Tired of having loose skin and unwanted fat in your body? Are you feeling worked out because of the strenuous workouts you do at your gym in an attempt to burn the stubborn fat? Now bid bye-bye to your worries as you have liposuction, a great way to get rid of that unwanted flab. It is time to look fab from flab.
Although liposuction is a fairly safe cosmetic procedure to undergo, there are still potential risks and complications to consider. Any surgery, especially one that requires use of general anesthesia, can pose health problems to even the healthiest, most ideal candidates.
Before you choose to undergo liposuction, or any other cosmetic procedure, it is necessary to be aware of these and the steps you can take to help prevent or diminish your chances of developing complications.
It is first essential to establish whether or not you are even a candidate for liposuction. Ideally, you should be fairly fit and of an average weight that has been maintained for at least six months to a year. Your skin will still be somewhat tight in terms of elasticity and your major complaints will be that of a few minor unsightly bulges of excess fat that accumulate in certain areas.
You should be a non-smoker, or at the very least, quit using nicotine for at least six months prior to surgery. Reveal your family medical history to your plastic surgeon to ensure that you will be receiving the best course of care possible for your individual situation.
One of the most common and inevitable complication that can occur after liposuction is the development of scar tissue. There is no way to avoid the necessary incisions required for the surgery; however, they are created as small and concealable as possible to minimize appearance.
Some individuals are naturally prone to more intense scarring than others. If that is the case, you may want to speak to your surgeon about possible ways to help reduce or hide the incision marks. Another aesthetic concern that is a risk following liposuction is irregular contouring. This can occur through the plastic surgeon's misjudgment or simply a result of individual, unique healing patterns. Lumps or odd pits may occur in areas where fat was removed.
If multiple areas are being treated, some asymmetry is common, but also can be greatly noticeable as to create an aesthetically displeasing appearance. Many times irregular contouring
problems can be revised and successfully treated by a second surgery.
A more serious complication of liposuction that will require immediate medical attention is infection. This is a risk with all surgeries and can range from mild with symptoms easily treatable at home, to severe infections that require hospitalization and specialist care.
If you experience a high fever, nausea and vomiting, chills, excessive fatigue, blood loss, or extreme skin irritation, you may have an infection. Consult your plastic surgeon and general doctor immediately for treatment.
Other problems that may occur can include prolonged recovery, excessive swelling and bruising, fluid loss, nerve damage, skin necrosis, blood clots, vital organ damage, and in very rare and extreme cases, death. Discuss all potential risks and complications with a qualified and board-certified plastic surgeon. Following all pre and post-op instructions can help reduce these risks.
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