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Tomorrow is day 13
I still have three drains. Hoping to at least get two removed tomorrow. Also going to plead for permission to wear a different compression garment. This binder just won't stay put! It is such a pain to constantly be adjusting it an tugging on it.
I am not yet standing up straight. I don't feel like it is my incision, but the pain and tightness are under my chest by my sternum. Hoping that changes soon too.
I know we can't expect to be 100 percent right away but I need some measure of normal again. I have always considered myself a strong person, emotionally and mentally, but this has been such a journey. My husband keeps me optimistic, he has been so great.
Hoping for some increased comfort after tomorrow's appointment so I can sleep a little better. I think that is sometimes half the reason for the depression and anxiety.
Binder Suggestions??
1 Week Today
What a week. When they tell you this surgery is serious, they are not joking. I honestly spent most of it wondering what the heck I was thinking and wishing I could go back in time and tell myself not to do it!!! I am still using pain medication as much for help with my perspective and mood as for pain. I'm just hanging in there at this point I suppose.
I had my first post op visit yesterday and doctors said I would have the drains in for 2 to four weeks!! Hoping it is two and not three or four. Otherwise all appears to be healing well.
I am getting up and around a little more and life is returning to pseudo normal. Trying to stay optimistic!
Provider Review
So far every experience I have had with his office and him has been very positive. He is a very likable and knowledgable doctor and he has put me at ease. I have spent a lot of time researching him on the internet and have found only positive results and reports, so that is also reassuring. The surgery process went very well. I did end up with an infection in one of my drain sites that was slow in healing. And I have had several suture abscesses near the center of my incision that are still healing almost four months out. I think that is luck of the draw stuff though and Dr Hollins and his office staff have always been very responsive and easy to talk to. And most importantly he does excellent work. My scars are small and well placed. Everything looks very natural. Two weeks post op update: I have to say that a tummy tuck is major! Knowing the reputation and skill of my surgeon has helped me through some anxious times. When those fears and doubts start to creep into my thoughts I just remind mylef that I did my research and I know that my surgeon is skilled and thorough. Dr Hollins is funny, honest and has excellent bedside manor. So far my appointments and results are excellent.