The first 24 hours should be spent mostly resting at home with minimal physical activity.
You will be placed in a post-surgical garment that must be worn at all times unless showering or bathing.
You may remove the girdle to shower/bathe the day following surgery.
Increase your activity gradually as tolerated. Exercise is encouraged after about on week (bicycling, massage, etc.) and will be discussed with you at your first post-operative visit.
Some swelling and bruising is normal and it may take 2-6 weeks before it disappears. It may take several months to see the final results.
A regular diet is permissible if there is no nausea, drink plenty of liquids.
In the event of EXTREME pain, swelling, bruising or if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call the office at (954) 565-7575.
Some blood spotting from the incisions is normal and temporary.
You may experience temporary numbness or soreness in the areas of liposuction for the first few weeks following surgery. This is a normal part of the healing process.
If stitches are used at the incision sites, they usually need to be removed within one week after surgery.
If you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate to call the office (954) 565-7575.
These are general guidelines. Your doctor may have additional instructions.
Follow his/her recommendations.
