44 yr old Single Female w/no children...Lost 140 lbs TT and BLBL Birmingham, Alabama

I was really hoping that this was swelling on my back and my sides but it's fat! He said he was going to do liposuction along with my back lift and tummy tuck but he didn't. I told him I wasn't happy and he said he could go back in but I had to take 6 weeks off from work and I really can't do another 6 because my job needs me and if he would have liposuctioned the first time I wouldn't have to take anymore time off. I'm so disappointed.

Went in to see the doctor today and he said he is impressed with my level of healing. I haven't had any set backs or problems with my wounds so he said I could get my arms done whenever I want now. I am still really swollen but from what I can see I will be pleased. I really wanted a super flat tummy so I'm keeping my fingers crossed that the top part of my belly will thin out. I also expressed some concern about how much was left on my flanks and back. He said if need be he will go back in and fix the lower back. Still two more weeks before I can return to work. My job requires that I have no restrictions so I wait.

I'm so worried that my upper stomach is still going to be really thick once all the swelling goes away. I told my doctor that was a major concern for me and he assured me he could get it flat as possible. This is where I carried most of my belly so he did a T incision, removed the loose skin to give me a more cinched in waist and thin out the upper portion of my belly. Just so you will know it was mostly skin and not fat. I am almost 4 weeks now Post op and when I lean over I can see a bit of stomach hanging. I sure hope this is swelling and not skin! I'm going to be patient as it hadn't even been 4 weeks yet. Keep your fingers crossed for me.