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43-year old mom getting an extensive mommy makeover 5’9 175lbs Mentor 175cc implants
UPDATED FROM Mymothersbod
3 months post
Old Navy Size 6
MymothersbodMay 17, 2018
$47,000
With all hat has transpired, I refused to buy new clothes until I could get through this trial, however, I was standing in a grocery store recently reading a cereal label and my pants fell down to my ankles! I’d taken to wearing suspenders under my clothes and the clips gave way. I ran over to Old Navy and tried on smaller pants/shorts having no idea what size I am. Turns out, I’m a size 6 or an 8 now! I was a solid 12 before surgery. I’ve even gained weight since the surgery because I’m restricted from sweating which would further impede wound healing. No workouts, no walking. I initially lost 16 lbs after surgery and have gained back 5 lbs.
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UPDATED FROM Mymothersbod
2 months post
Skin rash after silicone tape left on for 24 hours
MymothersbodApril 25, 2018
I was lazy and didn’t remove my silicone tape after the surgeon’s recommended 12 hours. I developed a red, itchy rash, but only on my breasts. Has anyone else experienced this?
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April 26, 2018
shoot! Is that common? Did it go away on it's own? I hope so! You don't need anything else happen with all you've dealt with your TT incision!
April 27, 2018
it looks like it’s just localized to that area and it should fade away soon. are you allowed to use any Benadryl cream or hydrocortisone on it for relief? I’ve never gotten a rash from the silicone but after I stopped using scar treatments with silicone in them and then started again I noticed my scars get red and irritated. some people don’t react well to silicone I’m guessing :/
April 28, 2018
ugh, it got worse..partly because I can’t stop scratching. I was cleared to use hydrocortisone cream today and hope it will help. I’m taking Benedryl as well. still not relieved l!
May 14, 2018
Hello- yes I am highly allergic to surgical tape. I discovered this allergy after developing a rash on my arm once after wearing Steri-Strips for about a week. with my first tummy tuck surgery I remembered to tell my surgeon do you something different, but after the second one I completely forgot and had a very annoying it’s your rash on my revised incision. I used the hydrocortisone faithfully multiple times a day and also replaced the compression garment I have been using. I’m convinced some of the stickiness was left in the fibers of the material, and for their exposure to my skin only aggravated and prolonged the rash. :( I did go away. My surgeon said those things tend to get worse before they get better. i’ve been reading your review and my heart breaks for all you’re going through! I see your last post was a couple of weeks ago… I hope things are looking up from here. It’s such a major undertaking and setbacks are just the worst. Good luck to you. I sincerely hope your prolonged recovery time passes quickly!!
May 14, 2018
Oh wow! Thank you for sharing your experience. I’m was beginning to think I was alone as a glutton for punishment! Did you end up using anything on your scars? I was considering trying scar oil treatments or something topical.
May 14, 2018
also I speak English but iPhone voice to text doesn’t want people to think I do- sorry for all the grammar errors! ha. xo
UPDATED FROM Mymothersbod
2 months post
My friend...the wound vac.
MymothersbodApril 6, 2018
As part of my recovery after sustaining an infected hematoma and subsequent reopening of my TT incision and clean out, I received a wound vacuum placement. Dressing changes are painful. Initially, I would take a Norco and Xanax for my pain, anxiety and nausea with dressing changes, but by week two, I’ve begun going without. It’s unpleasant, but not intolerable and with three dressing changes a week, I got tired of narcotic haze. I’m still caring for my children/house/studying which doesn’t work well on drugs.
My only frustration is that the wound vac makes lots of noises resembling extreme flatulence. I get embarrassed going places because of the snickers which probably isolates me me more. Still, even if it screamed “this lady pooped her pants!!!” I would still use it because of the reduced healing time. I have to get on with my life.
My only frustration is that the wound vac makes lots of noises resembling extreme flatulence. I get embarrassed going places because of the snickers which probably isolates me me more. Still, even if it screamed “this lady pooped her pants!!!” I would still use it because of the reduced healing time. I have to get on with my life.
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April 6, 2018
I'm glad you are getting the care you need. Keep us posted. I hope your healing is all on the upwards from now on.
April 7, 2018
Take care. Thinking of you and realizing how big a surgery mommy makeovers really are. There really is no way to know how your body will respond to the procedure. It is so important to know what you want and why you’re getting this life altering procedure done in the first place. Thank you for sharing your journey. I hope you heal completely and come through on the other side, fully satisfied and healthy ❤️
April 7, 2018
I must add that I’m in the research, planning stage and my above comments were a pep talk of sorts to myself as well as encouragement for you
April 8, 2018
several factors increased my odds...I had multiple procedures rolled into one surgery, I am a nurse and probably colonized lots of nasty bacteria on my skin, my navel was dehisced inviting infection, I lost my drains earlier than I should have considering how much they continued to drain. I hope that helps with the why. I think the biggest thing to look for is a surgeon that will be responsive after surgery.
April 9, 2018
Hunny I’m so sorry you are having to go through all of this. It def puts a damper on things but you are being positive and looking at all the good things that are happening. That’s the way to be for sure. Just keep on with that positive attitude and you WILL get through this and look great when it’s all over
I tried to reply to your PM. Please comment on my profile if you didn’t get it. I have trouble getting things to send from my PM. I can always answer questions on my profile. It’s really no problem. I’m hear for you so ask me anything at all. Hugs
April 18, 2018
yay! I’m so glad you commented! I told her about you in her last post md73 ;)
April 18, 2018
I’m sorry to hear that you feel isolated and people are such jerks when you try to go out :/ I’m glad to hear that caring for your wound however is getting easier for you and that it’s getting better! hang in there ❤️
April 18, 2018
How’s it going hun? Thinking about you
April 19, 2018
I’m actually doing quite well! this wound is responding well to treatment and it’s already 30% smaller! My mood has improved with acceptance and focusing on what I can do. thank you for inquiring. it’s nice to know someone cares!
April 20, 2018
Of course I do hun. Please never think you are alone here. I’m here for ya anytime. I’m so glad things are looking up for you. It’s a slow process but it helps so much when you can see your progress. Continue with that positive attitude hun it helps so so much❤️
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