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Watching Paint Dry
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.
Manuka Honey is my new favorite thing!!
Dr. Carmona called...
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.
Provider Review
Dr. Carmona is an incredible plastic surgeon. He has completely transformed my uneven breasts into beautiful breasts, I didn't think was possible. Other surgeons wanted to do a reduction plus implants...he is the KING of breast reduction/lifts. My breasts look full everywhere and certainly implants weren't needed. I have only been impressed. Dr. Carmona's patient coordinator Danny is top notch. Best coordinator I have worked with in terms of prompt and personal responses. I wish I was going to Cancun just to hang out with Danny and not have the recovery period. She is professional and kind, truly like an old friend. I find Cancun to be much more practical and laid back than Tijuana. Cancun you only need a EKG if you are over 40. Tijuana everyone is required. For me I think it is common sense medical practice and does not go overboard on precaution. I feel like the medical tourism is so competitive in Tijuana the surgeons have gone slightly overboard on precautionary measures. I don't for a second feel Dr. Carmona takes safety lightly, more the opposite. He knows what is necessary and does that, I feel confident in him as a surgeon because it is obvious he is confident in what he does.