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PO 6 Weeks

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I have been reading the stories and experiences...

BooTXNovember 27, 2012
WORTH IT$9,300

I have been reading the stories and experiences and found quite a bit of information that has helped. I am a very private person and so keeping this to myself has been very challenging. I did finally tell my mother and sister. They are very supportive as is my husband.

I am 53 years old and at one time weighed 252 pounds. I currently weigh 147. I have always wanted to do this but was too scared and of course the cost. I will post pictures later...not pretty I assure you.

I go for my preop on Wednesday and surgery will be on Tuesday, December 4th. I did go to two different doctors. I thought it was going to be extremely hard to chose. Both are very good Drs.. but there was a sense of peace with one and I knew that he was the one I wanted to do this surgery. I am so glad that I decided to get a second opinion.

I am such a wimp, meaning that I do not do well with pain. So, I have been very afraid of the recovery. I am trying very hard to stay positive because it will only lessen my recovery time. My emotions are all over the place. From being happy, sad, scared, and then I got to the restroom or change clothes and I can't wait to go to the flat side and know that this is what i need to do.

As I said earlier, I am a private person and I have told my employees and employer that I am having female surgery. Now, I have to have my health care provider fill out FMLA papers....ugh! I don't know what to do. Must think of something. I fully understand FMLA but again this is very personal and private.

I have been so excited today about the surgery. I do not know how some of you can schedule this surgery and wait. In the past month, I have talked myself out of this surgery and then back in it 100 times! It is a go and I am counting down the days!

I will take and post pics so that hopefully, I can help someone out there too. It is great to have you all to talk to and going through the same thing. Will keep updating as things happen! This is going to be an incredible journey! Prayers for those having surgery tomorrow and to those in post op! Good night everyone! :)

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UPDATED FROM BooTX
7 days pre

I have added my before pics. How embarrassing and...

BooTXNovember 27, 2012
I have added my before pics. How embarrassing and gross. Countdown...6 more days! At peace, but still nervous! When I look at these pics it will be worth it!

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BuffyR
November 28, 2012
You are going to do great! I am always happy to see other over 40 year girls getting this done! I am 18 days out and happy, you can check out my earliest post op pictures, still need to put the preops and more recent. Hang tight, keep us updated!
BooTX
November 28, 2012
Thanks so much for the encouraging words! I go for my preop tomorrow. Will keep you posted. Have a great evening!
13mummy
November 28, 2012
You have done so well in losing all that weight. You so deserve this surgery!! Good luck, look forward to seeing how it goes.
BooTX
November 28, 2012
Thank you! Losing the weight since January, and not with surgery, has been very difficult. Why is it we feel like we don't deserve it. Then I think I am so vain. But, you are right, we do deserve this.
suzig united kingdom
November 28, 2012
Hey, welcome to the group. My TT is on the 11th so after yours .... I look forward to seeing your results, you are going to look fab. I am 49 btw and this is a gift to myself... and probably long overdue. I too have talked myself out and back into having the op. there are still days that I have a wobble and think, am I doing the right thing. But like you say, you have only got to look in the mirror and know that, yes, you are..... take care my new TT friend. Suzi
BooTX
November 28, 2012
Thanks Suzig! This is a great site to meet and chat with people that are going through the same thing. Since I am being very discreet with this, it is helping me to be able to vent! LOL My surgery was on the 11th but changed to the 4th. Will keep you all posted.
Kimmers25
November 28, 2012

Welcome to the community:)  I am so happy you joined us and really appreciate you posting the pics.  We have all been there and it never feels good but you will be glad later.   It will be fun to watch you transform into the new you soon:)

Your emotions are going to be all over the board so hang on.  They will level off shortly.  Well at least until you hit the recovery stage..LOL

No backing out because you are doing something really wonderful for yourself and you deserve this!!

BooTX
November 28, 2012
Thank you so much! All the encouragement from everyone is so appreciated! There is no backing out....I have to do this for me. Your post was so sweet and I certainly appreciate the post.
Kimmers25
November 30, 2012

Chin up and keep moving forward:)

huntingwidow
November 28, 2012
BooTx read my pre surg post. I was scared to death! Almost backed out the night before as hubby and I ate dinner and went to hotel. BUT it was/is awesome. I am guessing that if you have kids they are older and unless you are caring for parents or others you wont have much to worry with as far as homefront. SOOO my advice is get everything you need plus a good blanket, books (nook or whatever) computer, crosswords and REST AND RELAX post op. The best thing i did was stay overnight for TWO nights in the hospitel. I had to have someone with me and hubby had to come back and care for kids and work so 2nd night I had a sitter. HOWEVER it was worth it not worrying about WHAT if I couldnt get out of bed, what if stitches pulled, what if I got nauseated. None of that happended BUT i was worried about it all!!!!! not to mention going under in the first place I didnt tell my mom - called her day 1 postop and told her. My sister was there. but i didnt even tell close friends just cause i have had bad luck trying to get this done. Good luck and you will do great. Look for my detailed blog coming soon.. Maybe this weekend!
UPDATED FROM BooTX
5 days pre

Wow, what a busy couple of days! Went to my preop...

BooTXNovember 29, 2012
Wow, what a busy couple of days! Went to my preop visit and took my before pics, got my scripts, everything is paid, got my labs done, EKG. My surgery center changed today because the dr. is wanting me to stay over night. The hospital is new and is extremely nice...I will be in a suite! I rented a chair lift and it will be delivered tomorrow. The nurse also recommended a walker to make it easier on the back. I will come home with a pain pump that is good for 7 days. My first PO visit will be on 12/12 which will be PO 8 days. The pain pump off and 1 of the drains. My PS will not allow me to wear a CG until both drains are removed. I was told the second drain will be removed 3-5 days after the first one was removed. My scripts include percocet, muscle relaxer, antibiotic, something for nausea, lovenox injections, bromelein and arnica, vitamins. My kitchen looks like a pharmacy! My husband and I are going shopping this weekend to get the rest of the items I need. Counting down 4 more days...excited nervous excited! Abig shout out to my dr. and his staff! They are AWESOME!!!!!!

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BooTX
November 30, 2012
Wow, what a busy couple of days! Went to my preop visit and took my before pics, got my scripts, everything is paid, got my labs done, EKG. My surgery center changed today because the dr. is wanting me to stay over night. The hospital is new and is extremely nice...I will be in a suite! I rented a chair lift and it will be delivered tomorrow. The nurse also recommended a walker to make it easier on the back. I will come home with a pain pump that is good for 7 days. My first PO visit will be on 12/12 which will be PO 8 days. The pain pump off and 1 of the drains. My PS will not allow me to wear a CG until both drains are removed. I was told the second drain will be removed 3-5 days after the first one was removed. My scripts include percocet, muscle relaxer, antibiotic, something for nausea, lovenox injections, bromelein and arnica, vitamins. My kitchen looks like a pharmacy! My husband and I are going shopping this weekend to get the rest of the items I need. Counting down 4 more days...excited nervous excited! Abig shout out to my dr. and his staff! They are AWESOME!!!!!!
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