So after reading and searching I finally decided to do this. I went to several consults in the DFW area and of course they recommend a tummy tuck. Rt I know that would be the best thing for me but I just can't financially afford it plus I don't have the time required for healing. I have lost about 75lbs and currently weight 213 believe it or not but I still look like I'm +250!???? I've charged my full abdominal lipo and waist on my Care Credit. I'll be flying to San Diego on the 13th and hopefully changing my life and appearance for the good on the 14th! To say I'm nervous is an understatement but it's charged and flight is booked so no turning back! I'll be in touch as time nears and can't wait to see what happens... Updated on 15 Dec 2016: 1st let say the pain I experienced was like nothing I could have prepared for!! Omg I think I got at least 3-4 more numbing meds but it was awful! I guess I have to take full responsibility bc I couldn't take anymore and I cried and had fits of rage throughout the procedure so therefore it was cut short. I'm so fearful I have a botched job bc I look horrible and waay bigger than before! I'm nervous and just worried bc my fold is so much bigger and I can't see my kitty. Please tell me it will get better and I may not look like the women in the pictures but I'll at least look 50% better... f/u this morning bc I'm going back to TX Friday... oh I had minor leakage which is a concern... pics are 1 day post op so beware Updated on 20 Dec 2016: No change... only getting worse! I do massages and wear my garments... can't wear pants that are not elastic... I'm so damn pissed and sick behind this! Updated on 27 Dec 2016: Well the bruising is gone but the swelling is still in full force. I feel fine but my stomach is hard and lumpy. I didn't take pics of my back bc it's a waste and will only make me feel worse. I really feel terrible and I could have used the money on something else... #depressed Updated on 3 Jan 2017: So I saw the doctor on Friday and he did an ultrasound rather than needle drainage. Obviously this is what I needed bc the next day I felt great and actually looked at myself in the mirror without major cringes.. Still super swollen and hard at lower abdomen but I see a difference now!! Not looking for a 6pk just don't want 4 stomachs either... feeling better now! TYJ Updated on 8 Jul 2017: I fucked up! Lesson truely learned. Swelling is obv here to stay and I still look a hot mess! #fullofregrets Updated on 8 Jul 2017: Well I looked at before pics and now and I see a diff but just not wth I expected..Still say its not worth just save for tummy tuck and exercise shoot