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Unhappy and Depressed

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I had my ftt on 5/15/07 and my scar is horribly...

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I had my ftt on 5/15/07 and my scar is horribly high and very uneven. I am either gaining back my tummy fat or have developed ibs since surgery. My tummy swells to the point where I am asked if I am pregnant after I eat or drink anything. No soda just water or juice drinks. I knew that I would have a scar but I thought that it would be a bikini cut, it is so high that one side can even be seen with my jeans on. I can fill that my muscles were tightened on lipo was done due to the soreness, but my tummy is no where near flat now although it was flatter 2mths post op. It is also hard and dimpley. Anyone else still swollen after 4 to 5 months post op? I am starting to get depressed due to my results. Should I still be wearing a girdle of some kind. My surgeon said I didn't have to after my 6wk check up.

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cindy I had my tummy tuck on Aug-27-07 im stil a bit swelled also. My scar was high on one side and I was worried. In my papers my Dr. gave me, it told me to expect asymatry of the scar and it would even out. Thank goodness it has. Also my Dr. instructed me to do scar massage 2 times a day with any kind of oil (I use vitamin e oil) just apply and massage the scar for 2 min the oil is to make it easier to slide your fingers accros the scar. Wash it off and then use a silicone sheeting. compresion of the scar is the key to make it heal and almost go away. Try Biodermis Silicone sheets. It is pricy but well worth it my scar is healing beautifuly. You may get the sheets at www.biodermis.com I have the 11by16 sheet so I may get more use out of it. Just cut what you need to cover the scar. Instructions come with it how to use. Also get a body shaper at walmart it will help with the swelling. I had to havee 20cc asperated on my last apt because I did to much bending to soon. Make sure you dont have fluid build up a Seroma. I hope this helps you and others.
I wonder why you procedure was so much cheaper that everyone else do you feel tha played a part in you being unhappy. I would jump at the chance to have this done for less that 4000 but if its not worth for you i may need to opt out of the bargin shopping and just go w/a good doctor
you realy need to do your homework before you choose a docter! My scar is perfect and so low i can wear a low bikini and you can't see it at all. plus my scar is so line its almost gone. If you are totally unhappy i would search for a good docter and just have it redone.
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hi itchazi, i am considering a tummy tuck. would u mind recommending ur doc to me? thanks alot.
Hi itchasiti! I'm looking for a good dr. Who's your dr and where is he located. Thanks
please let me know where you got your tuck done by which doc and how much it was thank u x
I'm 3 months post op and I still have swelling. I had an appointment last week and they told me after 6 months your only about 80% toward final result. Final result could take close to a year. Sometimes they "forget" to tell you that pre surgery. I have not been wearing a compression garment since six weeks post-op but it was also recommended, along with massage to reduce swelling. Good Luck.
As for the Tummy Tuck - all I can say is that it takes AT LEAST, AT LEAST, let me say it again, AT LEAST 1 year to see final results. BTW, during that year there will be pain, swelling and general discomfort that will decrease as time goes on. Tummy Tuck - no quick fix and only worth it if you really, really, really, dislike your present abdominal situation. Major surgery not to be taken lightly. All the best.
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