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Tumescent Liposculpture under Local & oral sedation

UPDATED FROM NZUK
1 year post

Back Fat has returned - arghhh

NZUKMarch 12, 2015
$8,100
I am so fed up. The back fat has returned. I am almost 2 years post Lipo and I was feeling happy with the results for a while but over the past 2 months the back fat has crept back. I lost a lot of weight due to chronic stomach problems (14kg in total). The weight dropped off very rapidly (maybe over 3-4 months). I had a heap of tests and was diagnosed as lactose intolerant in early January 2015. Prior to the diagnosis I only weighed 60-61kg which is light for my 178cm height. I was given some medication to help settle my stomach and I noticed quite a quick weight gain. I gained 4kg in 2 weeks. My specialist said it wasn't the meds but more likely me eating more as I was not in as much pain. I stopped the meds as I know that they cause weight gain and I didn't want to be gaining weight so rapidly especially as it seemed to be going straight onto my lipo'd areas and my boobs which are big enough already. I have been feeling heavier so I jumped on the scales today and was horrified to see that despite NO CHANGES to my eating habits my weight had shot up another 4kg and looking in the mirror I can see that the weight is definitely on my back area, abdomen and breasts. I am so upset about the back area as this was the area that I really wanted the fat removed from as I felt so self conscious about the 'bra rolls' in any top that was a bit fitted (like a t-shirt). I am crying as I write this. I am not a vain person but I am just gutted that the fat has returned to this area when I weigh less than I did a year ago and had no back fat. My husband won't let me do any more Lipo (he was soooo anti the whole thing anyway) so I am stuck with these lumps. I think it could have been the rapid weight loss and then rapid weight gain that has caused it. If anyone else has been through something similar please post a comment. Thanks.

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Awesome. Couldn't speak more highly of the service I received throughout from the Doctor and his staff. Highly recommended especially for nervous people like me. If anyone in Auckland NZ is interested in Lipo then contact the Liposuction institute, Apollo Drive, Mairangi Bay.

Replies (3)

lily_among_thorns
March 13, 2015
Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
NZUK
April 22, 2015
I hope you are feeling better about the experience now. Nothing prepares you for the emotional rollercoaster. I find myself watching all of the shows on E channel about plastic surgery and I am so envious of some of the results. It certainly seems like the Plastic Surgeons in LA look after their patients really well (or is it all done for the TV audience?) Hang in there. It does get better. Just be aware that the fat can redeposit on the Lipo'd areas if you gain weight rapidly. You will find that your results will be better at the 6 month mark. Keep smiling.
lily_among_thorns
March 13, 2015
I am 6 weeks post op. I see a difference but I think I expected more, much quicker. I'm trying to be patient. I didn't like my BA at first (a year ago). But after everything "settled" and the swelling went down, I love them! No one tells us about the emotional part. Sometimes I feel like I'm being vain, but we have invested a lot to look the way we want to look. For myself, not for anyone else. It's an emotional rollercoaster! I try not to obsess, but I find myself reading other's experiences and looking at photos more than I probably should. I just have to be patient. I have the bra rolls as well. My PS also told me that its skin. I DON'T LIKE IT! Idk what to do to get rid of them, besides another surgery. I'm still early in so I'll give it some time. Thank you so much for sharing!
Wine gums
April 1, 2015
Im really confused by your overall review. Are you happy with the result?
NZUK
April 22, 2015
Sorry it has taken a while to reply but I don't check this site much anymore. I was unhappy at first but then it seemed to really improve at the 6 month mark and I was happy but wary that the fat could redeposit in the lipo'd areas. I lost a lot of weight due to chronic stomach problems and despite being technically underweight for my height I did like being a size smaller even though everyone told me I looked too thin and ill. Once I had a diagnosis and had treatment the pain eased and I started eating normally again and gained a lot of weight in a very short period of time. Unsurprisingly it all went on to the Lipo'd areas and my boobs which are big enough without additional padding. So I guess my answer is yes and no. I acknowledge that I still look better than I did before the procedure BUT the fat is coming back and I don't know what to do. I am moderating my calorie intake but I have a horrible feeling that now the fat is back it is not going to shift without more Lipo.
Wine gums
May 18, 2015
Is it true my understanding is that fat will go back to the areas as wells as else where with weight gain. or are you saying that is JUST went back to the areas that you had lip i.e. back fat. Coz that is what I am wanting to get done in particular. I would be most upset if it just gained in that place.
NZUK
May 19, 2015
it only seems to have gone back on to the areas i had treated. the back is the worst but my middle abdomen looks very fatty again. It has been almost 2 years since the procedure and I would have it tidied up under a general anaesthetic with a different surgeon if i could afford it. i don't think i could face it under local again.......
UPDATED FROM NZUK
4 months post

More Surgery in March

NZUKDecember 27, 2013
Spoke to the PS and he agrees that this area needs a bit more work (common in 'apple' shaped women). He will do it for a nominal fee but the earliest is February but way to hot in NZ in Feb to be stuck in that Garment Thing for another 2 weeks (yes, only two weeks after the revision surgery). He tells me it will take about an hour and no sedation needed so I can drive home. I have to see if the area 'settles' between now and then but to be honest with all of the festive season junk I have a little food belly so I am going to need to work on that!

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maybeoneday1
January 20, 2014
Even though you have lost weight, do you feel that you are gaining weight in other areas?, if the weight isn't consistent?
NZUK
January 21, 2014
According to my surgeon and popular opinion out there on the internet is that the idea that we gain weight in other areas rather than the liposuctioned area is not true. Regrettably if we continue to eat to much it will go right back to where it was sucked out of. I understand that a high proportion of clients who have Lipo end up having more Lipo within 5 - 10 years. I have lost over 5kg since my surgery but like another realself client I have a strange lump in my midsection which is going to be redone soon (yay). I am trying to lose another 5kgs to be right where I want to be but it is getting harder as I get older (48).
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hiddNdoll_28
February 3, 2014
I think you look great!!
Nzmum
May 28, 2014
Well done, you are looking great. I am having tumescent lipo in a month. I am so nervous. I think mainly because I have two little boys and my husband has just had shoulder surgery. I don't want anyone, other than my husband, to know I have had Lipo so there won't be much help. Do you think I will be able to look after my kids two days after the lipo? I'm scared I might do some damage by not resting. Or that I might be in too much pain.
maybeoneday1
June 30, 2014
Hey, how are your results, did you get a revision?
NZUK
June 30, 2014
I am looking at august for the revision. I am having a tooth implant done this week and I really want to get that out of the way first. As I will only be 'in surgery' for about an hour and in the garment for two weeks it shouldn't be a major (hopefully). I do need to get it done as whilst it is not visible when I am wearing clothes I am very aware of it.
maybeoneday1
July 2, 2014
Im thinking about setting up an appointment with ron goedeke, but im too nervous. Anyway hope your revision goes well.
UPDATED FROM NZUK
4 months post

Just Over 4 months since the procedure

NZUKDecember 17, 2013
I am seeing the surgeon again on Friday as I have a very odd lump to the upper left of my belly button. Not sure if it is a bit that was missed or some kind of fluid filled lump but for my peace of mind I want it gone. The surgeons receptionist has assured me that this is quite normal and they will fix it up if it is a bit that has been 'missed'. Otherwise things are definitely starting to look a lot better. The skin on my back has miraculously started to tighten and re-drape so I may end up with a much better result in that area than I thought I would.
My weight remains at around 68kg so 6kg less than when I had the surgery. I am aiming for 65kg but the time of year is conspiring against me (a poor excuse for a rubbish diet I know!).
I had to suspend my gym membership as I developed some skin problems which a dermatologist said could be aggravated by working out especially as I was lifting weights. Hope to start swimming again now that our pool is a bit warmer. Swimming is great exercise - total workout and you dont get overheated.
I look at myself now and I am actually pleased I had it done but wish the surgeon had been more aggressive around the love handles.

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