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Abs & Flanks 6/19 Laser Aesthetics Body & Wellness Arlington, TN.
UPDATED FROM Renewmesoon
9 days post
I'm am 9 days post procedure today :) I haven't...
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I'm am 9 days post procedure today :) I haven't been taking an meds for the last 3 days.
Yesterday, was my 1st follow up appointment with Dr. Brett Campfield. It was so funny......when he opened the door he was like, wow, you are really wrapped up. I had on my compression garment, corset, and a tank gridle. He said, you know you only have to wear one of those, right....the tank will be enough if you like. I love wearing the corset, because it provides the best support in my back & it lessens the pain on my tummy when I touch or massage it.
For some reason onside of my body likes to swell more than the other side......weird. Well, Dr. Brett tried see if he could drain fluid from one side of my belly button area, nothing came out. I'm sure it will go down, because it's my whole side....even my private area :/. The swelling in my belly button area has gone down quite a bit. I asked him was how much will my side flanks go down? He said, I am still experiencing quite a bit of swelling & as time go by I will really happy. My tummy is a lot flatter, than before :) I can't wait to see the end result. The doctor gave me a prescription for ibuprofen. He said, I may need it when my numb areas wear off. I may experience a slight burning sensation under my skin.
When, I was leaving out, he said are you still using that elliptical? I said.........am I clear to workout & he said yes! I was so thrilled; because that means I can eat more:) It is not easy trying eat just 1200 calories a day to lose weight. I am going to see if I can start off w/ 30 min of elliptical training. I'll let you all know, how it goes :)
Yesterday, was my 1st follow up appointment with Dr. Brett Campfield. It was so funny......when he opened the door he was like, wow, you are really wrapped up. I had on my compression garment, corset, and a tank gridle. He said, you know you only have to wear one of those, right....the tank will be enough if you like. I love wearing the corset, because it provides the best support in my back & it lessens the pain on my tummy when I touch or massage it.
For some reason onside of my body likes to swell more than the other side......weird. Well, Dr. Brett tried see if he could drain fluid from one side of my belly button area, nothing came out. I'm sure it will go down, because it's my whole side....even my private area :/. The swelling in my belly button area has gone down quite a bit. I asked him was how much will my side flanks go down? He said, I am still experiencing quite a bit of swelling & as time go by I will really happy. My tummy is a lot flatter, than before :) I can't wait to see the end result. The doctor gave me a prescription for ibuprofen. He said, I may need it when my numb areas wear off. I may experience a slight burning sensation under my skin.
When, I was leaving out, he said are you still using that elliptical? I said.........am I clear to workout & he said yes! I was so thrilled; because that means I can eat more:) It is not easy trying eat just 1200 calories a day to lose weight. I am going to see if I can start off w/ 30 min of elliptical training. I'll let you all know, how it goes :)
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UPDATED FROM Renewmesoon
6 days post
Hi girlies! I finally have my laptop & I am...
Hi girlies! I finally have my laptop & I am excited to share my experience. Today is officially day 6 post procedure; I have included pics from 24 hrs, 3days, 6days post.
After my procedure I have been really watching what I eat: I have been eating nuts & trail mix (no salt), vegetables (no salt), veggie omelets (no salt), Healthy chips (110 g sodium), protein & veggie shakes, Low fat cookies/crackers/cereal, & approx. 10-12 glass of water per day. Started taking arnica pills 7days pre-op & plan to take them for the next 3 weeks. I started taking 1000 mg of bromelain on day 4. I haven't experienced much bruising at all.
Day of procedure:
I was given meds, he started at approx. 9:30a & I was done at approx. 1p. They took pics & I got on the scale & I was 10 lbs lighter 179 lbs to be exact!!!!!! The only time I felt any sharp pain was when he was on my back flanks & belly button area; but it wasn't terrible. Doctors & nurse care was excellent; they were consistently checking up on me. I went home & laid on my stomach & went to sleep. He took out 2 liters of fat.......WOW & I can tell the difference!
2nd day:
I was really sore, like a really really hard workout. The pain after the procedure wasn't as bad as I though it would be; it was bearable. The most difficult part was probably getting in & out of the bed. I even went for a ride w/the hubby & to the clinic so the nurse could help me change out my pads & wrap/bandages. As you can see from the pics I still had lots of fluid to drain. I drained for 3 days, but very light on the 3rd day.
3rd day:
Still really sore, but better. I went to my 1st follow-up w/visit the nurse; she was very pleased w/my results. She said, I still had some fluid build up around my belly button & side flank areas that will go down. She took some pics, helped me put on my garment & I was on my way (BTW: This was the 1st day I wore the garment, I was wrapped in ace bandage the last 2 days). I went to T. J. Maxx & Whole Food afterwards; I drove myself. Still a little difficult to get in & out of the car. At this point I am only taking Iburprofen.
4th day:
Much better...! It's much easier to stand than sit or lay. I started wearing a corset over my garment & it really helps w/ the pain & soreness + it helps me keep my back & tummy straight, as well. Went out for a walk w/the baby & hubby. I am experience more soreness in my back today.
5th day:
Went to church & soreness is getting better day by day. I feel I was a little bit more swollen today. However, I am still tracking on my diet.
6th day:
Back to work Monday! Much better....still sore & numb. Each day gets better & better, swelling seems to be down a little. I feel it's much easier to mover around, but I will take it easy.
After my procedure I have been really watching what I eat: I have been eating nuts & trail mix (no salt), vegetables (no salt), veggie omelets (no salt), Healthy chips (110 g sodium), protein & veggie shakes, Low fat cookies/crackers/cereal, & approx. 10-12 glass of water per day. Started taking arnica pills 7days pre-op & plan to take them for the next 3 weeks. I started taking 1000 mg of bromelain on day 4. I haven't experienced much bruising at all.
Day of procedure:
I was given meds, he started at approx. 9:30a & I was done at approx. 1p. They took pics & I got on the scale & I was 10 lbs lighter 179 lbs to be exact!!!!!! The only time I felt any sharp pain was when he was on my back flanks & belly button area; but it wasn't terrible. Doctors & nurse care was excellent; they were consistently checking up on me. I went home & laid on my stomach & went to sleep. He took out 2 liters of fat.......WOW & I can tell the difference!
2nd day:
I was really sore, like a really really hard workout. The pain after the procedure wasn't as bad as I though it would be; it was bearable. The most difficult part was probably getting in & out of the bed. I even went for a ride w/the hubby & to the clinic so the nurse could help me change out my pads & wrap/bandages. As you can see from the pics I still had lots of fluid to drain. I drained for 3 days, but very light on the 3rd day.
3rd day:
Still really sore, but better. I went to my 1st follow-up w/visit the nurse; she was very pleased w/my results. She said, I still had some fluid build up around my belly button & side flank areas that will go down. She took some pics, helped me put on my garment & I was on my way (BTW: This was the 1st day I wore the garment, I was wrapped in ace bandage the last 2 days). I went to T. J. Maxx & Whole Food afterwards; I drove myself. Still a little difficult to get in & out of the car. At this point I am only taking Iburprofen.
4th day:
Much better...! It's much easier to stand than sit or lay. I started wearing a corset over my garment & it really helps w/ the pain & soreness + it helps me keep my back & tummy straight, as well. Went out for a walk w/the baby & hubby. I am experience more soreness in my back today.
5th day:
Went to church & soreness is getting better day by day. I feel I was a little bit more swollen today. However, I am still tracking on my diet.
6th day:
Back to work Monday! Much better....still sore & numb. Each day gets better & better, swelling seems to be down a little. I feel it's much easier to mover around, but I will take it easy.
Replies (5)
B
June 25, 2012
You LOOK GREAT! He did a really good job on you. Your results are truely beautiful!
R
June 26, 2012
Thank you :) You gals make me feel so good; luv the comPliments :) I cant wait to see our end results. You are going to have to keep us updated w/ your next........
H
June 25, 2012
Im so glad to hear that you're experience went so well. WOW you look good. Isn't it amazing? It was well worth it wasn't it, even with the pain. I keep telling everybody how worth it it was. A couple of weeks ago I hated looking into the mirror now I can't stay out of it. Drink lots of water and stay away from sodium as much as possible, which is very hard to do. I did add some salt when cooking and that didnt bother me but when I ate a few potatoe chips it caused some swelling. Take care.
R
June 26, 2012
Hey chic! Yes, it was really worth it; I'm am so glad I dont have the spillage anymore. I just need to focus on continuing my weight lost; I want to get down to a size 6. Hopefully, my side flanks go down more, as well. Im sure they will once the swelling resides.
B
R
June 26, 2012
Thanx Britt! I've been walking a lot a work. I feel a little bit more swollen, but it's not unbearable. I can't wait for the swelling to reside completely & I'm wishing for a speedy recovery :)
B
June 26, 2012
im so happy for you! your only going to get smaller too :) make sure to keep up with ur massaging. i have been forgetting and im noticing small tiny dimples my lower abs, only like 2 of them and im not worry im the only one that notices.. but still, keep em up! lol
R
June 27, 2012
Thanks; that's really good to know. I am going to schedule my 1st lympathic drainage massage next Tuesday & I will get a small one to use at home. I am thinking about trying the Smoothshapes by Cynosure. I heard it's really good for smoothing any lumpy areas such as cellulite dimples; I never had a problem w/ cellulite. However, I talked to a therapist & she stated that it is great to have after lipo to assist w/ contouring a smooth appearance of your lipo areas. It's kinda pricey, as well........ like $800 for 4 massages, so I am weighing all of my options.
UPDATED FROM Renewmesoon
1 day pre
So, looking forward to my op tomorrow! Currently,...
So, looking forward to my op tomorrow! Currently, I have been take arnica pills for the last 5 day to help reduce any bruise & swelling post procedure. Also, I've purchased some bromelain supplements to take post procedure, it wil assist w/ inflammation, swelling, and bruising. I'm have also been lowering my sodium intake & increasing my water?
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ST
June 18, 2012
Hi Renewmesoon - the big day is tomorrow!! WooHoo!! I know you must be a mixture of super excited (and maybe a bit nervous?)! Just remember it will all be worth it in the end. I am exactly a month from my procedure today and I still can't believe it. You are thoroughly prepared so I know you will be fine :-) Looking at your before pics and the areas you have chosen I know you will have a great result. Just wanted to wish you luck and can't wait to hear how well things went!!
ST
June 18, 2012
Hi Renewmesoon - the big day is tomorrow!! WooHoo!! I know you must be a mixture of super excited (and maybe a bit nervous?)! Just remember it will all be worth it in the end. I am exactly a month from my procedure today and I still can't believe it. You are thoroughly prepared so I know you will be fine :-) Looking at your before pics and the areas you have chosen I know you will have a great result. Just wanted to wish you luck and can't wait to hear how well things went!!
R
June 18, 2012
Hey! You are so right both excited & nervous......but mostly ready for a slimmer contoured me! Thanks for the wish, I can't wait to post my results :)
B
June 18, 2012
Good luck, hope the procedure goes well! Can't wait to hear how your experience is.
R
B
June 21, 2012
Well!!!!!!??? how did it go?
R
June 21, 2012
Hey Britt! I'm going to write my review after my 9:15a doctors follow up app. tomorrow. Im looking forward to sharing my results. I'm always so sleepy.....meds are keeping me sleepy. I have to upload my pics to my computer & I post them tomorrow.
ST
June 22, 2012
Hey Renewmesoon - Just checking on you!
R
June 23, 2012
Hey chica! Thanks for checking up w/ me. I'm doing well; I going to upload soon. Currently, I only have my iPad w/ me & the website doesn't allow me to upload from my iPad. I went to my 1st follow up visit w/ the nurse she was pleased w/ my results thus far. I'm still experiencing a lot of swelling. She also emailed me some pics. I have my 1st follow up w/ the doctor on this coming Wednesday. I can't wait to share.
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