I'm 24 days post op - drainless tummy tuck. A couple things I'd like to mention: Dr. Aloor is one of the most gentle and caring physicians I've ever had. I've had to go in a couple times to have fluid drained, and he's arranged to meet me at his office on days he wasn't scheduled to be in the office to be sure that my post-surgery care was done well, rather than referring me to the ER or an urgent care. Ahead of the surgery, I was nervous and irritable, and the office staff was patient and kind to me. My situation turned out to be unique - I'd never had a twilight procedure done before and as it turns out I'm not a good candidate for it. Despite a double dose of Xanax and Oxy I was awake, alert and coherent during the procedure. THIS IS NOT NORMAL - so don't worry. I've run into other drugs over the years that have no effect on me, so I'm adding Xanax to that list. The staff was excellent during the surgery with keeping me engaged in conversation and distracted and were kind enough to honor my request for mid-procedure pictures!
I had three children and had weight loss surgery and well let's just say my tummy what hanging south lol I looked up local PS and his name Came up. Had my PC doctors give me a referral and that was it. Dr Aloor is awesome, kind and very caring even had another two surgeries from him and I am very pleased..
Hello, Hello, Hello!! Finally, I decided to get my sexy on. 38yr old mother of 2 (16,1), yes you read the ages correctly. I decided on my procedure after my son when I hit my heaviest of 220lbs at 5'2, n my "extra baggage" seemed to just hang around even more. I love all the reviews n support received on here, especially for this long journey. Procedure complete, now the struggle begins. Updated on 2 Apr 2013: Saw my full results for the first time, IMPRESSED.com, Drains removed also yesterday. Feels funny to look straight down, lol. Also able to do more moving around n able to get up on my own .. Posting pix shortly !! HAPPY HEALING Updated on 2 Apr 2013: Noticed more swelling today but I moved around alot also as u can see in the pix.Ordered my new CG that will feel better than the binder u get at the hospital . Will keep u gals updated Updated on 4 Apr 2013: Hello RS crew!! I'm up n can't sleep, can't get comfy n it's still hard to sleep on my sides. I've been up since like 2, channel surfing. Been having the pins n needles feeling most of the day n still very swollen BUT no regrets. I will say its the best feeling to look down n not see anything but flatness and not have to pull my panties over the excess baggage, lol. It feels so much better w/out the drains and I'm moving a little better but still not able to stand straight. Patience is key as I have learned on here. Glad to be on the flat side, HAPPY HEALING LADIES!! Updated on 8 Apr 2013: Hello!!! Two weeks PO tomorrow n I go back to work gladly!! Eat to much sitting home!! LoL I'm healing well, Dr says I should be fine, just don't overdo it. Just went n bought some flowing tops so I can wear my binder comfortably n keep the office chatter to a minimum on my new look, I work with a bunch of busy bodies. All in all I feel good just still very swollen especially my lower abdomen n flanks. Was it worth it??, heck yea!! I've always put everyone before me n I've even postponed my surgery but this time I was like ITS ABOUT ME and having me feel confident and doing something for myself! Do it ladies, don't think twice, COME ON OVER TO THE FLAT SIDE! Will post some pix later, Happy Healing Updated on 9 Apr 2013: Well today was my first day back to work, it was soso bc I just couldn't get comfy in my chair so my super went and got me one of the high back boardroom chairs which felt alot better. I got up n down as much as I could to keep blood flowing but man oh man was it rough. Plus the first day back to work ANYTIME is always the hardest, lol. Ladies when 4pm hit n I got to my car I let that binder go, WHEEEEEEW what a relief bc I was super swollen n had had it on since 6:30am. I really wish I had just stayed out the rest of the week but duty calls. So needless to say I'm in SWELL HELL now, hubby opened the front door n escorted me right upstairs, no argument from me I was ready to relax with my feet up. Ladies enjoy this down time bc we know its back to reality once we heal, BUT will look sexy n flat cooking n cleaning .. LoL. Well I'm about to get ready for day2 so I can go back to relaxing, just wanted to updated my RS fam. Also I finally took the tape off my BB, little gross to me but I know I'm fresh outta recovery, attached a pix Updated on 11 Apr 2013: 3rd day back to work and I swear it gets easier n easier! Swelling still present but expected. 16 days PO N loving the results so far. I still can't fit clothes so that's kinda blah but I know when I do, there is no turning back..lol.. When they say this is a process IT'S THE TRUTH!!!! Happy Healing Ladies!!! Updated on 13 Apr 2013: So I learn something new everyday. If you eat too much after a TT, it is the most uncomfortable feeling!! U literally, well I literally feel like I'm about to pop n my stomach protruded a little and I didn't really feel it until I went to stand up. So def have to watch portion control thru this and you should anyways bc who wants to throw money away. I have been taking a multi vitamin and 2 vitamin c's a day and I can tell a big difference in my healing process. Most PS recommend Vitamin C to aid in healing at least 1000 cc's a day. I'm loving my new look but can't wait for healing process so I can begin working out again or at least walking which I'm gonna start next week. I have to post pix n I am soon, I just forget to take an early morning one with no swelling, not really a morning person so a pix is the last thing that crosses my mind, lol.. I'll check back in later. :-) Updated on 17 Apr 2013: Hi RS Fam!!! Been hella busy tryna get some OT to start me a new wardrobe.. Swelling has gone done tremendously, now I will say the lower abdomen looks deformed bc the swelling is going down in certain areas and not all at once. Other than swelling I feel really good, unless I keep my binder off to long which I try not to do for too long. My scar is healing really well but my lipo area is still swollen. Still not fully upright if I sit to long but I'm moving a lot better. Doc says not to force myself up, I will get there eventually. Wanted to drop in and give an update and post a few pix. Happy Healing
I was scared at first, but I hated looking at myself in the mirror. The more pictures I took of myself, the more disgusted I become. Stress started to kick in about my appearance. I decided to do something about my stomach! Even though I had my tummy tuck done two weeks and some days ago....I'm seeing a big difference and so far very satisfied! My life has already changed because I'm happy to see all that access fat gone. Now I can work on getting the rest of my body in shape. I tried many exercises and diet regimens for over 15 years and couldn't get rid of my stomach.
my best friend had a tummy tuck she had a belly the size of a 6 month pregnant person and just having her surgery in the begining of may now has a stomach unbelievable.I have a roll at the top and one at the bottom and really nervous that it's not gonna turn out as good as I want it to. I wanted this surgery for a few years now. Updated on 7 Aug 2012: It has been four days since my surgery.Thank god for my oldest daughter she has been a huge help.There's noway anyone could have this surgery with out someone 24/7 each day it gets easier today I go to the doctor for the first time since my surgery.. I am hoping I get the tubes out that's one of the worst things about this surgery I can't believe how bruised most of my body is . Make sure you deff take your meds right on time.Cause the pain sneeks up on you quickly
Was supposed to receive full tummy tuck, muscle repair n Mons lift. Dr. Ravi Aloor said I'd be flat with only one procedure. After loosing 150lB's I was so excited to have this done. Sx was Feb 12 again Dr. Said I'd be flat. After I woke up from sx I knew something wasn't right I had no pain in my upper stomach where I supposed to have muscle repair n I still felt the rolls. I was panicking n crying. When I called Dr. He said I was being unreasonable.
