I have hard spots on my sides where liposuction was performed after my tummy tuck. Will these spots ever go away, and what caused them? I am six weeks post-op, and when I take photos, it appears as a ripple down my sides. My plastic surgeon simply mentioned that it takes time without providing a definitive answer.
Hard spots, ridges, and ripples in the first few weeks after liposuction are common and often related to varying levels of swelling and inflammation in different areas. Typically, they resolve over time as the healing process progresses. If these issues have not completely resolved by 6 months, a touch-up liposuction or fat grafting may be necessary. Based on the provided photo, it appears that you will likely have a good result, but patience is important as complete healing can take up to 10 months. Scar massage may be helpful, and allowing more healing time will provide reassurance.
Contour irregularities, lumps, bumps, and rippling can occur after liposuction and are relatively common. These issues can have various causes, including differential swelling, fat necrosis, seromas, and hematomas. In most cases, these problems are transient and can be managed conservatively with compression garments and massage. Occasionally, aspiration may be necessary for hematomas and seromas. These issues typically do not affect the long-term results of liposuction.
Firmness and the development of rippling can occur after liposuction. In some cases, gentle deep massage may help smooth out the firm areas. It is important to give it some time, as it may take 4-6 months for the tissues to soften.
Lymphatic drainage massage may be worth trying for liposuction-related rippling. However, the final result may not be optimal, and technique-related factors can contribute to rippling.
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