Progression of swelling questions?????

am having a lower body lift on 6/27 and I am a little confused about the swelling issue. When does swelling start? And how much? Right when you come home or later on (like a week or two PO). Also when does it start to subside...3 months? 6 months? How far down the road does it peak? This is what I have learnt so far about swelling: you swell more at night, it will end eventually and it gets worse with activity. I will be waking up from surgery with a binder and 6 drains. My PS does not beleive in compression garments. Please share your knowledge and experience with me...the enormousness of my upcoming surgery is really starting to hit home...I am getting scared. I am worried I won't fit into my work 2-3 weeks PO...

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