Patients' recovery time is dependent on the number of areas treated. Most patients experience a reduction of initial swelling within the first week following the surgery, and are able to return to a light work schedule. You are free to take showers after two days, but a bath should not be taken for a week or so. There is usually some degree of bruising after liposuction. This usually goes away within two weeks. Some patients have virtually no bruising, but most have at least a little.

Recovery time varies. Patients generally go home the same day as the surgery with elastic bandages or tight-fitting support garments. These remain in place for about three weeks. Many patients return to work in as little as 3 days, but I generally recommend one week off. Bruising lasts 1-3 weeks, and most swelling is gone in 6 weeks. The final result is usually apparent in 3-4 months. See similar questions...

Recovery depends on the extent of the liposuction. There are always at least three to five days of discomfort and two to three weeks of bruising. The improvement in shape is obvious almost immediately. Mild, painless swelling can last several weeks. Most people can return to work in less than one week. See similar questions...

With today’s very refined micro hair transplantation procedure the incisions are very small and less invasive than past procedures. This results in more rapid healing. Most patients feel fine within a day or two following surgery, although some numbness and mild soreness can be expected for several days following surgery. See similar questions...

Patient is usually recovered on the next day after operation. Sometimes, it is not common, patients feel chest pain, tight or back sore more than one week. Resuming normal activity as soon as possible can speed recovery. See similar questions...

Abdominal Hysterectomy: a three to five day hospital stay with approximately six weeks recovery at home. Vaginal Hysterectomy: a three to five day hospital stay with approximately four weeks recovery at home. Laser Laparoscopic Assisted Vaginal Hysterectomy: a one to two day hospital stay with one to two weeks recovery at home. See similar questions...

No. Normal activities may be resumed after treatment. The treated area should not be exposed to sunlight until the skin color has returned to normal in several days. See similar questions...

Liposuction patients are able to take care of themselves and move around within a 24-hour period following the surgical procedure. When large amounts of fat are removed a slightly longer recovery period may be necessary. Liposuction recovery will vary depending on individual factors and surgical complications. See similar questions...

Abdominoplasty is one of the more involved plastic surgery procedures and frequently requires an overnight stay in the hospital. A return to light, non-strenuous work can be expected usually within two to three weeks following surgery. In 6-8 weeks, patients may return to full aerobic workouts and weight lifting. All sutures are dissolvable and under the skin. You will have small tapes on the skin surface called steri-strips, which fall off in approximately three weeks. See similar questions...

The time for recovery from liposuction varies from patient to patient. Most patients are able to go back to work with light duty within one week. Full activity should not begin until four to six weeks after the operation. See similar questions...

Recovery after liposuction follows a general pattern: During the first week a compression garment is worn full time to help limit swelling and speed resolving of the swelling, which always occurs as the tissue responds to liposuction. The patient usually feels somewhat stiff during this time and vigorous activities should not be undertaken. Driving may resume after pain medication is no longer needed. See similar questions...

It is important to realize that the amount of time it takes for recovery varies greatly among individuals. The day after surgery, you will need to move around a bit to promote blood circulation. Dr. Broadway will advise you to limit yourself to these brief periods of gentle activities for the first few days. Remember, you must not take aspirin or certain anti-inflammatory medications, and you should not smoke for a while following surgery. See similar questions...

Liposuction alone may take between 1 to 3 hrs., depending upon the number of areas treated and the amount of fat to be removed. Bruising may persist up to 1-2 weeks. Time off work may vary from a couple days to one week. See similar questions...