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47 Years Old, Body is no longer a Wreck! : -) Carmel, IN
UPDATED FROM jo1119
1 year post
Just checking in!
jo1119May 21, 2015
WORTH IT$11,000
Hello All,
Well I am 13 months post op! I am so very happy with my results. I have gained 10lbs, so I need to work on that. Scars healing nicely. I did not have the small fat pad removed. I thought, you know what, I have had awesome results, no complications etc... I am not going to push fate. However, I have had Botox in lines on forehead. Results ok, Dr. will use more next time or will have to get Juvederm in frown lines.
Side note to anyone considering surgery, go for it!! But pre-exercise is a must. Strengthen your legs and back. It made my recovery so much easier. Bye for now!
Well I am 13 months post op! I am so very happy with my results. I have gained 10lbs, so I need to work on that. Scars healing nicely. I did not have the small fat pad removed. I thought, you know what, I have had awesome results, no complications etc... I am not going to push fate. However, I have had Botox in lines on forehead. Results ok, Dr. will use more next time or will have to get Juvederm in frown lines.
Side note to anyone considering surgery, go for it!! But pre-exercise is a must. Strengthen your legs and back. It made my recovery so much easier. Bye for now!
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UPDATED FROM jo1119
9 months post
Been awhile!!!
jo1119January 12, 2015
Hello All, It has been awhile since I updated. I am doing great, scars healing great. I will have a small revision due to a small pooch in lower abdomen. Dr. feels it is a piece of fat pad. I didn't even notice, the Dr. noted area during my follow up visit. I also had botox treatment for frown lines and have been very satisfied. I just want to tell any new Realself gals to exercise prior to surgery. The strength in my legs and arms truly helped during my recovery. I am no spring chicken, so I firmly believe that being fit was instrumental in healing without complications.
I no longer have swelling but do have an occasional day that numbness of abdomen plagues me. Just weird but is further apart all the time. Good luck to all you beautiful ladies.
I no longer have swelling but do have an occasional day that numbness of abdomen plagues me. Just weird but is further apart all the time. Good luck to all you beautiful ladies.
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UPDATED FROM jo1119
3 months post
Confession
jo1119July 28, 2014
Well hello all,
I have to confess that I am back at my presurgery weight. I am so upset with myself. My eating has been crazy!!! I am so disappointed. My surgery was really successful, so why am I sabatogging myself. The summer months are always the hardest. I hope that if I start visiting you all again, it will inspire me. Thank you for listening.
I have to confess that I am back at my presurgery weight. I am so upset with myself. My eating has been crazy!!! I am so disappointed. My surgery was really successful, so why am I sabatogging myself. The summer months are always the hardest. I hope that if I start visiting you all again, it will inspire me. Thank you for listening.
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July 28, 2014
I'm sorry your weight is up, I know it's always been a constant battle for me. I hope you get your motivation back soon, you're looking good this far. Thanks for passing!
July 28, 2014
Lol, posting not passing! I hate that this sight won't let me correct typos!
July 28, 2014
You know what, Jo? Me too... I originally lost 7 lbs after surgery and it's back now... The good news is the flab isn't... I still have a better shape and I'm sure you do too... Let's make a pact... From today on, we'll be good! Let's not let all this hard work and recovery go to waste! I do the low carb thing and have started just today, as a matter of fact, to get back on track. Keep me posted :)
July 29, 2014
I for sure understand the weight 'thing', don't beat yourself up about it though, today is a new day, and start from now. Low carbs, low sugar..lots of veggies and good proteins. You CAN do it. Slow is OK. I have done WW a few times, and it is a good plan, healthy eating. Thanks for posting your pics, the scars look great, are you using any scar therapy?
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