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TT Yesterday!!!! - Orlando, FL
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Wow, not as horrible as I imagined!! Went in...
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Wow, not as horrible as I imagined!! Went in Thursday at 6:30 am & was home a few hpurs later. Still in pain, hunched over, my tummy feels tighter than shoes laces pulled together as tight as possible, tired!! I'll keep posting :)Will post pics as soon as I have more energy & drains are removed!! Will I ever stand straight up again??? Lol
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December 11, 2010
Hi Nancy,
Yes you will get better and better each day. The first 7-10 days are the worst but all up hill from here.
The tightness and swelling will hang around for a while so don't get frustrated with that. Tight is a good thing with a tummy tuck!
I can't wait to see your pictures!
December 11, 2010
Thank you Kimmers25 for the support. I am feeling pretty good for Day 3, not too horrible. I expected much worse. I can't wait to see my new tummy. I am almost scared to look, lol. I can shower soon so taking a peek will be thrilling. I'll post pics as soon as I get some after shots. I go for my 1st post op appt on Wednesday. I only pray the drains will come out then =) What did you guys eat? I'm not too hungry but have to eat with the meds. I've been drinking OJ and Fruit Juice & Atkins proteins shakes & toast w/butter?? Any ideas?? I don't wanna throw up!!!!!!!!!!!
December 11, 2010
You definitely don't want to throw up! My first week was pretty much protein shakes, toast with butter, scrambled eggs, yogurt and cottage cheese. Make sure you get something in the tummy about a half hour before the meds.
The first time you see the tummy it is like "WOW" it is so flat! You will be very excited and happy to be minus the hanging skin. If the drains don't come out on Wed please don't be disappointed. You do not want to have any fluid build up so keeping them in if necessary is a good thing.
You are also going to love that first shower...feels like heaven even though it wears you out.
December 12, 2010
Kimmers25....help, can I take anything for this horrifying air in my tummy??? I've switched to Ex St Tylenol to help w/ a bowel movement but the air is absolutely PAINFUL!! I can hear it & feel it!! Is something like Gas-x or Beano ok?? Or should I call doc & ask??
December 12, 2010
I've been drinking Atkins Chocolate & also making my own w/fat free milk & banana whey protein.
December 12, 2010
Hi Nancy,
I remember that air so well and yes it hurts like hell. I used the GasX and it worked well. Once you move that out of there you will feel like a new woman :)
December 16, 2010
Thanks again for all your advice!! Posted pics too at 1 week post op !!
December 11, 2010
Good to know !! Thanks for the info !! Had my shower today and you were right, it was fabulous!! My drains are at about 25 cc 2x per day so hopefully they will subside as the days go on. Thanks for the help it's good to have advice from someone whose been there !!
December 12, 2010
I have 4 weeks till full TT and am taking all the davice you ladies have to offer. Thanks for all the tips ...it goes to show me that my feeling are all normal.I am so pleased to find others in their late 50's who have decided to do this for a better quality of life.I am doing pilates 30 minutes a day to strengthen my body ready for surgery.I will keep you posted.
K-J, I am your age..good luck with your TT today.
K-J, I am your age..good luck with your TT today.
December 12, 2010
Good luck!! You'll do great!! Pilates will definitely make you stronger. I wish I had worked on my back muscles more, the hunching over is rough on the back muscles :-( Keep us posted!!!
December 14, 2010
Try weening off the pain meds. I'm 2 weeks post op and my biggest tip is switch to Tylenol. I felt 10 times better after I switched. I'm now starting to sleep more comfortable. You will get tired to sleeping in the same position try to alternate to the couch or a recliner. Each day seriously gets better. Post ur pics and keep us posted.
December 16, 2010
Thanks for the advice!! Switched to Tylenol and I feel so much better!! Posted pics too at 1 week post op !!
UPDATED FROM LakeShenandoah
Things are going well. I am one week post op. Went...
Things are going well. I am one week post op. Went to the doctor yesterday and he removed one drain. Still have one left, but that is ok. One is better than two. I'm still feeling well, getting a little tired and napping throughout the day. No pain meds. The surgery was WELL WORTH it ladies. DO IT if you are thinking about it. I don't have ANY REGRETS!! Posting some before and 1 week post op pics.
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December 16, 2010
Nancy you look wonderful! What a nice flat tummy and so soon. You will notice it getting flatter and flatter by the week which I know you will love!
Congratulations!
December 17, 2010
Hi there,
I'm in Orlando too and Dr. Soto did my TT on 11/18 - it's been exactly 4 weeks today. It was so worth it and nearly painless.
I've been back to work for two weeks and even made a trip across the country this week.
Still wearing the ridiculous binder, but as much as I hate it, I can't imagine how weird it would feel to not wear it. It's definitely a love/hate relationship.
Keep us posted on how you're doing, I'd love to keep up with you especially since we had the same doctor.
Take it easy!
I'm in Orlando too and Dr. Soto did my TT on 11/18 - it's been exactly 4 weeks today. It was so worth it and nearly painless.
I've been back to work for two weeks and even made a trip across the country this week.
Still wearing the ridiculous binder, but as much as I hate it, I can't imagine how weird it would feel to not wear it. It's definitely a love/hate relationship.
Keep us posted on how you're doing, I'd love to keep up with you especially since we had the same doctor.
Take it easy!
December 18, 2010
HI 9170Anon,
I can't wait until I get to 4 weeks!! I TOTALLY agree with the surgery being well worth it. I was so scared after reading all the pain stories, but honestly the surgery & the following days weren't nearly as horrible as I thought. Dr. Soto did great.
I know what you mean about the love/hate relationship with the binder, lol. When I take it off to shower I feel like I instantly blow up like a balloon. As uncomfortable as it is, it's almost a comfort.
I'm glad to hear you went back to work in 2 weeks and did ok. I have 3 weeks off. I had my surgery last Thursday (Dec 9) and I am up and walking and doing motherly duties.
Thanks for contacting me. I hope we keep in touch and I hope your trip across the country was fabulous, I bet everyone loved your new tummy!!
I can't wait until I get to 4 weeks!! I TOTALLY agree with the surgery being well worth it. I was so scared after reading all the pain stories, but honestly the surgery & the following days weren't nearly as horrible as I thought. Dr. Soto did great.
I know what you mean about the love/hate relationship with the binder, lol. When I take it off to shower I feel like I instantly blow up like a balloon. As uncomfortable as it is, it's almost a comfort.
I'm glad to hear you went back to work in 2 weeks and did ok. I have 3 weeks off. I had my surgery last Thursday (Dec 9) and I am up and walking and doing motherly duties.
Thanks for contacting me. I hope we keep in touch and I hope your trip across the country was fabulous, I bet everyone loved your new tummy!!
December 19, 2010
hey Nancy your tummy looks really good. I got 4 days to go. yikes
December 20, 2010
Thanks Trena!! All I can say is it was 100% worth it for me. Believe me, I was scared, but the excitement over rode the fear. Good luck and keep us posted!!! You'll be fine!!
December 20, 2010
Wow Nancy, your belly looks great even if it is swollen. You're going to be slimming down in not time. Do you miss your stretch marks? I can't imagine a smooth belly without stretch marks!
December 20, 2010
Hey Orlando 321, thanks for the compliment. I thought the same thing, I'll take swollen ANYDAY!! You can have a smooth belly without stretch marks too!! I never thought I'd see the day. My son is 17 so I've had this tummy for 17 years. It was a GREAT feeling knowing it'd be gone, lol. You're name is ORLANDO 321, I guess you live in Orlando? My plastic surgeon is in Orlando. His name is Dr. Armando Soto, he gives free consultations =)
UPDATED FROM LakeShenandoah
2 weeks post op today. I got my 2nd drain out...
2 weeks post op today. I got my 2nd drain out yesterday. It was painless. I'm still wearing my binder garmer ast tight as possible. I'm feeling great. Shopping for Christmas and taking walks around the neighborhood. I still get tired quicker than normal and my back aches a bit, but nothing terrible. For all you women who are not sure if they should do,I say GO FOR IT!! My expereince was so much more scary in my head than it was in real life. It was SO much easier than I had imagined!!
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December 25, 2010
I have Dr. Soto as my PS as well. I saw him in November for a consult and I go back in March for my second consult. However, I already booked my pre-op and surgery! So excited.
December 26, 2010
I bet you are excited!! My excitement outweighed my fear when it came to surgery day. I was so excited!! It will all be worth it! Good luck! Keep us updated...
Yes, you'll definitely be standing up straight again, but it could be a couple weeks. I'm looking forward to reading more of your story and seeing your pics!