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Tummy Tuck with Hernia and Diastasis Repair with "fleur de lis" or inverted T incision - Fort Worth, TX
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I am coming close to realizing my dream of...
Kaleigh31November 15, 2013
WORTH IT$7,815
I am coming close to realizing my dream of repairing my stomach after the damage done by 3 pregnancies. My third did the most damage, leaving me with the diastasis recti and hernia on top of a C-section scar and the "hanging flap of shame".
I am coordinating with a general surgeon and a plastic surgeon for the complete repair. The diastasis and hernia have caused my lumbar disk issues to become worse and I am hoping this surgery will change my life in more ways than one!
I am coordinating with a general surgeon and a plastic surgeon for the complete repair. The diastasis and hernia have caused my lumbar disk issues to become worse and I am hoping this surgery will change my life in more ways than one!
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UPDATED FROM Kaleigh31
27 days pre
Sorry, forgot details..
Kaleigh31November 16, 2013
40 yr old, mother of 3. Looking forward to getting my belly under control and be able to wear clothing without hating how I look and feel.
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November 16, 2013
Hello Kaleigh31 ! I am 10wks Post Op after a full TT with muscle repair . My muscle repair was not successful , i still have Divarication Recti . I am very unhappy with the results and now waiting to see a plastic surgeon in sydney to repair the muscle . I too have lower back issues , im always in pain but no one has ever mentioned that my separated muscle might have something to do with it . I wish you luck with your surgery and hope that you end up the results you wish for . I waited nearly 30 yrs to have mine and was so hoping for a flat stomach , its all i ever wanted .... but its still eluding me . Please keep us updated with your results .... look forward to seeing the new you .
November 16, 2013
sorry to hear that you didnt get the results you wish for. for me, the muscle repair is the most important as that takes care of the bulge! i will hit on that when i go in for my pre op. goodluck with the second surgery. thanks for sharing
November 16, 2013
Biee .... Good luck and make sure that you hit on the fact that a flat tummy is really important !!!
November 16, 2013
hiya, you finally got t going! welldone!lol. we are surgery twins. our dates are same, same procedures, same number of kids and similar story. cant wait for the big day! yippee!
November 25, 2013
Hi BIEE, I'm getting so nervous. Hoping I am making the right decision. I keep searching for more info on the "fleur de lis" incision my doc was discussing. I get that I already have the vertical scar, so not really worried about that, just concerned with the potential complications. Gah.. it's always something..
November 16, 2013
You're going to be so happy when all is said and done! I thank God for this message board and website. It really opened my eyes to what to expect after the surgery, etc. I had a full tummy tuck on November 6th with muscle repair. No Lipo. I had two huge baby boys (twins) that really did me in (but of course so worth it!). Good luck to you!
November 19, 2013
Thanks for all the comments and well wishes. I am getting so nervous! Keep trying to find more before/after photos, especially with the fleur de lis incision. Can't wait to see how we all do
UPDATED FROM Kaleigh31
9 days pre
10 days till surgery!
Kaleigh31December 4, 2013
I'm still obsessing over before and after photos, dreaming of what might be.
I have ordered my leg support wedge and reacher/pick-up tool. Also have a trip planned to pick up a bed lounger and some extra pillows, plus most of the other suggested supplies. Here is my list:
Walker (checking Craigslist and thrift stores)
Shower chair (ditto above)
A new book
Laptop stand for in bed/on sofa use
Fresh fruits and veggies (closer to surgery date)
Already have:
Antibiotic ointment
Arnica cream
Elastic exercise band
Safety pins
Undershirts and tanks (to wear under binder) I've been wearing a binder for months now =/
stool softener
gauze pads
gel ice packs
cough drops
old towels and linens
Palmer's skin therapy oil
granny panties (hey, don't judge! they are from after c-section)
Waiting till my pre-op apt on Thursday to see what vitamins/supplements he recommends and pick up those this weekend.
I am packing a few small storage boxes with small items to keep my little ones entertained. Things like a new game, puzzles, books, and a few small toys. I want to put them under my bed and surprise them over the first week or so of my recovery. I will have my husband home for the first 5 days and my mother in law is coming to stay for several weeks (she usually does every Christmas) and she will try to help out as much as possible as well. She will be great at the cooking and cleaning and we'll see how she does with the kids ;)
I've got the closet organized and separated into labeled sections, as well as their drawers for socks and pajamas. Hoping this all goes smoothly! Getting excited, but also so very nervous...
I'm going to post a few pics from last night. I was laying in bed, wondering if I can dare hope that the blob will be gone and I'll get my body back.
I have ordered my leg support wedge and reacher/pick-up tool. Also have a trip planned to pick up a bed lounger and some extra pillows, plus most of the other suggested supplies. Here is my list:
Walker (checking Craigslist and thrift stores)
Shower chair (ditto above)
A new book
Laptop stand for in bed/on sofa use
Fresh fruits and veggies (closer to surgery date)
Already have:
Antibiotic ointment
Arnica cream
Elastic exercise band
Safety pins
Undershirts and tanks (to wear under binder) I've been wearing a binder for months now =/
stool softener
gauze pads
gel ice packs
cough drops
old towels and linens
Palmer's skin therapy oil
granny panties (hey, don't judge! they are from after c-section)
Waiting till my pre-op apt on Thursday to see what vitamins/supplements he recommends and pick up those this weekend.
I am packing a few small storage boxes with small items to keep my little ones entertained. Things like a new game, puzzles, books, and a few small toys. I want to put them under my bed and surprise them over the first week or so of my recovery. I will have my husband home for the first 5 days and my mother in law is coming to stay for several weeks (she usually does every Christmas) and she will try to help out as much as possible as well. She will be great at the cooking and cleaning and we'll see how she does with the kids ;)
I've got the closet organized and separated into labeled sections, as well as their drawers for socks and pajamas. Hoping this all goes smoothly! Getting excited, but also so very nervous...
I'm going to post a few pics from last night. I was laying in bed, wondering if I can dare hope that the blob will be gone and I'll get my body back.
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December 4, 2013
I can see a cute body there! Can you believe now much babies do to our bellies! It's quite unfair if you ask me! Sounds like you have a good list! I honestly just listened to my doctor about what I needed and actually it was a lot less than I thought! I also posted a list of want I got and used! The walker is a most! Even if it's just for a few days! Good luck to you!
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