Thigh Lift with Lipo - Australia
I never liked my legs. I felt my legs were not...
I never liked my legs. I felt my legs were not firm. Plenty of muscles underneath all the wobbly fat! Never felt comfortable wearing shorts or swimming costume. I am getting married next year and i want to walk on the beach with my hubby and not feel self conscious. My partner loves every part of me, but whatever makes me happy he is happy for me to do what i want.
My arms? I have good muscle tone, but tuckshop arms won't go away (a term used in oz...canteen mums...wave bye bye and all the wobbles go with it. lol). And I work on them all the time. Been considering this operation for about 10 years. But haven't had the confidence to go ahead with it, especially my arms and the scar factor. But I have now definitely decided i want firm arms... it out weighs the scars, as i don't go sleevless in public.
I have just over 2 weeks to go before i go into surgery. Very nervous, I hope it is very safe, i want to be with my partner into old age, finally i have found a man who truly treats me like a princess. I am so happy. So watch this space as i will put before and after photos up. I think it is important for other women to see the outcome of such operations. I do find it hard to get to talk to many people out here who have been thru this. I have asked for many before and afters, but not always available.
Any tips, warnings or info before my op would be very appreciated. Be it good or bad.
CharlieJ's provider
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I have to ask my surgeon first as they have told me to stop taking certain vitamins etc.
Only to take Vitamin C and zinc. But Arnica must be ok if other women have been taking it.
A lot of people take it before, during and after surgery. You're right, however, that you should check with your surgeon first and make sure they say it's okay. Better to be safe than sorry!
I still can't figure out this blog. I receive e-mails that there is a new post, and then when I click "more" I can't find it on the blog.
Charlie, have you seen any plastic surgery check lists on-line? They really are pretty helpful. You can print them too.
I had though about the poo poo thing as this is what I figured out and purchased today. I was horrified of the thought of possibly not being able to reach myself while using the bathroom, so I bought a bottle of magnesium citrate. I had used it before for severe constipation. If you don't know what it is, it is a saline drink that it pretty nasty, but boy it sure cleans you out. You won't go for about three days at least after that. The best way to use it is to drink it before you sleep. It may wake you up in about 6 hours to go. I would do this at least 24 hours before your surgery.
I went to a second hand store to buy a few men's button up shirts. I figured that would be comfortable. One of them I had cut the sleeves off in case it would work out better that way for the drains.
You're It !!
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I just looked up a plastic surgery check list....it was telling me how to find a surgeon etc and what questions to ask....is that what you meant. Or did you mean what to take to hospital etc. Can you paste a link to what you have looked at for me please.
Thanks for the info on on the saline drink...way to go. and the shirts. are you staying in hospital or is it just a day surgery for you. How long did you say your surgery is going to take?
Hi Charlie,
I found the sort of list I was referring to.
In the US the majority of plastic surgery procedures are performed in a out patient surgical center. That is where I am having mine. It is suppose to be a 5 1/2 hour surgery. Unfortunately, that is how it is done. A lot of different surgeries are done this way. Health care, and insurance companies really do jeopardize our well being all in the name of money. I will probably have the drains in for a week, and then go to my doctors office to have them removed. I am curious if you don't mind me asking how it works there. Is it a lot of money to have done what you are having done and be admitted in the hospital as well? Is any of it covered by insurance?
Have A Wonderful Day, Which Ever Part Of The Day It Is There !!
Well, 4 days before my surgery i was bumped!!!! I...
I was last on the list for the day and my surgeon didn't want me to be waiting all day and then some.
plus 6 1/2 hours of surgery...neither did I to be honest.
This was my 3rd attempt to get this done, have been planning it since 2008/2009.
So I guess I just am not suppose to have it done, i believe I am guided, have always been.
Still, if I cannot improve my legs,arms with more workouts and changed of diet - I will try again next year.
I hope all you ladies out there and going well and are happy with your results.
Good luck
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On the 1 Feb 2013 - I have done it finally! I had...
I had my thigh lift and lipo done and I am so very happy. 10 days in hospital which was wonderful....here in Australia we can stay as long as we need to.
I had 94 staples from just under my hip following the crease to my groin and to the back of my leg and just at the start of under my buttock.
I didn't experience pain, just very uncomfortable to move and sit on the toilet due to the swelling and bruising. Had to shuffle for the the 1st week, cannot spread my legs for 3 weeks as i have sutures attached to my pelvic bone this is for the lift, if i pull these, my doctors good work will be undone.
It is now 13 days post op. Getting around well. Just stiff after sitting and just takes a bit to warm up to walking normal again.
I am just so happy with the results now and they are swollen, so it is going to be a good result once it has all settled down.
Didn't do my arms, glad I didn't as it was good to use my arms for strength to lift my legs of the bed and of course using the toilet etc.
Will post pre and post photos in the next few days
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Hi Charlie,
Thanks for sharing your journey with us and good luck with your upcoming surgery! I've heard that Arnica is good to help tackle bruising and swelling after surgery (I think you're supposed to start taking it before surgery).
Please do keep us updated on your progress!
Kirsty
It's sold all over, so I'm sure you'll be able to get it! If not then your pharmacist should be able to offer some sort of alternative. :-)