Can I apply apple cider vinegar to my thighs to help with the bruising from the lipo?

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I am on day 7 after full TT and Lipo on flanks and inner and outer thighs

Stephen T. Greenberg, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and congratulations on your recent body contouring procedure!  In my experience there has been no scientific evidence to support the topical use of apple cider vinegar to aide in the dissipation of bruising post-operatively.  There are however oral supplements such as Arnica and Bromelain that have been successful at reducing post-operative swelling and inflammation.  Please discuss use of any oral or topical products with your board certified plastic surgeon before starting.  I hope this helps!

Michele A. Shermak, MD · Answer

I would recommend you not use this. Arnica is an herbal that is very good. Eating pineapple also helps. I would recommend you discuss with your surgeon her/his recommendations.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

Hello,Thank you for your question. I advise homeopathic Arnica pellets and topical Arnica gel to help reduce swelling and bruising. I'm not aware of any benefit to apple cider vinegar in relation to bruising. Ask you plastic surgeon what they recommend for you. All the best

Thomas Fiala, MD, FACS, FRCSC · Answer

The use of apple cider vinegar to improve the resolution of bruising is anecdotal, and hasn't yet really been studied scientifically.  While I don't think it would do you any harm, it's best to check with your operating surgeon to see if they have any objections.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
  
Thanks for the question and provided information as well. 
  I recommend you to follow only your doctors instructions, it is very delicate to use different substance on your incision. 
Good 
luck :)

Richard Wellington Swift, MD · Answer

Thank you for posting your interesting question. I would recommend Arnica Montana which are small pellets that you place under your tongue and can be purchased at the health food store. Bromelain, which is an enzyme found in pineapple, can help reduce post operative swelling. Arnica Montana and Bromelain are much more effective than apple cider vinegar following liposuction. Best wishes, Richard Wellington Swift, M.D.

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