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Abdominoplasty After Huge Weight Loss in Young Woman?
I was 254 lb and now I'm 150. I have a lot of loose skin and stretch marks, my goal is to reach 130. I'm 24 yo and want to have children later in my life, but also want to enjoy my 20's as a normal girl because I've been overweight since 12 and never had a normal life as teenager. Is it possible to remove some excess skin without risking my chances of having a successful pregnancy later? I don't want to be really tight or too skinny, just average... a want to enjoy my body at least once in lif
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Cassie582
in Mexico City, Mexico
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Tummy Tuck after Massive Weight Loss
Tummy tuck can be performed after massive weight loss on a young female who plans for future pregnancy. The main indication is the degree of loose skin and how that affects your quality of life. A tummy tuck should not affect future pregnancies. However, the tummy tuck may have to be revised based upon the dynamics of the pregnancy. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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I'm 24 and have lost 100 pounds. Can I have a TT and still be able to get pregnant?
Congratulation on your extensive weight loss. After reviewing your history I believe that you can undergo a TT so you will feel much better about yourself. A TT does not prevent future pregnancies but may result in some recurrent looseness of skin and muscles which may necessitate a second TT. But at the same time you want to take advantage of your young age so you can look your optimal best. I would suggest that you consult witha Board Certified plastic surgeon. Good...
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Abdominoplasty After Huge Weight Loss in Young Woman?
Usually one would wait until after having children before doing a tummy tuck but in your case of very successful weight loss I think you should have a tummy tuck prior to having children.
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Hello, and CONGRATULATIONS! Cassie, After reading your message I can tell you are very well oriented about having this major surgical procedure such TT or even a Circumferential TT (lower Body Lift maybe ??) Nevertheless this important decision will crown all your efforts and, as you said " be able to enjoy your 20's" feeling confident and happier with your body contour . It will not interfere...
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Tummy Tuck after Massive weightloss, circumferential abdominoplasty, lower bodylift
You have done yourself a great service; I hope you are enjoying the changes in your life. A tummy tuck may take care of your concern. Often, however, after a large weightloss like you have had, a circumferential excision of skin can be more helpful. This procedure may be called a circumferential abdominoplasty, or a lower body lift. The main advantage that it does have over a tummy tuck alone is that it deals with all loose and excess skin of the flanks and helps...
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Abdominoplasty After Huge Weight Loss
Although we usually advise women to wait until after their pregnancies, that is is guideline with numerous exceptions, this being one of them.
Having a tummy tuck now or after the rest of your weight loss seems completely reasonable. It will not interfere with a future pregnancy, though as with any patient, you don't know how much recovery of the stretched out abdominal tissues will occur, so you may face another surgery to correct abdominal laxity or excess skin in the future...
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Abdominoplasty after Weight loss
Congrats on the weight loss! In your case, having a tummy tuck prior to pregnancy is reasonable. I can understand you wanting to look good and enjoy the new you! Be sure to note that you will need to have the tuck again after you are finished having children.
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Babies after tummy tuck
I usually tell my patients to wait until they are finished having children before having a tummy tuck. However, in your case its probably not unreasonable to have the tummy tuck now so you can enjoy your new thinner body. After pregnancy, your muscles and skin may stretch again, in which case you may want to have the tuck redone. If you are willing to do this, then go ahead and have the tummy tuck now. Best of luck.
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Tummy Tuck Reasonable
Congratulations on your weight loss! A tummy tuck would be a very reasonable option for correcting your abdomal skin laxity. It would significantly improve your body image and self confidence. Childbearing will have some efffects, but since it is in the distant future, it is not unreasonable to pursue a tummy tuck at this time. You should have significant improvement in your quality of life. All the best.
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Tummy Tuck after Weight Loss and Before Pregnancy?
Thank you for the question and congratulations on your significant weight loss. You should be very proud of this accomplishment.
Based on your history, life circumstances and plans for pregnancy in the distant future, I think you may be an excellent candidate for tummy tuck surgery. As you know, it is possible that additional surgery may be necessary after you have completed pregnancies as well.
As you state, you will be able to enjoy the results of the tummy tuck...
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