Goodbye Cushing's Belly! Orlando, FL

I have lived through the hell of Cushing's Syndrome and come out a survivor. It left me with damage and scarring all over my body. I lost my infant son as a result of that horrible disease. Now that I have a new lease on life, it is my turn to become whole again. I am having this surgery done to rid myself of this awful belly that Cushing's left me with and in hopes to look somewhat normal in my clothes once again. I also have an abdominal hernia that will be repaired during the procedure.

I made it! I am on the flat side! Turns out the docs couldn't find a hernia so that surgery wasn't done. Just the TT! He said it went very well and was pleased with how it went and said I would be too once I heal. He took a lot of skin. Coming out of anesthesia was rough. Major mood swings and crying spells. One nurse shook me awake so hard only to bombard me with the fact that there was no hernia, I was now considered outpatient, and I couldn't stay in the hospital unless I wanted to self pay. I wasn't even coherent yet and couldn't process anything. I was so upset, but once my hubby got back there he got everything settled. I came home last night. I have 2 drains that will be in for 2 weeks. I am taking my pain pills and antibiotic. I am very lightheaded when I stand up so bathroom trips are short and sweet. It's amazing to look down and see no flab!

My swelling is down this early morning. I am finished with my antibiotic too! Still downing the Percocet every 4 hours. I have lots of tightness and burning if I don't. Advil isn't cutting it yet, especially at night. I am sleeping hours at a time now which helps. Being on this recliner is getting old fast. I see the PS on Thursday for a 1 week follow up. Trying to keep my spirits up for I know this is a means to an end and The end result is worth it!