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26yo Female, 2 Kids. Lipo to Abdomen, Flanks, Back with Skin Excision. Fat Transfer to Buttocks..AND Rhinoplasty! - Wilmette, IL

UPDATED FROM Haley26
6 days post

my stomach looks like im bloaded.

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Haley26March 5, 2014
WORTH IT$7,250
I know it's been only 6 days since having liposuction to the abdomen, flanks, and back with removing excess skin. But my stomach is so swollen. Under my suit I have to wear a inch thick foam pad that covets my entire stomach, I'm assuming so it doesn't rub against my stitches. Does anyone know how long it takes for the liposuction swelling to go down.
And.....i have not gone number 2 yet. anyone have any good tips to make me have a bowel movement.......????? I go to the doctor tomorrow and he is removing my nose cast but I would like to have gone number 2 till them. Guess that will be my goal lol hahahaha.

Haley26's provider

Mark Zukowski, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Iambrithisisme
March 5, 2014
I'm still super swollen from my lipo and no bowel movement either. I have returned to work and feel so uncomfortable I am also about 6 days post op too. It has been a struggle to recover. Please let me know if you get any tips on the bowel movement. I called and spoke to the nurse at my PS and they are saying the laxative is just too strong right now.
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Haley26
March 5, 2014
I'll definitely let you know what the doctor says. I was reading a lot and I guess pain meds interfere with bowel movements. So stop taking them as soon as you can. I'll write you later though and let you know what I find out. I'm am just going to keep with lots of liquids and water. I had pizza yesterday but then I thought, why the hell are you eating [RS bleep] food when your goal is to make your stomach flat?! So soft foods and I hope all goes well. Work called me today asking when I'm returning...I said Monday the 10th, hope I can. I am in sales and really don't feel like being happy and selling anything lol
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Iambrithisisme
March 5, 2014
Yes I stop taking the pain pills as of today. I do administrative work at my desk but I don't feel like being nice haha but I'm trying. My family ordered pizza when they were taking care of me and guess what I was eating? Soup lol. When they ordered Chinese food that's where they crossed the line. I had a small bowl of chicken fried rice lol. But I'm definitely portioning my food but I didn't do all this for nothing. I can't wait to start working out. I wish us the best in healing!!!
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Haley26
March 5, 2014
Ugh I know, I hear ya with all the ordering out.....with the swelling, procedure and money spe t right now, I really hope women realize liposuction is not for weight loss. if I so rather just go to the gym then have to deal with this but my case is different just because of that excess saggy skin. I hope I just get my flat tummy back and I saw your new swim suit, it's gorgeous!!! I can't wait to find myself a sexy bikini. Your results look so great already though! Major change, I'm happy for u and yes best of luck to both of us
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Iambrithisisme
March 5, 2014
Thank you!!! I hope you find that bathing suit you are looking for. I've seen a lot of horror stories on real self especially from women that over weight and expect to get the "ideal results' but this surgery was not made for weight loss at all. Just to touch up those stubborn fatty pockets. But your results are coming a long nicely. I definitely see a flat tummy for you.
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jadestone
March 13, 2014
omg hope you are well!
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Callee
March 14, 2014
How are you doing??? I am getting pretty much the same thing you just had in April, but no fat transfer... I don't think they will do that on old girls like me:)Let us know you are alive:)
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Haley26
March 17, 2014
Callee, im doing good. swelling has gone down alot on my tummy and back. i ended up not getting the fat transfer....i figured just get rid of it lol. but all is well so far. nose is pretty swollen still
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Callee
March 17, 2014
I am glad you are doing okay!! I remember when I had my nose done I had to pinch it and count to twenty 5 times a day. It forms your nose and helps it be thin... However that maybe way old school today:) I know you are going to look amazing!
DinaCoach
April 10, 2014
I'm having my nose done this Saturday. I'm very scared.... How does your look
UPDATED FROM Haley26
4 days post

new stomach 4 days post op

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Haley26March 3, 2014
Stomach looks good so far. He fixed up my wrinkly belly button yay!

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Iambrithisisme
March 3, 2014
You look wonderful!!!
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Jerseygirl1983
March 4, 2014
Coming along nicely!
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Haley26
March 5, 2014
Thanks Jerseygirl, I just wish I could fast forward like 2 months so I could see the results more accurately
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4 days post

4 days post op

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Haley26March 3, 2014
Can't feel any pain because I am so bandaged up in this suit

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