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Hi All!! 3.5 weeks Post Op! Full TT, 400cc Mentor Silicone Gel BA/BL/Lipo- Calgary, AB CAD
UPDATED FROM WesternSass
1 month post
Can't wait to hit the gym.
$22,000
And THAT is never a line I thought I'd write!! ;)
Really though. The days are colder here in Calgary all though we've been having a BEAUtiful fall. I'm only allowed to walk until 6 weeks. NO equipment until then---at all. No baths until then and only if nothing is leaking or 'oozing'. Super medical term there. lol.
I've been wearing my binder still during the day---but going braless and binderless at night. How weird it was in the first few days to not feel the security there when I shifted or moved... but now, it's like whip it off--woohoo... sleep time!
We removed 6 stitches that were lingering around my areola. They kept getting caught on my towels and bra and tugging. oi. Like anyone needs that!! So got the all clear and cleaned the area/tools with alcohol and snipped them out. One side of the loop under the knot, snip--and gently pull the rest of the loop out. Super easy---and they were literally healed over in half hour. So so ready to be gone!!!
Other than, everything is still looking good! I'm feeling swollen and bloated with the looming onset of my period. Y.a.y.
Has anyone else had hard lumps form (like an inner deep bruise? That you can't see?) in your lipo areas, and what do you/did you do to help those along?
I've been treating my scars (no tape or silicone strips) with a cream I've made. It's breaking up---which is the only way for me to describe the feeling of it when I run my hand over. When you get this surgery done, there is a super hard line of swelling under the incision site. About an inch and a half wide. Mine is starting to shrink under there, and gap in spots so all I can feel is the top incision. Even that too, is looking better than it was. Dark---but I know this will fade in time.
Really though. The days are colder here in Calgary all though we've been having a BEAUtiful fall. I'm only allowed to walk until 6 weeks. NO equipment until then---at all. No baths until then and only if nothing is leaking or 'oozing'. Super medical term there. lol.
I've been wearing my binder still during the day---but going braless and binderless at night. How weird it was in the first few days to not feel the security there when I shifted or moved... but now, it's like whip it off--woohoo... sleep time!
We removed 6 stitches that were lingering around my areola. They kept getting caught on my towels and bra and tugging. oi. Like anyone needs that!! So got the all clear and cleaned the area/tools with alcohol and snipped them out. One side of the loop under the knot, snip--and gently pull the rest of the loop out. Super easy---and they were literally healed over in half hour. So so ready to be gone!!!
Other than, everything is still looking good! I'm feeling swollen and bloated with the looming onset of my period. Y.a.y.
Has anyone else had hard lumps form (like an inner deep bruise? That you can't see?) in your lipo areas, and what do you/did you do to help those along?
I've been treating my scars (no tape or silicone strips) with a cream I've made. It's breaking up---which is the only way for me to describe the feeling of it when I run my hand over. When you get this surgery done, there is a super hard line of swelling under the incision site. About an inch and a half wide. Mine is starting to shrink under there, and gap in spots so all I can feel is the top incision. Even that too, is looking better than it was. Dark---but I know this will fade in time.
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Replies (4)
October 29, 2015
Iam also looking forward to start gym.. I also develop hard lumps at liopsuction sites. My PS told me to massage the area with some lotion twice a day And it is helping.
November 23, 2015
We haven't heard from you in awhile!? How is the healing going!?
November 23, 2015
How kind of you to check with me! I did write up a big post the first week post-op but somehow it didn't get posted and I just didn't do it again. 5 weeks tomorrow and all is great - I've actually dropped about 8 lbs since my surgery so the bulge in my lower abdomen is going down. That makes me really happy as at 2 weeks postop I wasn't feeling the happiness. My ps told me the original upper abdomen fat would still be present as she does not do lipo in that area at the same time as a tummy tuck. I didn't realize that meant the fat would be pulled down with the skin to the lower abdomen. I'm going to see her Wednesday to have her look at my belly-button as its still quite red and a little black inside plus wondering if I should buy a tighter compression garment now. She told me I can come see her any time I want - the staff are great to fit me in. She did say we would consider any revision work at the 12 month mark. The scar has aways to go and the skin folds going into the incision need to smooth out - they are basically covered with bikini bottoms. The back lipo area is a little different on one side than the other - she said everyone is and looking at the before pics she took that's how I started out. Just before surgery she asked if I would like a little lipo on the upper back which she did for me - that hopefully will smooth out a little more. Overall I'm absolutely thrilled so far, so happy with my ps, my husband calls me his trophy wife now...even though he has always complimented the way I look. I walk every day 4 - 5 miles and am looking forward to running again as well as some weight training. I have no butt now and want to get that a little muscled up if possible. Here's a little weird thing...standing naked in front of the mirror with legs parted - I can see some of my little butt cheeks hanging below my front area - she did a bit of upper thigh lipo which I wanted as it pulled that front area up nicely. I'll show her tomorrow but wonder if that will fix itself or if I'll need to get it fixed...not sure how that would be done. Anyway I do go on once I get started! The best thing I bought for the first week and a half was my Relax-the Back 4 wedge pillow system. Other than that, all the fussing I did thinking about other stuff to get makes me glad I didn't invest in anything else. How are you doing???
November 23, 2015
Well I am on day 5. Bored to tears stuck in a chair for the majority of the day. Today I changed my bra to a snugger one. I hope it's not too tight. Not too much pain today just tight and uncomfortable..... I sneezed earlier and almost cried. But over all happy with how things are going. I'm counting the minutes till Thursday and I get to see under the bandages!
UPDATED FROM WesternSass
23 days post
Three Great Weeks
Knock on wood.
Alls well so far! Healing is going well---definitely in the swell hell stage and I keep reminding myself that it just will get better and better each passing day.
I sometimes have to double binder it in the evening so there isn't s much pressure on my lower incision.
Which I think is looking pretty good for three weeks out?
Alls well so far! Healing is going well---definitely in the swell hell stage and I keep reminding myself that it just will get better and better each passing day.
I sometimes have to double binder it in the evening so there isn't s much pressure on my lower incision.
Which I think is looking pretty good for three weeks out?
Replies (3)
October 16, 2015
Looking great !! Are u still taping your incision?
October 19, 2015
Nope. No taping anything he says, just morning and nightly massage with a lotion I've worked out containing some amazing EOs. :)
October 16, 2015
Do you wear a binder at night?
October 19, 2015
I am still. I wear the Marena one piece. I'm supposed to be weaned off it in the next week or so---during the night.
October 28, 2015
Your breasts are settling nicely. And you and I are in the same boat for this swelling BS. Lol. I feel huge and when I sit it makes a little roll over my incision. Definitely depressing.
October 29, 2015
Thank you! I think they're coming down. I'll post 6 week pics next week.
I hear you about Swell hell. Mine makes a poofy little roll too and then my belly button gets this droopy hood over the top. I keep reminding myself how FAR I've come. That when I put on my old jeans---even with that swelling (and they're tight to button!!) there is barely a muffin top. Just an itty bitty one where the lipo is hard and sore. Definitely not like before. Before was like this mutated loaf of bread that had risen too long and was constricted in massive degrees by a pan that should have been used for a dinner roll. No way to stuff all that back in there. Hahah!! Which is why I have the baggy mommy uniform of yoga pants (my legs and bum look good in them---but that spare tire! Yike!) and my husband's hoodies. I have vowed to burn all those when all is said and done.
It IS hard to be positive. Depressing is the right word. But I'm sure it's hormones and a combination of our bodies healing and being tired then oppositely too... not MOVING much. That is driving me nuts. Talk about cabin fever. It's difficult to be restricted. More so than I anticipated---I thought the time off would be delightful. lol lol.
So in a week, I'm going to be exercising. 6 weeks is in exactly 7 days. The count down is ONNNNN. And I get to begin using an elliptical machine. Slowly, gently, taking it easy and working up. But working!!
Maybe that will help?! Man, I hope so.
I hear you about Swell hell. Mine makes a poofy little roll too and then my belly button gets this droopy hood over the top. I keep reminding myself how FAR I've come. That when I put on my old jeans---even with that swelling (and they're tight to button!!) there is barely a muffin top. Just an itty bitty one where the lipo is hard and sore. Definitely not like before. Before was like this mutated loaf of bread that had risen too long and was constricted in massive degrees by a pan that should have been used for a dinner roll. No way to stuff all that back in there. Hahah!! Which is why I have the baggy mommy uniform of yoga pants (my legs and bum look good in them---but that spare tire! Yike!) and my husband's hoodies. I have vowed to burn all those when all is said and done.
It IS hard to be positive. Depressing is the right word. But I'm sure it's hormones and a combination of our bodies healing and being tired then oppositely too... not MOVING much. That is driving me nuts. Talk about cabin fever. It's difficult to be restricted. More so than I anticipated---I thought the time off would be delightful. lol lol.
So in a week, I'm going to be exercising. 6 weeks is in exactly 7 days. The count down is ONNNNN. And I get to begin using an elliptical machine. Slowly, gently, taking it easy and working up. But working!!
Maybe that will help?! Man, I hope so.
UPDATED FROM WesternSass
20 days post
Three weeks tomorrow!
I can't believe it's gone by so quickly. I'm doing better/more everyday. Simple things like being able to reach up and grab something...not such a big deal anymore. I'm definitely in swell hell!! My midsection feels thick and firm. I'm trying to enjoy each stage and let my body do its work.
One thing we did invest in was a recliner. We found one for a really really great deal on clearance at our local Sears. $200, which might seem like a lot but it's SO comfortable and matches the house well---and is also Canadian made with kiln dried hardwood. So I figure, it'll stand up well to the three boys--who've been giving it an extra special workout each day for me.
Anything new is soooo novel. lol.
Regular price it's $900. So I'm pretty happy with that deal :)
For sleeping, I've been so incredibly surprised how comfortable a recliner is. We have an amazing bed so I was scared that I wouldn't be able to sleep---hahahaaa---not a problem. It's like going to sleep in a marshmallow each night. Down comforter, smooshy pillow, lala-land! The main plus is that I don't try to roll onto my side like I was trying to do in bed :P
For the First three weeks I have to have three pillows to prop me up and two under my knees. For the 4th and 5th two pillows under my head and one under my knees and from the 6th- 7th weeks one and one. Then only One under my head. My scar is thin---what I can see emerging from the steri strips so I'm thinkin' that maybe this sleeping propped is helping? Who knows. But what he says, I do.
So far so good!!! I'll post 3 week pics tomorrow!!
One thing we did invest in was a recliner. We found one for a really really great deal on clearance at our local Sears. $200, which might seem like a lot but it's SO comfortable and matches the house well---and is also Canadian made with kiln dried hardwood. So I figure, it'll stand up well to the three boys--who've been giving it an extra special workout each day for me.
Anything new is soooo novel. lol.
Regular price it's $900. So I'm pretty happy with that deal :)
For sleeping, I've been so incredibly surprised how comfortable a recliner is. We have an amazing bed so I was scared that I wouldn't be able to sleep---hahahaaa---not a problem. It's like going to sleep in a marshmallow each night. Down comforter, smooshy pillow, lala-land! The main plus is that I don't try to roll onto my side like I was trying to do in bed :P
For the First three weeks I have to have three pillows to prop me up and two under my knees. For the 4th and 5th two pillows under my head and one under my knees and from the 6th- 7th weeks one and one. Then only One under my head. My scar is thin---what I can see emerging from the steri strips so I'm thinkin' that maybe this sleeping propped is helping? Who knows. But what he says, I do.
So far so good!!! I'll post 3 week pics tomorrow!!
Replies (2)
October 28, 2015
Recliner is a must!!!!!!
October 29, 2015
I am in love with that chair. I'm worried about going back to a bed and being uncomfortable!!! LOL!!! It's been seriously wonderful!!!
Except I went upstairs tonight and found my hubby sacked out in it. I was like, um... really?! Oh no you didn't!
Except I went upstairs tonight and found my hubby sacked out in it. I was like, um... really?! Oh no you didn't!
December 18, 2019
Hi! I have been to Dr Dehaas for areola reduction. How would you say your lipo healed and how long did it take? I have a small pouch beneath my bellybutton I want to do, but I am really afraid. I know theres risk of embolism, lumps, and for it to be swollen for a really long time... and bruised. One of my areola didnt heal well and we had to do a revision... I dont think I want to do this twice, especially under local anesthesia.
My Cream is a blend of essential oils by Doterra? In a base of arnica and plain lotion I made and mixed. The oils I chose carefully and formulated for their cellular healing and soothing properties. I've noticed a HUUUGE difference and only apply it once morning and night. I think I'll only need to move to once daily soon. The smell is wonderful and you can tell, where the skin is thinner, the circulation kicks in right away when those oils are doing their thing. Scars get dark . It sounds scary, but that circulation is what helps healing along and has really especially improved my numb belly swelling beneath my Stomach Flap; which is a medical term that completely freaks me out! ;)
I waited to apply it until all the tape was off and the incisions well closed. Knock on wood---I have not had a single oozy leak since using it. And even the pesky ingrown hairs that we all get along the incision line--when it's super low to your mons (side note: speak to your doc about waxing pre surgery for this very reason!!! It comes back in, right where they stitch you up and can cause problems for many ladies.) For me, the lotion has really worked these out and I haven't had infection. I want to say "yet". I don't know why. I might or might not be past the risk stage for it. I'm just not sure but time will tell.