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tummy tuck, lipo, breast lift

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6 months post;

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zen imageJune 22, 2013
WORTH IT$9,416

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Michael S. Hopkins, MD (retired)

Michael S. Hopkins, MD (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Oreo11
August 24, 2013
Hello there! I'm not sure if you'll read this but I just had to say, THANK YOU for sharing your journey. I have to say, I am in the same situation as you were. I've never had any kids but my weight has always been a problem for me. I was very over weight at one point but when I lost it I got loose skin which made me feel like there is no hope :/ I've been contemplating a TT for over a year now, and at the beginning I couldn't wait! But now I'm hesitant & afraid...I'm not sure if I should go through with it..I mean I'm scheduled for surgery next month but I feel stuck now! Anyway, your story made me feel better. Thank you!
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MariaMariaaa
August 27, 2014
wow....ty for sharing...Its so hard right now not purge bc im so swollen I just know ive gained weight but my health comes first...I probably did it once a week pre surgery but I struggled with it for years... happy healing inside and out
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@ 7 weeks my back is less sore and i feel more...

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zen imageJanuary 31, 2013
@ 7 weeks my back is less sore and i feel more comfortable in my body. I had a surprise period that is 2 weeks early and very heavy and clotting but i presume this is normal. All is well, hoping that i am still swollen in the back regions and looking forward to the future...

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breona_09
January 31, 2013
Looking good and yes the swelling does take patience
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January 31, 2013
so true...
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January 31, 2013
You look really good! Scar is thin and low. Imagine what it's going to look like at 6 months. Happy healing!
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January 31, 2013
thank you!!
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Melisrw78
January 31, 2013
Happy 7 week to us !
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January 31, 2013
YAY!!!
Lotus5
January 31, 2013
You look great! Love how low the scar dips in the center.
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January 31, 2013
Awesome detail i never appreciated, thanks for noticing that Lotus!
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SValentine
February 7, 2013
Apparently weird/early/late/missing etc. periods are not uncommon. I agree with Lotus, your scar contour is fantastic. Looking fantastic girlie!!
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6 weeks. still tight in the torso and swollen in...

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zen imageJanuary 24, 2013
6 weeks. still tight in the torso and swollen in back. this really takes patience! i'm very pleased with the results thus far and am looking forward to a familiar routine with exercise. the hardest part of this process has been the social changes and not working. i use bio oil, palmers oil and vitamin e on the scars and occasionally silicone gel strips called cica gel.

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Melisrw78
January 24, 2013
Nameuser I meant to follow your story and somehow missed your page completely :( but am so happy to have refound it. We were close on height weight and age so It's interesting for me to compare. I'm six weeks today and started the gym this week. Slow but something. We both have the lipo scars under our breast too! It took me forever to figure out what those were on me lol. The dr said when you have nice breast definition it's an easy access place to get better lipo. Lucky us :) sounds like all is well and you look awesome!!! I bet your so happy!
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zen image
January 24, 2013
im about to upload some pix from today. I'm still really sore on my back and i think it is swollen... my app. is tomorrow and i will as the doc. I wish i could go to yoga but it feels so tight everywhere. Overall, i am happy. How are you?!
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Melisrw78
January 25, 2013
oh yeah lipo takes for ever to heal from. Its my sorest spots. Im doing wll and am happy but ready to work on the rest of me. Gym time =) Good luck tomorrow =)
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