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Lost 101 Lbs. Have Loose Skin. Also Developed B.D.D. Afraid to Consult with a Surgeon.

Hello.I'm kevin.I lost 101 lbs.Would surgey help me? I didit by adopting ahealthy lifestyle and eating correctly, and lifting weights 5 days a week. I've maintained weight loss for 1 year. Took 2 years to lose the weight. . Loose skin on chest abdomen, buttocks,arms,thighs. Bodyfat through underwater weighing (hydrostatic test) is 11%.It is severely effecting self-esteem.Afraid to get help; because I fear the loose skin, esp. on the chest, is fat.I still feel fat.I have nightmares.. Thanks

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body dysmorphic disorder male 150-169 lbs after weight loss

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3 Doctor Answers | Asked by KevinT123 in Chandler, AZ

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Body Dysmorphic Disorder

You have achieved a lot, and you look very good. You mentioned you developed Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). You need to see a psychiatrist before considering any surgery. That probably will be helpful for you in your situation.

Weight Loss Plastic Surgery

Hello Kevin, Absolutely amazing transformation you have done to yourself! I have seen so many people who have lost more than 100 pounds, and I can tell you that those who did it on their own without bariatric surgery (gastric bypass or lap bands) are far more concerned about every ounce of fat, every inch of skin, and are much more fearful of becoming heavy again. I would refrain from labels such as BDD. You do not need to see a psychiatrist/psychologist. I know the photos... more

Bodylift after extreme weight loss

Dear Kevin, I congratulate you on your life style change and weight loss! It is very common and normal to feel fat even when you have lost all the excess body weight. Obviously your in excellent condition. The excess skin can be removed in one 3.5-4.5 hr surgery. This surgery would include a total body lift, brachialplasty if needed and chest reduction w/wo pec implants This would not include a thigh lift. Which would be done a month or so later if... more

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Mimi877
2 months ago

Hi Kevin...I lost 180 lbs but I had gastric bypass. From experience I will say that it takes time for your brain to adjust to your new body. You have very little fat under that loose skin...that's why it loose. Print out some of your recent pictures and keep looking at them and remind your self that what you are seeing is the new you. For the first few years I couldn't even find myself in the pictures lol...

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