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May need a revision! Waiting for a second opinion!
UPDATED FROM Want to be thin
2 months post
I was disappointed with my appt yesterday I didn't...
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I was disappointed with my appt yesterday I didn't care for the insinuation that I do not exercise and he said it's been 6 months and I just kinda thought he should know when I had my surgery seeing he had the file in front of him! But moving on! I did not go on a fast food binge like I wanted to I came home and worked out on my abs instead! I am at peace now and will see what I feel like in the fall and maybe go to the bigger cities for a couple of second opinions. So good old hard work starts now ...... Thanks for all the support of all the ladies on this site! I know my hubby gets tired of the TT stuff ;0)
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WT
July 13, 2011
Oh NanaMakeover you and Cheryl are good for my soul!! It is so nice to have met some awesome ppl here that don't judge me on my bad/vain days :0) My thighs are an issue for me as well - I have this shape on my hips the it's like the material hits a speed bump and then look out it is a masive hill LOL
One day at a time! I will get my butt busy and see just how much more I can lose! I am down to 5 lbs to get to my 1st goal - this puts my BMI into the normal range for the first time in more yrs then I can remember! Then I don't know what my next goal will be I'm sure it's going to be that last imfamous 10 lbs ;0) but man that feels so good to say. I am so used to saying I need to lose 50 lbs or more so I'll take 10 and run with it. Even if I don't lose another pound I will be happy I just want to get some muscle now!
One day at a time! I will get my butt busy and see just how much more I can lose! I am down to 5 lbs to get to my 1st goal - this puts my BMI into the normal range for the first time in more yrs then I can remember! Then I don't know what my next goal will be I'm sure it's going to be that last imfamous 10 lbs ;0) but man that feels so good to say. I am so used to saying I need to lose 50 lbs or more so I'll take 10 and run with it. Even if I don't lose another pound I will be happy I just want to get some muscle now!
K
July 14, 2011
You know you have come so far and do look amazing. I am sorry though that your having to go through all of this frustration in just needing to be heard by the doctor.
For now just give your mind a rest and remember how far you have come. Focus on the exercise which will help you feel better in many ways. It's a very good stress reliever and will help you.
Keep your before and after pictures in sight and together at all times. Just look at those when you are having a down day and you will see how good you look.
When you are ready to approach a revision or touch up work later on you will be able to gather all of your information on RealSelf once again.
We started a Tummy Tuck Revision Community and I would love to have you visit and post over there when you are ready.
Lots of hugs coming your way:)
HA
July 22, 2011
I LOVE YOUR NEW PICTURES YOU LOOK AMAZING JUST AMAZING!
Wow I haven't wore a bikini in years and women you look HOT!! Sizzle Sizzle Sizzle!!!!! Holy Smoke Batwomen!!!
Wow I haven't wore a bikini in years and women you look HOT!! Sizzle Sizzle Sizzle!!!!! Holy Smoke Batwomen!!!
HA
July 22, 2011
Absolutely YES Wear the bikini you pull it off with flying colors!!! Oh I am SO excited for you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! xoooxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
HA
July 22, 2011
I LOVE YOUR NEW PICTURES YOU LOOK AMAZING JUST AMAZING!
Wow I haven't wore a bikini in years and women you look HOT!! Sizzle Sizzle Sizzle!!!!! Holy Smokes Batwomen!!! I have to say it all twice!!!
Wow I haven't wore a bikini in years and women you look HOT!! Sizzle Sizzle Sizzle!!!!! Holy Smokes Batwomen!!! I have to say it all twice!!!
WT
July 22, 2011
LOL you crack me up and put a smile on my face every time I read something you wrote! You are such a sweetheart!!! I have NEVER wore one! Not sure I'll have the guts but now matter I bought like 4 of them LOL - I appreciate the vote of confidence.
CS
July 22, 2011
Whoo hoo! 4 bikinis - just 3 more & you will have one for each day of the week - LOL. You look fabulous!!!!!
WT
July 22, 2011
I didn't have the guts at 20 not sure I'll have it at 40+ but campsite is very treed so can wear it there without anyone seeing me :0) You guys make me feel so good about me! I was having a really bad day and you 2 just make me smile! Thank you.
CS
July 22, 2011
Now, if campsite very treed & the kids weren't along, you wouldn't require any bikini. Something I always wanted to try, but never had the courage - LOL. You will rock the campsite!
WT
July 22, 2011
You freaking crack me up Cheryl!!! I have not even been brave enough to think of the later! You are forever an awesome support and friend and so good for my heart! Pack you bikini and come join us for your days off this week!
CS
July 23, 2011
Oh, I'd so love to! My granddaughter said her mom is thinking of trip to Canada and I have been talking for a couple years, so maybe in the horizon I will actually make it! It's top of my life bucket list!!
UPDATED FROM Want to be thin
2 months post
Belly button is good now - wish they would have...
Belly button is good now - wish they would have told me 3 weeks ago to use polly :0D
I just find it sad that I have to block my number so that the receptionist will answer the phone. Really makes me feel unimportant when I've only had 2 concerns since my surgery it's not like I was calling every day!
I do have an appt on Tues to have a chat with PS about the amount of loose skin I still have. I don't know how to broach all of it. When I look back at the pics I have lots of bruises where he did the lipo so why didn't I have any on the abdomen where it was supposed to be done (that was the decision between lipo or muscle tightening) I know I look better then where I started but I am dissappointed with how much skin I can still grab on my abdomen.
Any ideas would be helpful.
I just find it sad that I have to block my number so that the receptionist will answer the phone. Really makes me feel unimportant when I've only had 2 concerns since my surgery it's not like I was calling every day!
I do have an appt on Tues to have a chat with PS about the amount of loose skin I still have. I don't know how to broach all of it. When I look back at the pics I have lots of bruises where he did the lipo so why didn't I have any on the abdomen where it was supposed to be done (that was the decision between lipo or muscle tightening) I know I look better then where I started but I am dissappointed with how much skin I can still grab on my abdomen.
Any ideas would be helpful.
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UPDATED FROM Want to be thin
2 months post
Well polly worked well to clear up my belly button...
Well polly worked well to clear up my belly button issue. Now if I didn't feel so unimportant at the PS office. Have to actually block my number for them to answer my calls that is absolutely rude considering I've only called a couple times with legitement concerns.
I do have an appt with the PS tomorrow to discuss the loose skin I still have. I also have a question about the lipo - I was supposed to have lipo of the abdomen but I had no bruising like I did everywhere else? (I had to choose between lipo or muscle tightening)
I do have an appt with the PS tomorrow to discuss the loose skin I still have. I also have a question about the lipo - I was supposed to have lipo of the abdomen but I had no bruising like I did everywhere else? (I had to choose between lipo or muscle tightening)
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S
July 11, 2011
Hi Linda thanks so much for your positive comments, its good to hear from another ex smoker, I'm sure there must be more of us but maybe because it is considered a taboo fewer people actually admit to it. I've just checked out your piccies and profile, you look amazing, well done you for losing all that weight!! How is the belly button btw, any better yet?
CS
July 11, 2011
Edmonton, I'm wishing you the best at your PS appointment tomorrow. You deserve fully what you paid for! Go girl!
WT
July 11, 2011
Hey Cheryl thanks wanna come with me tomorrow? LOL I could use a translator ;0) I was about to reply to you email.
CS
July 11, 2011
Edmonton, I'd love to! Hide the cute little kitty, might want to take it home with me, LOL. My thoughts will definitely be there with you!!!
WT
July 11, 2011
Really having troubles getting my pics to post today for some reason. I am curious if I'm being overly critical or if I should just be saying good I got rid of the apron? I don't know. This just isn't what I was expecting for a end result. Did your PS explain to you that you would not have a tight tummy?
CS
July 11, 2011
My PS did, in so many words. He said several times I would have loose skin around the incision area. The upper ab area he refused to lipo, which sucked. And of course no back body lift with the thighs. My biggest regret is not showing the entire me at initial consult and asking what he could do or not do. Also, there are no naked photos of the whole me - so if I am successful at getting it all done, there won't be the entire before/after photos to demonstrate the difference once all procedures done.
I don't think we really discussed 'tight', just that I was ready for pannus removal & at that time, that was all I cared about. Absolutely threw myself for a loop after TT when I started looking at results here on RealSelf of the other procedures and all of a sudden wanted more.
I'm with you on tighter, I can do the same thing to myself. How do we know how much is swelling or just plain looseness. If I started back at gym and specifically working core, would that improve it? Those are questions I currently have - or will I always be loose without a revision tummy tuck.
I don't think we really discussed 'tight', just that I was ready for pannus removal & at that time, that was all I cared about. Absolutely threw myself for a loop after TT when I started looking at results here on RealSelf of the other procedures and all of a sudden wanted more.
I'm with you on tighter, I can do the same thing to myself. How do we know how much is swelling or just plain looseness. If I started back at gym and specifically working core, would that improve it? Those are questions I currently have - or will I always be loose without a revision tummy tuck.
CS
July 11, 2011
Edmonton, if I had one critisim of PS sites, it would be that they do not show before/after of the unique or different, or showing us during consult photos on a web site, such as RealSelf of what we could realistically expect with our body type. You do not see PS sites showing incisions, just the bikinis on demonstrating how the incision is covered. They do not show the drain tubes, swell hell, or talk about itching, incisions weeping, sunbathing, etc. I looked pregnant that first week & thought that was how I was going to look. It was later I was told about RealSelf by PS. I understand need to show beauty and what they can do with the average patient as that is where majority of money is, but I'd like to see an "other" where they demonstrate the rare, unique or non-average, with various age levels, if only just to see their true level of skill. Some patients might not want to know or see, but I do. I can still visualize a manuel/pamphlet that does all that...
K
July 13, 2011
Keep spreading the good word about RealSelf ladies:) I want all women and men going through these procedures to know about this site prior to surgery so that we can help support and educate them in advance.
Keep spreading the word.
WT
July 13, 2011
Oh you can bet your little tummy ;0) I wish I had found this site long before my tummy tuck I would never have chosen my PS but I am happy with what I got and will go some day down the road and get a revision with a PS that cares about what I want. I love this site for support and info and would recommend it to anyone wanting any type of elective surgery!
Thank you ladies for all the support you've give me the last 3 months. I need to move forward in a positive head space and work out my abs to the point of a 6 pack and see where I am after 6 months or so.
Thank you ladies for all the support you've give me the last 3 months. I need to move forward in a positive head space and work out my abs to the point of a 6 pack and see where I am after 6 months or so.
CS
July 13, 2011
Edmonton, you're on your way - you've "come a long way baby" and will see it thru. Take care over there in Canada!
I have even noticed, in the last couple of weeks, a few changes in parts of my body that didn't have surgery. The extra skin that hangs over my bra (right behind my armpit) doesn't seem as bad. The backs of my thighs are shifting -- for the better -- even a little bit.
I didn't have any lipo either. Doc said not a good idea on abdomen when doing a TT (safety & healing issues) and thought my skin might dimple too much if I got it in my thighs. My leg skin is pretty crepey at this point, so not sure what can be done. If any part of my body still really bothers me, it's my thighs. They just seem too big for my body. I'll give it a year & see how my excercise affects them. I still have another 10 pounds to go too. Those stupid infamous 10 pounds.