Liposuction Before And After Questions You May HaveLiposuction before and after questions are prominently on your mind, when considering this cosmetic surgery procedure. Usually all liposuction operations include a long and very interesting talk with the specialist. That is done because there are many things that need to be considered before starting liposuction. There are health issues to be considered, age, possible side effects, and, why not, even the financial aspects that liposuction implies. Before the liposuction, your surgeon will discuss how to prepare for your operation. For example, you will have to do some things before the liposuction: - for women, they should stop taking the contraceptive pill six weeks before surgery and use an alternative method of contraception as this reduces the risk of blood clotting after the operation - give up smoking as smoking increases the risk of chest infection and slows the healing of wounds as well as increasing the risk of blood clots in the legs - stop taking medicines such as aspirin and anti-inflammatory medicines two weeks before surgery as they increase the risk of excessive bleeding Before surgery you will talk to your surgeon about the operation and you will be asked to sign a consent form. This confirms that you understand the risks, benefits and possible alternatives to the procedure and have given your permission for it to go ahead. Your surgeon may draw on your body to mark the areas for liposuction. You will usually have a photograph taken before the liposuction, so that the results after liposuction can be compared with your original appearance. After the liposuction, you will be given painkillers to help relieve any discomfort as the anesthetic wears off. It is important to do deep breathing exercises to help reduce the risk of developing a chest infection after the liposuction. Your doctor or nurse can show you how to do these. If your operation has been planned as a day case, you will usually be able to go home once you have made a full recovery after the liposuction procedure and the anesthetic. If you have had a general anesthetic you will need to arrange for a friend or relative to drive you home after the liposuction and stay with you for the next 24 hours. You will usually need to wear the elasticized garment or bandages for two to three weeks after liposuction. Your surgeon will give you advice about resuming your normal activities. You may need to avoid strenuous exercise for up to a month, but walking and gentle exercises are encouraged. If you only had small areas treated, you may only need a few days off work. For larger operations, you may need to take 7-10 days off, after the liposuction. Some of the effects you may feel after liposuction can be of: swollen ankles, lumpiness and some bruise. If you have large areas treated or are prone to anemia, you may need to take iron tablets for about a month after the operation. You can say that after liposuction procedures, the chance of complications depends on the type of procedure that is being performed. Generally speaking, if you are having large volumes of fat and fluid removed during the operation, the risk of complications is higher. Your surgeon will explain all important factors contributing to the positive outcome that you desire.
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