Arm liposuction: compression garment tips and how to relieve itchy allergic reactions in Korea
Patient Registration Info
| Age | Weight | Height | BMI |
|---|---|---|---|
|
30s |
57kg |
165cm |
21 |
Surgical site
Arm, Armpit, Axillary
1,800cc
As summer begins, many patients
visiting for liposuction consultations
often ask whether wearing compression garments
is absolutely necessary after surgery.
These garments are designed
with strong elasticity and firm pressure
to help the treated area settle smoothly
and reduce swelling.
Though it may feel uncomfortable
in the hot and humid weather of summer,
especially during the rainy season,
wearing compression garments
is strongly recommended during the early recovery period
to support healing and maintain results.
While it’s ideal to wear them continuously,
there are exceptions.
In some cases, symptoms such as itching,
allergic reactions, numbness, or poor circulation
may require patients to remove them temporarily.
If you experience these symptoms,
don’t try to endure discomfort—
remove the garment and contact your clinic.
We’ll provide personalized guidance
based on your condition.
In most cases, the solution involves
adjusting the garment size,
prescribing antihistamines,
or correcting how it’s worn.
Once symptoms improve,
you can safely resume wearing the compression gear.
This featured case involves a bride-to-be
who underwent arm, axillary, and armpit liposuction
to achieve a more slender arm line
for her wedding.
She had a known allergy to compression garments,
but with careful post-op support,
she was still able to achieve beautiful results.
Let’s explore her transformation and aftercare
in more detail below.
[Patient Information]
Age: Late 30s
Occupation: Office worker
Height: 165cm
Weight: 57kg
BMI: 21
*Even with similar body stats,
liposuction results may vary depending on the individual.
This patient, preparing for her wedding,
gained about 7kg over four months prior to surgery.
As a result, her upper arms stood out more
compared to other areas,
causing noticeable stress and dissatisfaction.
Based on her body analysis,
this patient had a fat-dominant upper body,
making her a good candidate for arm liposuction
with noticeable improvement expected
in both size and contour.
As a bride-to-be, she was also concerned about
axillary and underarm fat,
which can affect the fit and appearance
of strapless or sleeveless wedding dresses.
We therefore recommended the following plan:
1.A combination of arm liposuction,
axillary fat removal, and armpit liposuction
to create a slimmer, more delicate arm line
for a soft and feminine look.
The images below show her transformation
before surgery and one month post-op.
[Surgical Areas & Fat Volume]
Surgical areas: Arms, axillary fat, armpit fat
Liposuction volume: 1,800cc
This patient aimed to refine her arm contour
after gaining weight, which caused
noticeable thickening of the upper arms.
To restore a slimmer, more delicate line,
she underwent arm liposuction,
along with axillary and armpit fat removal.
By targeting all three areas at once,
we were able to reduce bulk and create
a soft, feminine silhouette,
especially effective for patients
preparing for special events like weddings
or desiring sleeveless outfits post-op.
At 5 months post-op, it’s clear that
arm liposuction, combined with
axillary and armpit fat removal,
greatly improved the patient’s upper body width—
a major concern prior to surgery.
By reducing the bulky underarm volume
and softening the transition between the arms and torso,
the patient achieved a slim, feminine upper body,
with a noticeably more delicate frame.
This patient was a bride-to-be,
preparing for her upcoming wedding.
To enhance her results and support a smooth contour,
post-op care played a critical role,
especially since her goal was a flawless arm line
on her big day.
Although she was advised to wear compression garments,
a skin allergy reaction required us
to pause compression temporarily.
In response, we prescribed medication
and recommended consistent use of moisturizing cream
to calm the skin and support healing
after liposuction on the sensitive upper arm area.
Despite her initial concerns about pausing compression,
she followed our aftercare program and follow-ups
with dedication—successfully achieving
a beautiful, sculpted arm line
just in time for her wedding.
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