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Post liposuction severe swelling, diet i had my abs and flanks done and i am very swollen a fews days post surgery. i expected swelling but i am so much so i am worried about taking off the compression garment b/c i don't know if it will get back on. i
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Dr. Geoffrey Rutledgeanswered
Internal Medicine 39 years experience
If : If you are only a few days post op, then some swelling is to be expected. As your body heals, it is crucial that you eat a nutritious diet, or your wound healing can be delayed. It is prudent for you to call your doctor to advise that you are experiencing a lot of swelling and to get advise about your diet.
Ambulating and drinking a lot of water can help. You need to report this swelling to you doctor to ensure this is not an infection.
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Dr. Kenneth Steinanswered
43 years experience
Swelling post lipo: Swelling is normal. Just leave the garment on and you can shower with it and then just blow dry it. You may want to ask your doctor for a diuretic or possibly a Medrol (methylprednisolone) dosepak.
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Dr. Azita Madjidianswered
Surgery - Plastics 32 years experience
See your surgeon: Swelling is part of the process. This is why you need to keep the compressive garment on at all times to minimize it. However, your surgeon is the best person to ask this question from
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Dr. Humberto Palladinoanswered
Plastic Surgery 23 years experience
Use your garment: Swelling is normal. Some times is quite severe but usually resolves. You should wear your garment as much as possible for the first two weeks. If it is too uncomfortable get the next size up but remember that once your swelling goes down you might need the other one.
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Dr. Bryan McIntosh commented
Plastic Surgery 21 years experience
Significant swelling after liposuction is typical. This can last for several months, but should decrease starting after one week. Daily use of a compression garment is essential for at least six weeks.
Sep 14, 2013
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