Complications & Risks
Fibrosis
noun · medical
Definition
- 1.
Firm scar-like tissue that can form after lipo.
Plain TRU translation
Hard lumps after lipo or TT? That's likely fibrosis. Massage and time help most cases.
Commonly used in
recoveryconsultsplanningprovider discussionscommunity posts
In a sentence
“My MLD therapist found fibrosis on my left flank.”
“Caught the fibrosis early — already breaking it down.”
Also called
hard lumpsscar tissueinternal scarring
Related procedures
Related terms
What it means in a consult
Bring this up early — it changes massage, garment, and follow-up plans.
Provider language
Clinically referred to as subcutaneous induration or post-surgical scar tissue.
Recovery context
- 4+ weeks post-op
- Discussed with MLD therapists
Misconceptions
- !Untreated fibrosis can become permanent
- !Often confused with normal swelling
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