HomeAnswersGeneral Surgeryweight loss

Will liposuction help me lose weight?

This Premium Q&A, reviewed and published, features a real conversation between an iCliniq user and a physician.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am planning to go for liposuction to lose weight. My weight is 172 lbs, and my height is 5'3".

Kindly suggest.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Vennapusa Amar

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vennapusa Amar is a Bariatric and Metabolic Surgeon specializing in laparoscopic procedures. He is dedicated to helping patients achieve healthier lives through minimally invasive surgery, personalized care, and long-term lifestyle guidance. Known for his compassionate approach, he focuses on improving overall well-being, supporting weight management, and addressing metabolic health challenges with effective and safe surgical solutions.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Consult other doctors in the same speciality

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Your calculated body mass index (BMI) is 30.4 kg/m2. Generally we perform bariatric surgery to achieve permanent weight loss for any patient whose BMI is 30 kg/m2 or above. Liposuction is not a treatment option for weight loss. It is a cosmetic procedure for body shaping. There is a set point for fat storage for everyone. This is not altered by liposuction.

Weight loss by liposuction, diet control, exercise, naturopathy, amway, herbalife, etc., is temporary, as all these methods do not have any effect on set point for fat storage. So, any fat that is removed in liposuction will reaccumulate over a period of 6 months to two years.

Those who can reduce weight by diet control and exercise does not need liposuction and those who cannot reduce weight by above methods will not reduce even after liposuction. Bariatric surgery provides permanent weight loss as it lowers set point for fat storage. If you are looking for permanent weight loss then bariatric surgery is the only scientifically proven method for that.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At February 5, 2016
Reviewed At November 28, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vennapusa Amar is a Bariatric and Metabolic Surgeon specializing in laparoscopic procedures. He is dedicated to helping patients achieve healthier lives through minimally invasive surgery, personalized care, and long-term lifestyle guidance. Known for his compassionate approach, he focuses on improving overall well-being, supporting weight management, and addressing metabolic health challenges with effective and safe surgical solutions.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Consult other doctors in the same speciality

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sneha Kannan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with expertise in providing general dental care, including scaling, fillings, and preventive treatments. She does oral surgery procedures such as extractions and minor surgical interventions. She does procedures in restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, and dentures. She is an expert in doing endodontic treatments such as root canal therapy. She is well-versed in doing procedures in cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening and smile correction. She can provide pediatric dental care for children’s oral health and preventive treatments. She promotes oral hygiene awareness and preventive dental practices.  

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Consult other doctors in the same speciality

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

3,184Visits prepared today
4.8/5User rating
~60 secAverage completion time
Companion

Liposuction for Weight Loss Companion

How it works

Liposuction is often misunderstood as a weight loss solution. Here's what you need to know about its purpose and how it compares to other weight management methods.

1

Define
Liposuction

2

Assess
BMI

3

Fat
Storage

4

Temporary
Weight

5

Bariatric
Difference

6

Permanent
Solutions

This information is based on general medical guidance. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice; consult a qualified clinician.

Always consult a doctor before taking medication; self-medication carries serious health risks. Take exact prescribed doses, and never start, change, or stop treatment without medical supervision.
Dr. Vennapusa Amar
Dr. Vennapusa Amar

Bariatric Surgery

Consult this doctor

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vennapusa Amar is a Bariatric and Metabolic Surgeon specializing in laparoscopic procedures. He is dedicated to helping patients achieve healthier lives through minimally invasive surgery, personalized care, and long-term lifestyle guidance. Known for his compassionate approach, he focuses on improving overall well-being, supporting weight management, and addressing metabolic health challenges with effective and safe surgical solutions.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Consult other doctors in the same speciality
Listen to related tracks in our music library

Related Questions

Is my weight loss due to hepatitis B?

Will Adepix interfere with anesthesia during sleeve bariatric surgery?

I have weight loss due to digestion issues. How to gain the weight back?

Body Fat Percentage Calculator

Body Frame Size Calculator

Is endoscopic bariatric surgery safe?

Comprehensive Second Opinion

Read answers about:

weight lossliposuctionbariatric surgerybody shapingcosmetic procedure

Ask your health query to a doctor online

General Surgery

*guaranteed answer within 4 hours

Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.