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51 years old - Tummy Tuck - Jacksonville, FL
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I'm 51 years old and I have been considering...
BrenderFebruary 7, 2012
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I'm 51 years old and I have been considering having a tummy tuck for the past several years but never had the courage to actually do it. I have had three children,one in which was a c-section that didn't leave me with many stretch marks but an ugly stomach as well as a hernia(which I just found out I had)so on February 20,2012 I will be having a full tt with lipo and a hernia repair.
I have been very nervous and the thing that bothers me the most is when will I be able to hold my two grandson's again(ages 1&3) It will break my heart to say mimi can't hold you. I'm also wondering if maybe I'm to old to be worrying about how my stomach looks,but I would love to be able to wear a blouse tucked in, and to wear a bathing suit that looks good.
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12 days pre
Well I went for my pre-op's last week and my Dr...
BrenderFebruary 8, 2012
Well I went for my pre-op's last week and my Dr said that my EKG wasn't abnormal but it wasn't completely normal either so I had to go for a stress test yesterday and they called me late yesterday and told me that it was perfectly normal so then I went and done my blood work so hopefully that will come back OK as well. I only have 12 more day's before my surgery and I'm praying that I don't chicken out.
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February 12, 2012
Brender, I am 70 years young and like you I had surgeries in the past and a hernia so I had my tt on Feb 2nd. I had a pain pump which I would highly recommend because it last about three days and it completely numbs the area which gives you time to get your bearing before the real pain comes roaring in and believe me when I say it will be bad. The pain pills work but make sure you are taking stool softners and if they don't work in three or four days you will have to use a suppository(mispelled). I got a walker from goodwill and it will be worth it for you because it saves your back. Make sure you have lots of support for preparing your meals,helping with your binder and drains,etc. I did not use a recliner because I wanted to be in my bedroom for more rest and privacy. As far as you grandchildren, it would be a good idea to show the older one how to give you hugs and kisses without being too close and tell them it is because you are going to have an operation. My granddaughter is two and she leans over to kiss me and understands why and that is why it is so important to be very open with them about everything and the walker helps to keep them from running up to you at times. This surgery is very serious and hard so be prepared to be out of commission for at least 6 weeks. You will read many things but my ps is one of the best and he says it is crazy to think you can be cut like this and be back and running in no time, I have many other things to share with you so if you want, just get back to me with your questions. By the way, I am 70 in age but in looks, strength and spirit, most people think I am 50......
February 13, 2012
Virginia. Thank you so much for all your information and suggestions. I have had so many thoughts running through my head. Will I wake up from surgery, how much pain am I gonna be in, how long is it gonna take me to heal and should I even be doing this. this is some of the questions I have been asking myself. I'm sure you and everyone else has the same concerns. about my grandchildren...I'm so use to holding them but I'm telling myself that it's only for a short while and of course I will still be able to see them and give kisses and hugs. I hope that your recovery is going well and that you have the results that you were looking for. anymore info you can share with me is much appreciated. Hope I don't chicken out before next week:)
April 16, 2013
Hi,
Enjoyed reading about your TT, I am ALSO 70 and doing the TT next week, sooooo nevous , yet excited. Hate my belly, so disgusting. wish I could have lost some weight before hand, but haven't , maybe I can after. any tips would be helpful. My PS is 4-1/2 hrs from home , will be staying in a motel for couple days, also have B implants exchanged. I have B cancer years ago and the Implants I had 5 yrs ago were horrible and also now leak. So I am hoping all goes well.
Carol
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7 days pre
My surgery is one week from today, WOW! where did...
BrenderFebruary 13, 2012
My surgery is one week from today, WOW! where did the time go. I was so nervous, but for whatever reason I'm not feeling that way anymore. I'm sure it will return come Monday morning. I need to go ahead and take a before photo so I can post it with my new and improved after photo. wish me luck guy's and better yet please keep me in your prayer's.
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