Male, 49, reasonable shape, had lipo on my belly 7 weeks ago. Photos are attached showing the results. A sharp indentation just below stomach, then even bigger than before around my navel, which is also deeper than before. Doctor said after 2 weeks it is fluid that will drain. Now he says it is fibrous tissue that will stay. This looks awful - I had a little extra before, but looked natural, now deformed. I would be grateful for any advice from doctors.
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March 15, 2013
Answer: Seven weeks is too early to make a judgment about liposuction.
Drainage can persist even longer than this; up to a week or more is not unheard of depending on how much was done and what your skin is like. You should of course, remain in contact with your PS. And, finally, if fluid is forming it's better if it comes out than if it has to be...
Thank you for submitting your question. I would wait until 18 years of age before you consider a cosmetic surgical procedure. There are risks and complications that can occur with any surgery. When your an adult, you are more emotionally and physically ready. Best wishes
A physical examination is necessary to determine the amount of fat and the elasticity of the skin before proposing liposuction as a procedure for contouring the arms. If the fullness of your upper outer arm is from fat (and not muscle) then liposuction could be a possible method to improve the ...
