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Advanced Art of Cosmetic Surgery Thomas M. DeWire, Sr., MD, FACS Specializing in Cosmetic Plastic Surgery |
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| Tumescent Liposuction Frequently Asked Questions |
| What should I expect after Tumescent Liposuction Surgery? |
| Tumescent Liposuction, in capable hands will greatly limit blood loss, thus limiting post-op bruising, swelling, and most importantly, pain. Since very little blood is spilled, little is left behind in the tissues, and thus there is minimal inflammatory response, and minimal stimulus to inflammatory fluid buildup in the tissues which would manifest as prolonged swelling. Many patients who have had Tumescent Liposuction to refine results of traditional general anesthesia Liposuction, report markedly lower post-op discomfort, and much more rapid return to normal. You must limit your activity for at least a day after surgery, and should drink extra liquids. Be careful to eat light food at first, if sedation has been used, to avoid stomach upset. Some drainage of Tumescent Fluid from the access stab incisions is completely normal in the first 18 hours, and ends by the following day. Simple dressings using feminine pads to catch drainage is an effective way to deal with this minor inconvenience. Showering is resumed on the second post-op day, and the skin closure tapes are removed by the fifth post-op day, with almost no scarring. |
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