Liposuction Treatment

Liposuction what you need to know

Liposuction surgery is a process of suctioning off additional fat from particular areas of body. Although this surgery reduces weight to some extent, it is not a weight loss treatment; its main goal is to bless you with a sleeker appearance. This procedure defines the contours of your body and reshapes the areas where diets and exercises are not working.

Liposuction is usually suggested after considering the weight and height of a person. A person with Body Mass Index (BMI) more than 30 comes under obese category. Liposuction is most suitable for the patients who are nearer to ideal BMI. Obese or overweight people should not go for this surgery because the amount of fat which can be detached from the body is limited. Suctioning off too much fat may lead to complications, and can be fatal. 

When Liposuction should be avoided?

There are certain situations which restrict you from going for a liposuction, what are they? Let’s discuss.

·         If you are prescribed anti-coagulants or blood thinners, then it’s better to avoid this treatment, as you may lose significant amount of blood during surgery. But yes, if you still want to opt for liposuction, then consult your doctor for the same.

·         This surgery is not recommended to heart patients, as the trauma caused due to operation can worsen the situation sometimes.

·         It is also not possible to get approval for liposuction, if you are a diabetic patient.

·       Although, liposuction is a procedure of removing fat from the body without damaging the skin, you should have flexible skin before opting for surgery. Because an inelastic skin will not be able to mould itself as per the new shape and excess skin will be left on the body in form of wrinkles or stretch marks.

Facets to Be Considered Before and After Liposuction

Before undergoing the treatment, it is imperative to pass physical exam for determining your eligibility for liposuction. If you are on any medications inform your surgeon about them. If your doctor gives permission for the treatment, understand the entire procedure and complications which may occur during surgery. 

   

Depending on how much fat has been removed from the body, your doctor(s) will decide when you will be discharged from the hospital. They will inform you about the number of days you will need to make full recovery. You may be advised to wear tight cloths for some days, for compressing your body after surgery. Once the anesthesia given to you during surgery wears off, you will experience some pain, if it is for a longer duration, contact your doctor. It is normal to have little bit swelling after treatment. If the pain and swelling persists for weeks or months, consult your physician to avoid any complication or infection.

How Much Liposuction Costs?

Liposuction costs depend on how much fat needs to be removed, area of surgery and who is performing the surgery. It is a life changing treatment, so the patient’s focus should be on quality and doctor’s expertise. Each liposuction procedure differs from other depending on the method involved, area of treatment and the patient. Hence, the treatment cost varies from patient to patient as each person needs different type of treatment along with care.

If you are pondering over a liposuction surgery, consult an expert physician and check your eligibility, understand the complete procedure and take the decision of treatment accordingly. As always, make sure you follow your doctor’s advice to the letter and take all precautions necessary before and after the surgery for getting the best possible results.