I had lapband in 2011, successfully lost and have kept off 125lbs. My starting weight was 303. Since then I have become a gym freak, going 5-6 days a week as well as doing cross fit 3 nights a week. However, the sagging skin remains. I have worked so hard for so long. Ready for my Panniculectomy!!
Updated on 20 Mar 2017:
I have my 2nd surgical consult tomorrow to discuss and schedule my surgery!! Panniculectomy here I come! Although, I have to admit that some of the reviews I have read are making me a Lil more nervous. In reality any kind of surgery is a serious procedure with all kinds of different risks. It's definitely worth taking in my eyes!
Updated on 21 Mar 2017:
So I got some disappointing news at first today, that Ins. will only pay for the removal of skin below my belly button. I would still be left with the sagging skin above it as you can see from my photos. That top part still hangs over my jeans. Dr U suggested having it done anyway so that I would be completely satisfied with the results.. although I agree, that means coming up with an extra $1200. I don't just have that lying around so I was trying to prepare myself that I was not going to have a surgery date as of yet. However, my husband who would do anything to make me happy told Dr. U and I to schedule and he would have the $ needed for the entire procedure! Although I'm extremely happy, I'm also feeling a bit selfish!! But ???? APRIL 10th it is!!
Updated on 31 Mar 2017:
As I wait for my surgery day I'm getting more nervous. I'm not excited about drain tubes and being laid up, I'm used to being on the go all the time. I have surgery in 10 DAYS!! I'm so excited for the results but have to get past the yucky stuff first. I am continuing to hit the gym hard for the next little while since I'm not going to be able to exercise for a while and that is killing me. Hopefully the results are going to be worth the down time and all the things I'm going to miss while recovering.
Updated on 5 Apr 2017:
So I go for pre-op testing tomorrow... blood work and EKG. It's getting real now! More nervous with each passing day! I have moments of complete excitement and moments of extreme terror where my stomach hurts. So ready for this regardless!
Updated on 7 Apr 2017:
Got the call today to be at the Hospital at 11a.m. Monday morning! Said all my c-ya laters to my boss and co-workers, hit the gym this morning for the last time till I'm released, and heading out to get a few necessities that I have been told to get. EMOTIONS ARE RUNNING HIGH!!!????????????????????
Updated on 10 Apr 2017:
Headed to the hospital now with my goofball husband. He's getting a week off from work thanks to me... Bahahaha so this no make-up, no hairspray, and no food or drink is for the birds!!! Update y'all later!!
Updated on 11 Apr 2017:
So, I'm good. Surgery took forever and scared jason to death lol. I ended up not going back until 3 and rolled into recovery at about 7:30. The pain so far is not a problem but I'm sure when I get home that will change. However, I have gotten up 1time to go p and I'll tell ya I'd rather just put on a diaper Bahahaha it was that bad. Dr U did tell my mom that he loved the outcome and thinks I am going to be so pleased. I'll post pics tomorrow!
Updated on 12 Apr 2017:
First post surgical check up today! All looks well. I don't have to wear the binder anymore. I do feel a lil exposed without it though. I am hoping I can get some sleep now. Haven't had any of that in days. Still real sore but no actual pain as I would call it. Updates again later! ????
Updated on 13 Apr 2017:
Not much soreness today, I am however getting tired of laying around. I may venture out to the grocery store today. Everything is going well.
Updated on 16 Apr 2017:
HAPPY EASTER! I got up went to church and to few other places. Drain tubes were strategically hidden and no one noticed!!! I however am worn slap out now! As far as an update goes.... I'm feeling better, sleeping a lot better for 2 nights now and have only been taking IBUPROFEN FOR THE PAST 3 days. I am so thankful! Recovery is going great and I am so happy this far with the results even though I'm still extremely swollen and have only been out of surgery for 6 days! Yay!!
Updated on 18 Apr 2017:
So my surgeon was extremely satisfied with my results so far. He couldn't believe it's only been 8 days. He said I'm healing like it's it been 3 weeks. That made me happy! I am released to drive and go back to work. I have my drains out on Monday!!!! Woo Hoo!
Updated on 23 Apr 2017:
Tomorrow it will be 2 weeks post - op.... I get my drains out at 9!!!! I'm so ready to get rid of these things. I will be put in a compression garment for the next while. Like the results so far but hoping some of the puffiness on my sides is still swelling and not permanent. I'll post updated pics tomorrow.
Updated on 27 Apr 2017:
Got my drains out Monday and let me just tell ya... IT WAS NOT FUN TIMES!!!!!! I am very glad to be rid of them. Went back to work that afternoon was a lil sore but nothing I can't handle! I am literally dying to get back in the gym. Patience though right? 3 weeks post-op coming up Monday!!!
Updated on 2 May 2017:
So yesterday was 3 weeks post-op...Today I went for a check up and the Dr released me to FULL ACTIVE DUTY!! I don't have to go back unless I feel I need to. I am one happy girl! I still have to wear the compression garment for 3 more weeks but as of this coming Monday I can hit the gym No Holds Barred!!!!! EXCITED is not even the word for me right now! Hope everyone is healing well!!
Updated on 9 May 2017:
I hit the gym yesterday for the first time. I'm feeling it today! Love that sore feeling though. I got some work to do since I've been out 4 weeks but I am ready for it!