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32 Year Old, Mom of Two and in Need of Breast Reduction, Lift and Liposuction - Post 100lb Weight Loss. Cancun, MX
UPDATED FROM kitty2222
27 days post
Watching Paint Dry
WORTH IT$7,000
For some crazy reason every day when I take my bandages of to shower I have this hope of everything being healed. This is amplified if the day before I saw progress.
This morning I started to panic as I was hoping for almost healed wounds (wishful thinking) and was shocked. The realization made me think no healing had taken place. The thought of heading to Cancun sounds horrible to me.
I sent pictures to Danny...I was RELIEVED when she messaged back that Dr. Carmona was pleased with the healing and to keep doing what I was doing. To me it didn't look much improved, but at this point I know he is more than willing to let me know if there is a concern. Felt great to hear and Manuka honey is doing the trick. I would do almost anything at this point to be healed up. The scar is the least of my concerns.
It has been awesome to see the swelling almost gone form my liposuction. I must say I look sculpted...can't believe this stomach is attached to me.
This morning I started to panic as I was hoping for almost healed wounds (wishful thinking) and was shocked. The realization made me think no healing had taken place. The thought of heading to Cancun sounds horrible to me.
I sent pictures to Danny...I was RELIEVED when she messaged back that Dr. Carmona was pleased with the healing and to keep doing what I was doing. To me it didn't look much improved, but at this point I know he is more than willing to let me know if there is a concern. Felt great to hear and Manuka honey is doing the trick. I would do almost anything at this point to be healed up. The scar is the least of my concerns.
It has been awesome to see the swelling almost gone form my liposuction. I must say I look sculpted...can't believe this stomach is attached to me.
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UPDATED FROM kitty2222
26 days post
Manuka Honey is my new favorite thing!!
I am shocked at how well the Manuka honey is working. My wounds are certainly have a ways to go, but FINALLY things look to be healing rather than getting worse. The honey tingles when I put it on, it isn't painful but certainly is doing something on the wounds. The wounds have filled in and don't look as gruesome.
Replies (3)
G
March 20, 2016
I believe gamma treated is preferred when intended for use on wounds. I am glad things are improving for you. Be sure to post updates of the healing.
C
March 20, 2016
how did you here about using this product ? further that's great news so glad it wasn't infected what a big relief
K
March 20, 2016
Research online after the doctor said to use honey. I just ordered another brand of it that is certified to be true Manuka honey. The one I am currently using is not...but it is still working. I just want this healed up ASAP. I will be thrilled when I only have scaring to worry about.
N
March 21, 2016
thank you SOOOO much for sharing your journey - it has really given me hope!!
K
March 22, 2016
Have you had surgery? Pretty sure my complication is somewhat normal but not to be expected. I wouldn't wish this on anyone. It is like watching paint dry waiting for this to heal.
N
March 22, 2016
Hey. No, I haven't had surgery (yet) Have severe asymmetry to fix and about also 100 pounds to lose first and no idea where to start. The scarring really scares me... am wondering if Vaser lipo could work for the reduction and then maybe fat transfer to the smaller one... I don't want implants, but not built for little boobs, so no idea what to do, really. I believe in honey though, so now I'm thinking that maybe the knife is an option after all...
K
March 22, 2016
Dr. Carmona will do scar revision once everything is healed. The areas that are closed up look amazing and I don't anticipate much of a scar. He is also really good at giving suggestions on the best procedure. With a 100lbs. to loose, have you thought of the gastric sleeve? Best decision I ever made!!
UPDATED FROM kitty2222
24 days post
Dr. Carmona called...
I guess my pictures were alarming to Dr. Carmona...me too. So he called me and went over the plan going forward.
No more hydrocolloid bandages as it was without a doubt making things worse. He believes the tight seal was keeping oxygen out and spreading bacteria. I am to keep washing with soap and water, then apply honey and put a dressing on. Do the honey 2x a day. Then hope for improvement. I am also to increase my protein. So more Ensure drinks and pray we get the healing started.
He was very nice on the phone and said to call him anytime. He also said it was his job to make sure everything healed. I appreciate him calling and discussing a path forward. Still really hoping there is no trip to Cancun in my near future.
The pictures are from yesterday...they look slightly better today after 24 hours with out the hydrocolloid bandages.
No more hydrocolloid bandages as it was without a doubt making things worse. He believes the tight seal was keeping oxygen out and spreading bacteria. I am to keep washing with soap and water, then apply honey and put a dressing on. Do the honey 2x a day. Then hope for improvement. I am also to increase my protein. So more Ensure drinks and pray we get the healing started.
He was very nice on the phone and said to call him anytime. He also said it was his job to make sure everything healed. I appreciate him calling and discussing a path forward. Still really hoping there is no trip to Cancun in my near future.
The pictures are from yesterday...they look slightly better today after 24 hours with out the hydrocolloid bandages.
Replies (4)
N
March 18, 2016
Glad your doing better today. I'm curious why you would put honey on the incision. Did he recommend that?
K
March 18, 2016
Yes, he said to do it. I am slightly terrified to try it, but makuna honey is supposedly a miracle wound healer and bacteria fighter. Sounds crazy to me but worth a shot if the doctor says it is better than neosporin.
G
March 19, 2016
I have used the sterilized medical honey formulated with and without a gelling/thickening agent. Both seem was effective but you might want to consider the viscosity during use.
C
H
March 19, 2016
Soooo sorry to hear about your rough recovery. You can buy Medihoney online (maybe in some drug stores), and i've seen research studies of it on open wounds that include pics and it works amazingly well, especially with hard-to-heal wounds (such as for diabetics when everything else had failed). The company website also has impressive pics....that would def be the best way to go. I pray things turn around for you, dear :)
N
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