Liposuction may help slim down a stomach that’s overloaded with fat, providing a slimmer abdomen. But keep in mind this procedure is not intended as weight loss surgery and you may not experience much weight loss with the procedure, says our plastic surgeon.
After your procedure, it’s normal to experience some post-procedure pain and swelling; these effects should resolve within several weeks.
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During the Procedure
Liposuction involves your surgeon inserting a thin tube (cannula) connected to a vacuum through small incisions and moving it through the body to suction out fat cells and help achieve your desired body contour.
Most patients can expect some discomfort and swelling following stomach liposuction; however, most bruising should disappear within two to three weeks after the procedure. Your physician will provide compression garments to aid comfort and healing.
As part of your care for pain and inflammation, take medications as prescribed. Avoid over-the-counter painkillers or supplements which could delay blood clotting and worsen bruising.
Your physician may suggest using ice packs to alleviate pain and swelling, and lymphatic massage as an anti-bruising technique.
As part of your healing, post-liposuction may require that you restrict strenuous activities for up to one month as you recover. Be sure to speak with your physician regarding restrictions and recovery tips so you can return quickly to normal living.
Post-Operative
The procedure of Liposuction itself shouldn’t feel painful; however, you may experience discomfort or bruising which should subside within one or two weeks.
Avoid taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin, Motrin/Advil (ibuprofen), and Aleve (naproxen) within the first two weeks following any procedure as these can impede blood clotting processes.
Compression garments should be worn over any area that has been treated, for approximately two weeks, in order to decrease swelling and allow your skin to heal properly.
Rest and avoid strenuous activities for at least a couple weeks to promote circulation and reduce swelling post-surgery.
Recovering from Liposuction in Mumbai varies for each patient and should be discussed with their surgeon beforehand in order to gain an idea of how long and what should be expected during recovery. It may be wise to get advice from both before undergoing liposuction surgery.
Recovery Period
After liposuction, it is common to experience some level of pain and discomfort during recovery. An analgesic, such as acetaminophen or prescribed medication can help ease this discomfort.
Your pain may differ depending on your body type and underlying medical conditions; during this period it’s wise to relax and refrain from overexerting yourself physically. Resting is recommended.
Swelling after any plastic surgery is normal and can be diminished with proper use of a compression garment, says our plastic surgeon.
Within two to four days, pain will subside as the effects of anaesthesia wear off, swelling and bruising will decrease, and you can begin to see results of your procedure.
Adhere to your doctor’s instructions for recovery, such as not bending or twisting the affected area and wearing a compression garment, in order to ensure an easy and safe experience. These steps will facilitate an expedient healing process.
Side Effects
Liposuction is a minimally-invasive procedure that permanently extracts fat cells for slimmer abdominal area results, though this won’t prevent your body from storing new fat there in future.
Liposuction poses the risk of blood clots in the surgical site as well as skin necrosis (swelling of skin above surgery area) and fluid imbalance, potentially leading to heart conditions, kidney issues or other serious health complications.
Preparing for surgery ahead of time is the best way to avoid potential complications, and should include following a healthy diet, forgoing alcohol consumption and decreasing your medication consumption including painkillers.
Conclusion
Liposuction may result in swelling and fluid retention, leading to bloating and discomfort. Although these effects typically subside after several days, it’s essential that you follow your physician’s post-procedure care instructions so you can resume light exercise by the one month mark post procedure.
