EllaMuRo2012

Finally Committed to Having my Tummy Tuck - San Jose, CA

Thanks Ladies! I really appreciate the feedback. I have a follow up appt with my PS and will ask him then. In the meantime I have been putting natural aloe vera leaves and they have definitely improved the puffiness of the scar. :)

Treating of tummy tuck scars - Hi Everyone, I had a quick question regarding when you started treating your tummy tuck scar and what you are using. I am 14 days post op and I purchased silicone scar sheets as well as scarguard. I haven't used anything yet because I want to ensure my incision is closed but I am eager to start treating to minimize as much as possible. Thx!

Thanks Ramseur really appreciate the kind words. I spoke to my PS this evening and he was reassuring that he would correct the problem. I have an appt with him tomorrow so hopefully he will examine and make a decision as to how to go about the revision. Wish me luck. :)

Hi Ladies...I am 10 days PO today (Surg date was 3/30) and back at work! I actually feel good, physically. I have been sitting at my desk for most of the day catching up on emails. I have been drinking a lot of water since my surgery about 70-80oz a day and while it is a major pain to pee every hour I really think it has helped with my recovery. My drains were removed on 4/4 and I haven't had swelling or really anything since then. I clean my bb with gauze every morning and put a breathable bandage so it does not rub with my CG. Overall, I am very happy with my decision to move forward with my TT but I am having an issue with the symmetry of my belly button. I haven't posted any pictures of my results because of this issue. Now that the swelling is down it is clear that my bb is not centered. Everything else looks great but this is a let down. I have to say my PS and his staff have been great and I believe this was a genuine mistake. I was very emotional about it last night and finally broke down. My husband was so concerned for me...he was really upset about the whole situation. I felt terrible I worried him. I sent an email to my PS last night with a picture and have a follow up appt tomorrow. I need support ladies...feeling really really down. Anyone else know of or in a similar situation? A believe a revision is in my near future...I just don't know that I have it in me to go through all this again! **Sigh**

Good stuff Alli...I am trying to take them only at night before bed and once in the afternoon if it is absolutely needed. Hang in there and happy recovery.