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Strolling on the flat side in Jax, FL
UPDATED FROM JoShultz
11 months post
Going back in after almost a year!
$14,500
I had my first surgery July 25th, 2013 and I have decided to go back to Dr. Fee to get everything touched up! First I am getting a lower face lift, I had neck lipo and the scar tissue has never went away despite a revision. This will be removed!!! I am also getting my breast augmentation redone. I think my capsules are large, I know this happens if they are small they can rupture the implant! They move around and cause pain especially when I am sleeping and exercising! Lastly I had abdominoplasty with lipo I am getting a scar revision and lipo to trim down my stomach YEAHHHH! This will be done a week from Friday on 6/27/14. I will be posting before pictures!! Wish me luck.
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UPDATED FROM JoShultz
3 months post
13 weeks post op
This Thursday it will be 13 weeks. I have to say I'm not real happy. I still had a lot of weight to lose despite all ready losing 60 lbs. I cannot lose weight I exercise and I eat a great diet. I'm really upset. I thought when I got my belly fat cut off it would help my metabolism, but it doesn't.
Yesterday. I went back to ps n he took down my dog ears n finished the lipo under my neck. I was totally awake for this. I had to pay 800.00 and the only thing I got for relaxing was Ativan n Valium pulls before. N a local. I thought for sure. I would get versed iv I remember everything n it hurt!!! This better be it for my chin. I know this isn't the board but I'm venting. I had a big chunk of scar tissue hanging off my neck. It was as embarrassing as having the double chin. I wanted to get my barrel chest fixed and my scar that looks like [RS bleep] on my belly. U can see the pics. It goes up near my pubic area. Not to mention of have two scars next to my labia. I have never seen other women with those??? Wth. I feel like a freak. Then I went to see him two weeks ago n he says. We can fix the front first. Meaning my chin, abdomen, scar and lipo thighs. Then bring me back n do more lipo of back, dog ears, and upper arms. The first surgery would cost another 8 grand. Geez. Not to mention I work my ass of at the gym n pay a trainer 300. A month. Min just really sad. I will post photos tonight
Yesterday. I went back to ps n he took down my dog ears n finished the lipo under my neck. I was totally awake for this. I had to pay 800.00 and the only thing I got for relaxing was Ativan n Valium pulls before. N a local. I thought for sure. I would get versed iv I remember everything n it hurt!!! This better be it for my chin. I know this isn't the board but I'm venting. I had a big chunk of scar tissue hanging off my neck. It was as embarrassing as having the double chin. I wanted to get my barrel chest fixed and my scar that looks like [RS bleep] on my belly. U can see the pics. It goes up near my pubic area. Not to mention of have two scars next to my labia. I have never seen other women with those??? Wth. I feel like a freak. Then I went to see him two weeks ago n he says. We can fix the front first. Meaning my chin, abdomen, scar and lipo thighs. Then bring me back n do more lipo of back, dog ears, and upper arms. The first surgery would cost another 8 grand. Geez. Not to mention I work my ass of at the gym n pay a trainer 300. A month. Min just really sad. I will post photos tonight
Replies (5)
October 23, 2013
Im so sorry this hasnt worked out as planned. I do believe your pictures look great but I am fully aware that it only matters how we see ourselves. Good luck love and thank you for sharing.
October 24, 2013
Good luck with your revision( dogear) I got one too of well. I u d'état and about the weight I am having a hard time losing to so I have decided to just give myself a break. My husband and I have been married over 30 years too so I understand that to. Therapy does help you understand your situation. I went he didn't. Don't be so hard on yourself you are beautiful.
October 24, 2013
Thanks!! I am still trying to be optimistic!!! Your encouraging words help!!
November 5, 2013
Did you take before and afters of just the neck area? You look great even swollen!
November 7, 2013
Sorry you don't feel great but you look great!!!! It's so hard because we judge ourselves so hard..people see great results and we still see ourselves as being fat...
Good job on the weight loss
Sorry to hear about your hubby maybe he'll come around
January 25, 2014
Hi JoShultz:
I'm so sorry for your experience. I can't imagine how it would feel to go through all of that and not be happy with your results. Nonetheless, I actually noticed a big diffrence in your 2 weeks pic and your 4 week pics. Your belly went down more. I've seen several before and after pics of patients of how they looked in 2 weeks, 4 weeks, 3 mos, 6 mos and 1 year and some patients swell longer than others and continue to have alot of swelling for close to 6 months and then the swelling starts to subside dramatically and you can see the true results of their surgery. So, I would say don't judge just yet. You still look amazing, just give your body a little bit more time. Also, in regards to your comment about you being barrel chested, it will go away. I had a breast lift and reduction a year and a half ago and had the same experience with the square shaped look to my boobs. However, my PS said that it was normal and in about 6 - 8 mos my breast would start to drop and fall into a natural tear dropped shape and she was right! Give it time you will be even more beautiful soon...happy healing and good luck to you!
February 6, 2014
Thanks so much for your kind words!! I am starting to see more conturing!!! I have more work to do! I work out a lot, but I have followed up with another plastic surgeon! He said I actually need to be "leveled out a little" I am still going to give it a year!
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September 6, 2013
Generalized swelling peaks at 5-6 weeks, and lasts for literally months after. Do not expect for it to be gone any time soon, that's for sure! Draining your seromas should help, though. They are caused by being too active and not letting your skin redrape and attach properly. They recur very easily. You need to totally go back to almost bed rest with bathroom privileges for a while to let this healing process start all over. No lifting, twisting, housework, running around being busy.... Good luck to you!
September 7, 2013
Ty. I'm leaving to go home tomorrow. Daughter is driving me we will take two days. No driving for me and I've been taking it easy.
September 7, 2013
Listen to jenfrgrn and rest rest rest. Give yourself some time to heal. As moms we want to jump back in and do everything but you waited a long time to do this for yourself. The surgery is only the first step. You have to be very proactive in your healing process. Sorry to lecture but worried about you over doing. :-) hugs
October 4, 2013
I'm super swollen too it has gotten worse for me we had surgery almost same time I think I'm super annoyed with it and everyone keeps looking at me like I should be super model sexy lol I have a pouch right above the pubic area and pretty much above my scar it's pooling and swollen I have been drained a few times as we'll.
October 7, 2013
Your results look amazing. I hope that you are healing and doing well (Dr.Wallace was my ps).
October 24, 2013
Thanks, I have heard great things about Dr. Wallace, I wish my results were better
November 5, 2013
So sorry to read about the less than desired results from your revision. How are you healing? Sending happiness and encourgement your way, take care.
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