Hi everyone,
I had liposuction 5 months ago in four areas: my inner thighs, belly, stomach, and flanks/love handles. I’m feeling really anxious about my results. My belly and love handles are still swollen, some areas are tender, and my hips feel a little numb. My thighs are uneven, which I know can happen, but it’s hard not to panic when I look in the mirror.
I’ve gained in size since the surgery instead of feeling smaller or more sculpted. I eat clean and keep up with strength training and cardio—it’s part of my life—so seeing my body like this is really frustrating and upsetting.
I did nine sessions of manual lymphatic drainage by a specialist starting a month and a half after surgery, once my surgeon cleared me. Before that, I could only do very gentle strokes myself because of pain. Some areas are still tender, which makes it scary even to touch my own body sometimes.
I have an appointment with my surgeon, but I have to wait, and he can’t reassure me without seeing me in person. I just want to hear from people who have been through this: did you experience lasting swelling, tenderness, or unevenness at this stage? Did your results improve over time?
I really want to feel a little safer and more confident in my own body. Any advice, stories, or encouragement would mean so much right now.
Thank you all so much