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42 Y/o Decided on Liposuction although Tummy Tuck Was Recommended
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I'm a 42y/o woman who unfortunately loves to eat!...
kola73December 28, 2017
WORTH IT$6,800
I'm a 42y/o woman who unfortunately loves to eat! I have a 23yo some. I have been working out for years..but my eating habits have always been bad..I'll do good then fall off..Well got to a point where I was just fed up with my stomach...tired of wearing girldes and camoflouging my stomach. I always said at 35...if I didnt lose my stomach by 40...I was going to do this...well HERE I AM. I went to 3 consultations before I decided on Dr. Dean Kane. All 3 suggested I get a tummy tuck but that was just tooo invasive to me ( looked very scary -lol)...So I decided to take a chance on Lipo. I was a little skeptical because I did not see many African American women on his site..but out of the 3 surgeons I talked to..there was just something about him. He made me feel super comfortable and told me realistically the results I may have with just doing Lipo instead of TT. I did the PreOp and found that my Hemoglobin and hermanochrit were low 10.1 ( I'm a Nemic) ...they prefer that it is 12 or better. .so I began taking iron supplements, B complex, and Vitamin C. They sent me to a Hematologist to have him clear me before they would do the work. I was informed that if.my levels drop during surgery that I may need a blood transfusion. He, his wife Laurie and staff...even offered to refund the money if I couldn't get it up in time..this I thought was very nice because monies paid is nonrefundable. Showed me that they were more concerned abouttheir patients than money!
12/27/17
Day of Surgery went well...no transfusion needed...sore ..but doing great. Dr. Kane called me later that night to make sure I was doing okay. I have. Doctor appt. The next day 12/28. I will post Before pictures...ca nt wait to see my after. I will keep you posted.
12/27/17
Day of Surgery went well...no transfusion needed...sore ..but doing great. Dr. Kane called me later that night to make sure I was doing okay. I have. Doctor appt. The next day 12/28. I will post Before pictures...ca nt wait to see my after. I will keep you posted.
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UPDATED FROM kola73
1 day post
Had Post op follow up Day 1
kola73December 29, 2017
Went to see doctor Kane..day after surgery to have my wounds checked and get foam to add under compression garment. Still Sore and swollen.
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January 22, 2018
Hey you look good may I ask where did you get your garment from
January 23, 2018
Thank you..the doctors office provided me with a garment...but I no longer can fit that one...so I am ordering another one...it should be here next week...if it fits I'll post it and provide you with the information.
January 23, 2018
Thanks. Post more. So we can see more of your progress. I have to ask. I go Monday and I’m scared how is your pain post surgery
January 31, 2018
Just seeing your comment..sorry for the late response...it really wasn't that bad!! The first 3 days you will need help to sit up..though you can still do it on your own if needed ....the pain is bearable ...at least for me it was and with the pain meds...you barely feel anything lol..after day 3 it's mostly aches you feel ...and trust me ..wear your compression garment...it helps you feel next to nothing..but when you take it off ..you will feel burning sensation ...numbness..GO FOR IT!! You will be just fine!! I was very scared but here to tell you..its worth it and not that bad!! (Everyone heals differently) ..I'm here for you..let's get it done in 2018
January 31, 2018
Hi thanks I just had my procedure Monday and you are right pain is minimal today just hope my skin retraction goes will I’m an too learning patience
January 31, 2018
I got my new garment from "allaboutshapewear.com" I initially ordered a 2x based on the measurements the website gave but had to exchange to get a 4x...so i would say if you order from them..go up 2 sizes so far the garment is definitely giving me a lot of compression.
UPDATED FROM kola73
2 days post
Post Op Day 2 -12/29
kola73December 29, 2017
Was able to take a shower looks lilik e swelling coming down some....still hard..praying the hanging skin will contract...fingers crossed!!
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December 29, 2017
I notice a difference congratulations looks like you are on your way!!!
December 31, 2017
Cant wait to see you results. I too was recommended to get TT but i refuse.
January 1, 2018
Thanks ...Me too...I would like to be the example to say...you don't always have to get TT. I will definitely keep you updated .
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