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Male TT and Lipo - Austin, TX
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I'm one of the few guys on here :) Over the...
WORTH IT$13,500
I'm one of the few guys on here :) Over the last five years I've lost 90 lbs....I'm 33, 5'11" and down to 171 lbs now. The weight loss left me with saggy, mushy skin at my belly. After working so hard to get into shape, I feel like this is the last hurdle for me. I want to be comfortable in my own skin.
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UPDATED FROM Mikey G
5 days pre
Here's some more background info: Back in 2005,...
Here's some more background info:
Back in 2005, I was at my heaviest - I weighed 260 lbs and felt miserable. Over the last 5 years, through diet and exercise, I've been able to get down to 171... about the ideal weight for my body frame. However, as I mentioned before, my belly and chest areas now look deflated... probably because that's exactly what happened :) I lost over 8 inches from my belly.
After much contemplation, I felt the last hurdle to ultimately reach my goal and reward myself for all the hard work was to get the extra skin removed. They say timing is everything, and now seemed like timing was perfect. I don't have tons of extra skin, but enough. I'll share a picture here.
I found my doctor by researching online and by reading patient reviews. I knew I wanted someone who was board certified and had many years of experience. The initial consultation went well and I was able to ask lots of questions and see lots of pictures of past patients.
I ended up deciding to go for a tummy tuck (with muscle repair, if needed). I also asked my PS about the fat on my chest... I was worried that a flatter stomach would accentuate what was left of my "man boobs". He said that lipo would be the best option for me and that it could be combined in the same procedure. So I am going to have lipo in my chest and the abdominoplasty together. The entire cost including the surgery center was $13,500.
I was told the procedure would take about 5 hours. Two drains would be put in along with the numbing pump. I'll also be put in a full body compression garment... looks like a tank top with crotchless shorts (not sure how I feel about that)... but the nurse said previous guys found it more comfortable than a separate chest/stomach garments. They said I could remove the pain pump drains myself after two to three days, but they would take out the drains in a post-op appointment when appropriate.
I was prescribed Tylox for pain, along with a naseau med, sleeping med, and SinEcch for swelling.
For the guys - I was also told that because of gravity and swelling, our man parts can become really swollen. Scary! So they told me to stock up on frozen peas and some tight underwear in case that happens. Also, I'm nervous about the catheter... if I can't pee after surgery they will put one back in until I can. I plan to drink a gallon of water afterwards because hell no I don't want to experience that. At least I'm knocked out when they use one for surgery!
I'm very very nervous, as many of you can relate. My parents will be staying with me for a couple of weeks (I'm a single guy so I need the help). Also, since my condo is 20 steps up on the second floor of my building, I'll be staying in the hotel with my folks for the first couple weeks. That should be interesting.
Sept 2 is coming up fast! I will post some "after" pics when I can.... I just want to get this over with.. lol.
Back in 2005, I was at my heaviest - I weighed 260 lbs and felt miserable. Over the last 5 years, through diet and exercise, I've been able to get down to 171... about the ideal weight for my body frame. However, as I mentioned before, my belly and chest areas now look deflated... probably because that's exactly what happened :) I lost over 8 inches from my belly.
After much contemplation, I felt the last hurdle to ultimately reach my goal and reward myself for all the hard work was to get the extra skin removed. They say timing is everything, and now seemed like timing was perfect. I don't have tons of extra skin, but enough. I'll share a picture here.
I found my doctor by researching online and by reading patient reviews. I knew I wanted someone who was board certified and had many years of experience. The initial consultation went well and I was able to ask lots of questions and see lots of pictures of past patients.
I ended up deciding to go for a tummy tuck (with muscle repair, if needed). I also asked my PS about the fat on my chest... I was worried that a flatter stomach would accentuate what was left of my "man boobs". He said that lipo would be the best option for me and that it could be combined in the same procedure. So I am going to have lipo in my chest and the abdominoplasty together. The entire cost including the surgery center was $13,500.
I was told the procedure would take about 5 hours. Two drains would be put in along with the numbing pump. I'll also be put in a full body compression garment... looks like a tank top with crotchless shorts (not sure how I feel about that)... but the nurse said previous guys found it more comfortable than a separate chest/stomach garments. They said I could remove the pain pump drains myself after two to three days, but they would take out the drains in a post-op appointment when appropriate.
I was prescribed Tylox for pain, along with a naseau med, sleeping med, and SinEcch for swelling.
For the guys - I was also told that because of gravity and swelling, our man parts can become really swollen. Scary! So they told me to stock up on frozen peas and some tight underwear in case that happens. Also, I'm nervous about the catheter... if I can't pee after surgery they will put one back in until I can. I plan to drink a gallon of water afterwards because hell no I don't want to experience that. At least I'm knocked out when they use one for surgery!
I'm very very nervous, as many of you can relate. My parents will be staying with me for a couple of weeks (I'm a single guy so I need the help). Also, since my condo is 20 steps up on the second floor of my building, I'll be staying in the hotel with my folks for the first couple weeks. That should be interesting.
Sept 2 is coming up fast! I will post some "after" pics when I can.... I just want to get this over with.. lol.
Replies (3)
August 29, 2011
Thank you for posting. I have my surgery scheduled for Sept.28 so I am really hoping to hear good things :-)
Grata on the weight loss good job!
Grata on the weight loss good job!
August 30, 2011
Oh you are going to have nice and tight washboard abs when this is over.
The next month will go really fast for you. How long did you get off of work?
March 18, 2015
Hi, you mirror my journey in so many ways, I was 259lb, lost 90lb, left with 'blubber' and had a TT (fantastic result) and 2wks ago had the Gynecomastia Part 2 Surgery to complete the change. They did it in 2 parts (5mths apart) mainly because of my age (69). Catheters - I couldn't pee after surgery and one was inserted with much relief, don't stress over it ,it is very quick and almost painless. Swelling of the 'family jewels', yes it is inevitable and the swelling and blood accumulation and bruising is amazing but not painful (no ice was offered or used). Steps are not a problem PO usually 5days, the only pain therapy I was offered was the common Panadol and it was sufficient. Read my review for similarities. Don't be nervous, it really isn't that bad, but get excited and get a positive attitude, that is of more use during recovery.
UPDATED FROM Mikey G
3 days pre
3 days and counting! I'm really starting to become...
3 days and counting! I'm really starting to become obsessed with the surgery now. I can't get it off my mind. I purchased a 12" x 24" x 24" wedge pillow and under leg cushion for my bed. Since I'll be staying at a hotel for the first couple weeks, it's the best I can do. I've been tempted to see if any local medical stores could rent out a lifting recliner... but I may just see how a bed with the pillows goes.
Since I'm self-employed and work mostly from home, I don't have to worry much about time away from work. I quit my full-time job a couple of months ago to start my own business...and that is part of why I'm doing it now. It's nice to be my own boss and not worry about 'asking' for time away from work.
Since I'm self-employed and work mostly from home, I don't have to worry much about time away from work. I quit my full-time job a couple of months ago to start my own business...and that is part of why I'm doing it now. It's nice to be my own boss and not worry about 'asking' for time away from work.
Hey welcome to RealSelf! Glad you joined and shared your story. You are not alone, we have a few gents on the site.
Congratulations on the weight loss, that's awesome! You are going to love the results:)
Wow you go this next week already. Please keep us up to date and post some before and after pics. They are really helpful for others planning this process.