I had my bodytite procedure done this past monday (6/17) on my abdomen and flanks. I was led to believe the recovery wasn't going to be as significant as it is, but none-the-less I chose to have this done so I have to deal with it now. (lol) The first day was okay, the second day was the worst, and it has gotten better with each day since. I am still extremely numb around my abdomen, sore, and itchy. I am a little discouraged with how things turned out, as I didn't expect this much discomfort, but I am hanging in there. My surgeon is very responsive, so that helps a lot.
Updated on 22 Jun 2019:
Here are before and 4 days after photos for my bodytite procedure. I am still pretty swollen and my stomach is very numb. Although its only 4 days I can see a difference in my waist already. Looking forward to seeing more progress as the days continue.
Updated on 24 Jun 2019:
I'm one week post-op and I have an appointment with my surgeon tomorrow to have my stitches removed. (ouch?) I feel like I'm a little more swollen today than I was when the last picture was taken, but hopefully that will start to dissipate soon. Still numb/uncomfortable .. Especially within the time that I'm showering and not wearing my compression garment, but definitely not as bas as the first couple days!
Updated on 1 Jul 2019:
So I’m 2 weeks P/O! Still swollen, still numb. Had a lymphatic drainage massage done and that helped sooo much. I’ll be going back for more of those. Just kind of taking it a day at a time. Went to a 2-day concert outside in the sun and with thousands of people around and it was okay. I’m getting better!
Updated on 12 Jul 2019:
I'm actually about to be 4 weeks post op, so this is a little late. Still feel numb and uncomfortable. I've been getting lymphatic massages which definitely help the uncomfortability. Getting there. Pictures are before, one week, two weeks, and 3 weeks.
Updated on 30 Jul 2019:
I am now six weeks post op (as of yesterday.) I am pretty much good to go in terms of moving around etc. I am still numb and swollen - the swelling is annoying me the most. I can’t tell what I actually look like because of the swelling. Getting there slowly but surely.
Updated on 6 Aug 2019:
I was 7 weeks PO yesterday and I went for a check up today. Had to get cortisone shots in a couple spots with he’d lumps that haven’t dissolved, but all in all doing well. I was reminded that the feeling may not come back for up to 6 months and to be patient!