you for your question, and I wish you the best of luck in your recovery.
Sincerely, Dr. Katzen

The wound healing process following lower body lift surgery lasts for over a year. Most of the swelling resolves in six to eight weeks, but small amounts of swelling may persist for up to a year. The procedure inevitably interrupts the abdominal lymphatic drainage, and this takes time to re-establish itself. Patients can minimize swelling with compression garments, massage and limitation on activity levels. It's important to remember that swelling is a normal part of wound healing and should resolve with time.Significant swelling six weeks following lower body lift surgery should be evaluated by your plastic surgeon. In the vast majority of patients, this swelling is probably normal, but in a small percentage of patients, it might represent a problem. Seroma formation, low grade infection and lower extremity blood clots might be possible explanations for this swelling. If you continue to be concerned about persistent swelling, it's important to consult your plastic surgeon. Your surgeon should be able to evaluate your condition and formulate an appropriate treatment plan.

Swelling and bruising can take up to seven weeks following surgery to subside, but this can certainly last longer depending on your rate of recovery. Please continue to follow your surgeon's post-surgery care instructions and wear your compression garment. You should see your surgeon if the swelling is sudden.

Hello and thank you for the question!
At 6 weeks it is quite normal to have a lot of swelling. If you are heavier in your thighs, they might swell even more. Also be careful with your food, you lost a bit of weight at surgery, you eat more to heal and the exercise is limited so careful so you don't add some unwanted weight.
Otherwise if concerned check with your surgeon about particularly swollen areas to exclude complications.
Take care and good luck!