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“A New Me - Maryland”
A New Me 2/28/2011
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Spent: $9,500 in Maryland
Spent: $9,500 in Maryland
I am 29 and married with no children! I cannot have them without going through invetro. I had some complications and have scar tissue, and though I have not given birth to any crum snatchers;) my abdominal wall is horrible! My husband and I agreed in 2 or 3 we would start the process.
My stomach has always been a touchy spot for me and has affected my self esteem. As many have said, no matter what I do... It's still there. cannot fit into any true sizes because I suffer from "Dunlap syndrome" lol... My stomach "dunlapped" over! I am sick of wearing spanx and I am ready to be free! This is something I have wanted to do since my early 20's. Now it's time!! I am nervous and excited for my upcoming journey!
Everyone on realself is so open about their experiences and I plan to do the same! Of course I have had some people question why but for the most part I have a pretty good support system!
I am confident and have faith everything will go well and I will keep every one updated. I had a breast reduction in 2002 so I am pretty familiar with the healing process and Manage pain pretty well.
Updated on 24 Feb 2011:
I cannot believe 2/28 has come so fast! I am 5 days out! I think I might have a nervous breakdown on Subday Night!!
Updated on 24 Feb 2011:
I am having an extended mini TT- lipo of my abs- waist- flanks- dorsal roll and inner thighs.
Updated on 27 Feb 2011:
Wow- tomorrow is my big day! Sheer excitement and nervousness! Anxiety is showing it's ugly head!! Lol going out today to get last minute stuff. Cases if water- vitamin water- fruits and veggies. What else do I need?? I have all my prescriptions filled and I think I have to take this cephalexin today.
Updated on 28 Feb 2011:
I made it! Thank God. OMGosh I feel Luke I have been hit by a truck. I get released from the hospital in the morning. Back to resting I go.
Updated on 3 Mar 2011:
Day three- this is getting easier by the day. I was able to sleep in the bed last nightsnd still very sore. I managed to take a
shower today and get into by new garment, SOOOOOOOO refreshing!! My back and thighs are really sore and of cours i have bruising and swelling. pics coming now!
Updated on 4 Mar 2011:
Updated on 15 Mar 2011:
Omg I just want to sleep I wake up with hot flashes damn near soaking wet!! I could scream!
I have no fevers, I just wake up like this & have to leave the ceiling fan on! The back half of head is soaking wet
It's like I have insomnia or something? Anyone else?
Updated on 22 Mar 2011:
week 3:
Well saturday I noticed a thickish fluid in my drainage tubes so I contacted my PS and texted him pics. He immediately responded and then phoned in an antibiotic. Turns out one of my drainage tubes is draining pus:(. I am www.blown.com as that is a sign of infection.
So I saw my PS today and he cyphered out pus from three areas ( with three huge syringe needles) and sent the cultures off for evaluation. OUCH!!!! He also switched my antibiotic to two others, with hopes of resuming regular drainage color and stoping the infection. I go back to the office on friday for another follow up.
Here is the depressing kicker.........
IF THERE IS STILL PUS I GO BACK UNDER FRIDAY NIGHT!
Now I refuse to CLAIM it and I am doing my best to remain positive.
This is my update for now....
Updated on 29 Mar 2011:
This entire process has been eye opening for me. I now understand more what I already knew- I have an awesome support system- that I wouldn't change for the world.
The results of the cultures resulted in my contracting a staph infection around the entire back of my waist line where my first drainage tube was. I was prepped for emergency surgery to remove the infection on Friday evening 3/25. And had a 4 day hospital stay. I now have three open wounds across my lower back which have to be changed 2 times a day for now. PAINFUL!!! My PS has set up to have a home health nurse come out today or tomorrow to hook me up to some kind of little medical vac pump (that I will have to carry around with me) to close the wounds up faster (about 3 weeks).
This had been an emotional bumpy road for me. Would I do it again- probably not!
I took a chance had an elective surgery and now I am putting my body through much more!
Updated on 4 Apr 2011:
Updated on 7 Apr 2011:
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My Doctor: Daniel P. Markmann, MD
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Dr. M is a great PS and his staff, especially his nurse Trish are awesome! Dr. M is very informative and focuses on every individual and their needs. He makes the best recommendations and makes sure he answers any questions you could possibly have. He focuses on body contouring and makes sure he dies just that. Yes, he is a little pricey but this is an investment in yourself and and taking the cheapest route is not always best. I would recommend Dr. M to anyone in the Maryland Area, One look at his pics will have you intrigued!
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I'm happy for you that you get to do this! Especially since you've been wanting it for so long. Does your plastic surgeon know that you're hoping to have a children in a few years? Pregnancy can undo a tummy tuck. Not that I want to discourage you, but I want you to have all the facts.
Please keep us posted on how your'e doing/feeling. I'm pretty sure you won't have a nervous breakdown ;) You'll do great!
I appreciate your concern. Thank you. Yes, my PS knows my plans. But you know when you plan something, the end result does not always go as planned, and sometimes you don't achieve your goal. That's why I have elected ro have an extended mini which only involves muscle tightening of the lower portion. PS told me there is a possibility I jay have to have minor revisions done but he has seen lots of women snap right back in to shape. I have done lots of research and even know a few that have conceived post tt's. To be honest it's a risk I am willing to take, we take all kinds of risks every day.
I am sure I won't have a breakdown lol if you hear from. Me again- you will know I haven't!! Lol
Make it a good day.
Yes hours away!!! OMG!!!
I can't wait until the pain pump, drainage tubes come out and the swelling go down!
You're looking good. Thanks for posting your pics. It's great to follow your progress!
Thanks. I have had a little set back with a little infection and i started an antibiotic three days ago but for the most part things are going pretty well. I cant Wait for the swelling to go down so I can wear something other than sweats!!!
Good Luck with your mini! let me know how everything turns out! are you just having a mini?? anything else??
I felt like my pain was nearly nonexistent after the first couple days but now have a mild stabbing pain below belly button. It's likely a pull in the muscle tightening region. Kind of funny but today I wasn't sure if my pain was a skin surface thing from friction of this dreadful compression garment or deeper in the muscle. So..I told my husband to tell a joke. At the ridiculousness of the question, we both burst out laughing and that stabbing pain was killer. Not sure if I should worry. No fever. No more blood in drain although it appeared redder yesterday. Ugh. Will call Doc on Mon. but I wonder if others have this kind of pain in one spot....