hey guys! im a new member, thanks for having me.

I had lipo 5 days ago on the flanks and thighs and i look like ive been
hit by a car -- bruises extend from my ribs down to my ankles. the
worst part is the intense lower back pain i now have, i guess from some
of those traveling bruises near the flanks.

Anyone else experience this pain, and is it possible I've caused
permanent damage to that area? Im also nervous because they tell me to
monitor my calves for swelling and pain in order to prevent blood
clots -- but I dont know how to tell the difference between regular
pain from swelling and blood clot pain.

thanks in advance!

ZBS in SF