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liposuction of buffalo hump

Its been a week since I've had liposuction on my buffalo hump, it's still there but not as much. Is this swelling or should I ask to see if I could have it redone.? I really can't afford that now.But.......

Response from Keith Henry, M.D.

University of Minnesota, School of Medicine

Outcomes from liposuction of buffalo humps is variable but usually some short term benefit is seen. There can be swelling from the procedure obscuring the benefit for a while. If disappointed with outcome need to discuss with your plastic surgeon... Read more »

Buffalo Hump Removal

Is there anywhere that I can go in Columbus,Ohio for removal of my buffalo hump? I see that there... Read more »

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Meds and Buffalo Hump

Dear Nelson,Just a general question: is the development of a Buffalo Hump something that it a... Read more »

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Surgery Savvy For PWAs

The "buffalo hump" on the back of your neck is now too large to ignore. It's time to get something done. And you sure aren't about to discontinue the ritonavir cocktail that raised your T-cells, suppressed your viral load, and brought you, well,... Read more »

Canadian AIDS Treatment Information Exchange

Over the Hump

For almost 20 years, Sandy Lambert's family doctor told him, "If you feel well, don't get an HIV test." He doesn't have that doctor anymore. It wasn't until 1996 when Lambert underwent surgery for an out-of-control staph infection in his thigh... Read more »

U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Buffalo, NY Group Uses Art to Promote AIDS Awareness

The Buffalo, N.Y., group God Recognizes Our Ultimate Potential (GROUP) Ministries is sponsoring the Memorial AIDS Arts Project, a three-part series of artistic events aimed at helping people with HIV and their families. The first part of the series... Read more »

HIV/AIDS Outreach Efforts in Atlanta, Buffalo, N.Y., Target Black Community

The following summarizes two recent events that seek to raise HIV/AIDS awareness in the black community. Atlanta: The African-American Outreach Initiative will hold its 10th annual conference on HIV/AIDS in Atlanta March 15, the Atlanta... Read more »

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Buffalo Hump Just Starting

Posted by mike55, 6 Replies

Hi,

I have been successly treated with Trizivir for four years (since becoming HIV+). All was well until a few weeks ago I noticed the dreaded hump starting to appear behind my neck.

I would like to hear experiences from anyone going through this... Read more »

buffalo hump

Posted by Anonymous, 6 Replies

has anyone experienced a "buffalo hump"? my doctor says that not enough information is known about the cause or treatment of it. i have consulted with a plastic surgeon who has recommended a procedure to remove the hump. has anyone had any... Read more »

crixibelly and buffalo back

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

Hey Guys:
I am looking for ANY information on the layer of FAT you get on your belly from protease
inhibitors. The news just gets worse because you get a layer of fat on the back of your
neck, too. JUST... Read more »

More info

Posted by yoshimi2, 1 Reply

You asked for more info. the event took place on 2 November 09, and I know because he used to be thin, now he has lypodystrophy, nine month pregnant belly, buffalo hump on back, plus he used to be an idu. Lets say I am 99.9 sure his is pos. Also he... Read more »

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