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2 Week update
Here are some photos for my 2 week update. Phone is not that great at taking pictures, so I will use my camera the next time I take some pictures. I am using the silicone sheets on the scar, still wearing the white binder also.
Binder
I forgot to mention that this binder is so annoying. I have washed it so many times that I believe the fibers are starting to lose their tension...or something. The day of surgery it got a blood stain on it. Because I was unable to take it off, the stain was nearly impossible to come out after washing it. I realized that if I put peroxide on the blood stains within a day the stain would come out. So anyway, by the binder being on my bare skin, it would easily get dirty because of the oil from my skin. So now, I wear a cami underneath the binder, so that I do not have to wash it as often.
Regardless of all that, I have noticed that each day, I realize that I am able to pull the binder tighter and tighter. I suppose it is because my swelling continues to go down. The doctor recommended I get a good and snug girdle to go underneath the binder. Supposedly the compression helps with the swelling.
Regardless of all that, I have noticed that each day, I realize that I am able to pull the binder tighter and tighter. I suppose it is because my swelling continues to go down. The doctor recommended I get a good and snug girdle to go underneath the binder. Supposedly the compression helps with the swelling.
One Week Update
1 Week Update: Because I live in Alabama, there is a time difference. The drive is like two hours away (factoring in getting there early, construction, slow pokes, and traffic). I did not realize I was an hour behind Georgia time, so I missed my one week follow up appointment on Friday, so I had to call and reschedule. I had my rescheduled appointment today (Monday). The doctor took the drain out (taking a shower was always a struggle with that drain reservoir), and removed the stitches around my navel, so now I am so happy I do not have to haul that annoying drain around anymore. Some of the steri strips are still on, so I am pretty sure they will be gone within the next few days. The pain is gone, and walking is getting better. I have a high tolerance for pain, so I did not have to take any narcotic pain pills. I have taken them in the past, and I just do not like the way they make me feel. I am starting to see a big difference now compared to last week as far as the swelling is concerned. After my doctor’s appointment, I went shopping for a dress. With my new flat stomach, I was able to purchase a snug fitting dress that I definitely would not have been able to wear before. I used to always have to spend hours trying to find something loose that would flow over my big stomach, but shopping was a breeze today.
Surgery Review: Of course I do not remember a lot simply because I was under the influence; However, I will do my best to describe what happened. I arrived for surgery at 7 am for a 7:30 surgery. I had already taken the prescribed Phenergan at 6:30 for nausea. I checked in, and was put in a gown. They took pictures of my “old” body, and gave me a shot of Demerol in my hip. I then proceeded to the surgery room. An IV was put in, which was pretty quick. I laid down on the operating table, got positioned the way they needed me, and that is all I remember before surgery. After surgery, I remember saying that I was nauseous. They gave me something to puke in but nothing ever came out. I remember talking about my kids. I do not remember getting in the car. I remember sleeping the entire way home. I remember getting out of the car with my “”new” body and getting in my bed. I had difficulty getting in and out of bed. I had difficulty using the bathroom. Thank Goodness I did not have to have a bowel movement right away because there is no way I would have been able to sit on the toilet, and I definitely would not have been able to wipe my butt. It has been like a week and a few days, and I am barely able to wipe my own ass now, lol. After the day of surgery, I was able to resume my normal diet with the exception of hot and spicy foods. Also, I can remember the first day I would feel faint upon getting out of bed and standing up. I would get so hot that I would have to let the fan blow on my face to feel better while standing. A wet wash cloth did wonders during that time. Getting out of bed is still a struggle, but only because I do not want to put a lot of strain on my newly tightened stomach muscles. Otherwise, I would be walking upright and getting in and out of bed with the quickness. I do have small children, so I have to constantly remind myself to not pick them up.
Regrets: None
Future Plans: At the time of my surgery, I weighed around 226 pounds. I plan to get on some type of diet and exercise plan to lose some weight. I realize I should have lost the weight prior to surgery, but I just had to move forward with getting rid of that big stomach.
Once I lose some weight, I plan to move forward with a breast lift. I got rid of the sagging stomach, but I continue to be annoyed with my sagging boobs. I need those supersized sugar plums upright and perky.
Anyways, I plan to post some pictures of myself wearing my new dress as well as some before pictures with clothes on.
Surgery Review: Of course I do not remember a lot simply because I was under the influence; However, I will do my best to describe what happened. I arrived for surgery at 7 am for a 7:30 surgery. I had already taken the prescribed Phenergan at 6:30 for nausea. I checked in, and was put in a gown. They took pictures of my “old” body, and gave me a shot of Demerol in my hip. I then proceeded to the surgery room. An IV was put in, which was pretty quick. I laid down on the operating table, got positioned the way they needed me, and that is all I remember before surgery. After surgery, I remember saying that I was nauseous. They gave me something to puke in but nothing ever came out. I remember talking about my kids. I do not remember getting in the car. I remember sleeping the entire way home. I remember getting out of the car with my “”new” body and getting in my bed. I had difficulty getting in and out of bed. I had difficulty using the bathroom. Thank Goodness I did not have to have a bowel movement right away because there is no way I would have been able to sit on the toilet, and I definitely would not have been able to wipe my butt. It has been like a week and a few days, and I am barely able to wipe my own ass now, lol. After the day of surgery, I was able to resume my normal diet with the exception of hot and spicy foods. Also, I can remember the first day I would feel faint upon getting out of bed and standing up. I would get so hot that I would have to let the fan blow on my face to feel better while standing. A wet wash cloth did wonders during that time. Getting out of bed is still a struggle, but only because I do not want to put a lot of strain on my newly tightened stomach muscles. Otherwise, I would be walking upright and getting in and out of bed with the quickness. I do have small children, so I have to constantly remind myself to not pick them up.
Regrets: None
Future Plans: At the time of my surgery, I weighed around 226 pounds. I plan to get on some type of diet and exercise plan to lose some weight. I realize I should have lost the weight prior to surgery, but I just had to move forward with getting rid of that big stomach.
Once I lose some weight, I plan to move forward with a breast lift. I got rid of the sagging stomach, but I continue to be annoyed with my sagging boobs. I need those supersized sugar plums upright and perky.
Anyways, I plan to post some pictures of myself wearing my new dress as well as some before pictures with clothes on.
Provider Review
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
2200 North Avenue, Columbus, Georgia