Liposuctionis a minimally invasive cosmeticsurgical procedureto remove small-to-moderate localized deposits of fat.
It’s also called suction lipectomy, lipoplasty, liposculpture, or simply lipo.
Pain After Liposuction
After liposuction, you will be given a series of post-operative instructions.
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Liposuction performed undergeneral anesthesiausually results in more intense pain that requires prescription pain medication.
Time and the use of the compression garment allow drainage of the anesthetic.
Strenuous activity should be avoided for a month.
It is also important to eat healthy meals and stay hydrated with broth and water post-procedure.
You will likely have some pain for weeks after the surgery.
American Society of Dermatologic Surgery.Do’s and Don’ts for Liposuction.
National Institutes of Health, U.S. National Library of Medicine: MedlinePlus.Liposuction.
Updated September 16, 2020.
