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8 Weeks Post Op Mini Tummy Tuck and Abdominal Lipo - Arlington, TX Great Before and After Pictures

Name: 8 Weeks Post Op Mini Tummy Tuck and Abdominal Lipo - Arlington, TX Great Before and After Pictures
Item: clayton frenzel
Rating: 4
Author: 2ummy2ime

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I had 2 C-Sections and was diagnosed with PCOS at...

2ummy2imeMarch 21, 2013

WORTH IT$3,599

I had 2 C-Sections and was diagnosed with PCOS at 19 years old. PCOS causes un-even fatty deposits in your abdomen area and I was left with saggy skin under my belly button.
I went to a plastic surgeon and he recommended a full tummy tuck. But I wasn't too fond of the longer recovery time, longer scar and multiple drains.
I am 5'4 and weighed 134 when I went in last Monday March 18th for my procedure. It is now Wednesday March 20th and I am in a lot of pain and I weigh 132. I had liposuction of the front abdomen and the loose skin cut off. I was actually shocked at how long the scar is. I have 1 drain in and the first day I drained 500 CCs and the second day I drained 115 CC's, so it slowed down significantly. I wear the compression garment at all times and if I take it off I am in even more pain. I am taking the medication that was prescribed (Muscle Relaxer, Pain Killer and Antibiotic).
I have been un-happy with my stomach since I had my first child at 20 and I am now 28 and do not plan on having any more children.
When I first came out of surgery I noticed a terrible pain to the right of my belly button, which has turned into a large bulge. You can see it in my pictures. I am just hoping it is fluid that will go away with time. Ask any questions you may have, I am here to help.

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Replies (14)

2ummy2ime

March 22, 2013

Today is Thursday March 21st and I had my first post op appointment. Doctor said the bulge was just swelling and it would go away on it's own. I noticed the swelling has gone down, but now I am experiencing itching and tingling in my abdomen. I am assuming it's my body healing. Besides being sore and in pain I am up beat about my decision. I will keep you posted.

Kimmers25

March 23, 2013

Welcome to the community. This swelling takes some time to go down so hold on tight:)

During the healing process you will have all sorts of strange sensations in your tummy. Tingling, itching, pullling, crawling and numbness. This will all improve with time so don't worry.

What a difference and so soon:) Looking good.

BocaBound

March 24, 2013

Hi! Thanks for sharing your story! How are you feeling now? I wonder, did you have muscle repair? I had a mini exactly one week before you did (Mar 11). My scar is every bit as long as yours, but a good bit lower. Also, I have not actually seen the incision because it has been covered in Steristrip since the surgery. Even now, day 13 post op, it is still covered. Has your incision been covered or open? I hope your pain is subsiding as your recovery progresses! You might check my story out to give you hope for what you might feel like in a week! Best wishes! :)

2ummy2ime

March 24, 2013

Hello thanks for your post. Tomorrow I finally get my drain out and that marks 1 week post op. Woo hoo. It has actually started to bother me. Today's been the first day I woke up without being in excruciating pain. I was finally able to stand in the shower and it felt good. The incision is healing perfectly. I did not have any muscle repair done. I had the mini tummy tuck and they glued the outside. I also had lipo of the upper abdomen and lower abdomen. He said he removed a lot more skin than he intended. I am wearing the compression garment and it has been a life saver. All I have over the incision site and drain site which is stitched into my skin is a loose large gauze pad. No bleeding or draining from the incision site. All I feel now is tingling and some numbness around the belly button. With all the pain I really wasn't thinking I had made the right choice, but today I feel up beat and great. I am also going back to work tomorrow and I just hope that doesn't make me swell up. I will post some pics today and I will check out your story. Thanks for sharing.

2ummy2ime

March 25, 2013

And my Doctor told me I have a hematoma and I will have a slower recovery now. So disappointing. I knew that something was wrong. I even told my Doctor on my first pre op that I thought I had a hematoma. He said it was normal swelling now today he says it is a hematoma. Should I get a second opinion? I am still in so much pain from it.

BocaBound

March 27, 2013

How are you feeling today?? :)

2ummy2ime

March 27, 2013

I went to have the drain removed on Monday. My Doctor said I have a hematoma and it would take me longer to recover. I wonder why he didn't drain it? It is now Wednesday and I am still in pain and laying in bed. I have an area that is 6 inches surrounding my belly button that is hard and it hurts. My Doctor doesn't seem to concerned he said to follow up in a month. Should I get a second opinion? Thanks for asking

2ummy2ime

March 27, 2013

BocaBound

March 27, 2013

Oh no! I'm so sorry you are having to deal with this! What does Google have to say about it? What is the recommended treatment for a hematoma?

UPDATED FROM 2ummy2ime

I am now post op 2 weeks and 3 days. I'm looking...

2ummy2imeApril 4, 2013

I am now post op 2 weeks and 3 days. I'm looking and feeling much better. It was way worth all the pain and money. I just posted some pictures showing the before and after. I'm still very swollen, but I see a huge improvement.