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So its a little over 2 months since my procedure....

So its a little over 2 months since my procedure. My swelling has gone down quite a bit, but I still have hard spots around my belly button. I've noticed that I swell up if I do any kind of strenuous activity, like work out or do yard work. I also swell if I get in my hot tub or eat salty foods. When I wake up in the morning I look better than when I go to bed. I'm still having my doubts. My scars are my main concern now. I'm using scar gel twice a day, but I may not wear a two piece this summer if they don't lighten up. I'm posting new pics. Also, my lovehandles are still kind of numb and very itchy. Its annoying, but I can live with it.

1 month update... Well I'm still swollen and...

1 month update...

Well I'm still swollen and lumpy... but I'm feeling a little better about my stomach. The buldge above my belly button had got better, but its still hard. trying to massage for 15 minutes every night. My right side is still bigger than my left side and thats what's bothering me the most right now. I hope I'm not going to have uneven hips. Not sore or tender anymore. Still wearing my garment 24/7. I feel more comfortable with it on. I start to get sore if I don't wear it. Is it true one side will swell if that's the side you sleep on? I do favor my right side for sleeping so trying to sleep on my left.

3.5 week update: Today, my right side is more...

3.5 week update:
Today, my right side is more swollen than the left side and it looks like Im leaning when I stand.. Its looks really funny in the mirror. I hate what my stomach looks like right now. I know it takes time, time, time...... my lumpy stomach is starting to turn yellowey green I guess from bruising. I think that's a good sign but DAMN my tummy looks gross. it feels like there's little soft ping pong balls all aound my belly button. God, will I look normal again?

I keep trying to stay positive... it makes me feel better when I read about other people having issues with the lumps and reading that its pretty common and usually resolves itself. For anyone considering this procedure, its definately not a quick fix. I'm gonna try to post a good monthly photo so people can see how long it takes for your body to transform, (although everyone heals differently) and hopefully mine heals like I want it to & I get a bangin body... what I paid for. Dr. Mountcastle you had better not make me hate you:) don't let me down, man. fingers crossed!

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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
44095 Pipeline Plaza , Ashburn, Virginia
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