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Abdominoplasty - Pittsburgh, PA
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6 week post op photos posted. I have been using...
Real TrapMay 23, 2012
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6 week post op photos posted. I have been using scarguard, scar away patches and roll on silicone massaging pen. So far so good!
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Well I'm in my 5th week. I feel back to normal....
Real TrapMay 8, 2012
well I'm in my 5th week. I feel back to normal. About a week ago I did fall and had an accident. The top of my abdomen was extremely swollen. I was worried a stitch had popped but I figured I would give it some time to see if the swelling would resolve before I became frantic. About 4-5 days later the swelling was down alot. It did set me back though.
However, now it's not swollen anymore and I feel perfectly fine. I am swelling a bit but I stopped taking the arnica tablets. I bought more and started taking them again.
At this point, I am very cautious and afraid to pull or push anything so I avoid it still. I have taken the binder off a few times to see how it felt and it was more of an unusual feeling more than anything. It wasn't painful, and I didn't fell like everything was unsupported like I did a few weeks ago when it was off. But it is more comfortable to wear it while walking.
I haven't used my wedge for about two weeks, and I have been sleeping on my stomach for about 2 1/2 - 3 weeks. I can't sleep on my back it drives me INSANE!
I had my two lymphatic massages, which helped tremendously with the swelling!!!
All in all, everything feels completely back to normal. My scar isn't as raised as it was a few weeks ago but it is red still, which i'm sure is to be expected. Some parts of my scar are thick and other parts are fine line thin... I'm not sure why....
I did start scar therapy once I was allowed to remove my steri strips at week 4. I have already noticed a tremendous difference in the appearance of my scar. I'm using scar guard right now, but i'm going to also incorporate vitamin E massages and silicone strips too. I plan on purchasing them this friday.
My next appointment with the Dr. is next Wednesday.
However, now it's not swollen anymore and I feel perfectly fine. I am swelling a bit but I stopped taking the arnica tablets. I bought more and started taking them again.
At this point, I am very cautious and afraid to pull or push anything so I avoid it still. I have taken the binder off a few times to see how it felt and it was more of an unusual feeling more than anything. It wasn't painful, and I didn't fell like everything was unsupported like I did a few weeks ago when it was off. But it is more comfortable to wear it while walking.
I haven't used my wedge for about two weeks, and I have been sleeping on my stomach for about 2 1/2 - 3 weeks. I can't sleep on my back it drives me INSANE!
I had my two lymphatic massages, which helped tremendously with the swelling!!!
All in all, everything feels completely back to normal. My scar isn't as raised as it was a few weeks ago but it is red still, which i'm sure is to be expected. Some parts of my scar are thick and other parts are fine line thin... I'm not sure why....
I did start scar therapy once I was allowed to remove my steri strips at week 4. I have already noticed a tremendous difference in the appearance of my scar. I'm using scar guard right now, but i'm going to also incorporate vitamin E massages and silicone strips too. I plan on purchasing them this friday.
My next appointment with the Dr. is next Wednesday.
Replies (3)
May 9, 2012
Thanks, I have some really swollen moments trust me. LOL I take my pics in the morning when everything looks great. By the end of the night it's major swell hell. The bromeline and arcana montana pills & gel really help I think
May 9, 2012
You look Fab! Can you recommend your Massage Therapist? Thanks so much:) Amy
May 9, 2012
Thanks! She was in the same office my PS owns. Aestique I can't find any other lymphatic massage people that worked in offices around the area. I'm sure you can call and schedule her at their shadyside or greensburg office. I'm actually going to call and see if I can set an appointment for another.
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