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Last Year of my 20's, 2 Kids...being Comfortable in my Own Skin - Carmel, IN

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5 days post op

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ShellympkApril 7, 2016
WORTH IT$6,585
This is nothing like I expected. The pain has been manageable. Not as bad as I thought it would be. The swelling is intense, my stomach is hard and heavy. I wasn't antisipating this part of it. I'm bored and ready to be back to normal. This is a lot, I thought I had planned and thought of everything but you never know until you experience this. I haven't ever had surgery before. Ready to feel better!

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Janet Turkle, MD

Janet Turkle, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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thankfulmom
April 7, 2016
The first weeks are hard physically and emotionally.. hang in there, it gets better and better and you'll feel like yourself again soon.
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Shellympk
April 7, 2016
Thank you for the encouragement, I really need it right now. I know I have to be patient.
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shepherd083
April 12, 2016
How do you like your results? She did mine on April 6th! I go tomorrow for my pre-op. I am very swollen! Pain has been manageable besides the throwing up I had, but my belly button is looking a little scary to me! I've heard of people putting marbles in etc. IDK. I guess I will see what they say tomorrow! :)
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Shellympk
April 12, 2016
I like what I see, I'm still a bit swollen so im still a little wide. Lol my belly button looks weird, im not sure that it's supposed to look like this... It's black and doesn't really go in, it looks gross. I don't have another appointment until the 20th, I'll be interested to see what the doctor tells you about yours. I've seen the marble thing too, unsure of how that works considering mine doesn't appear to go in. I'm just as confused I think. Lol
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shepherd083
April 12, 2016
My next appt is the 20th too! Lol. I wonder if I can send u a pic of my belly button in a message? My right side isn't near as swollen as my left. I showed dr turkle my belly button today and she said it was just fine and they all look bad and turn out ok in the end. But idk :/
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shepherd083
April 12, 2016
By right side I mean my right side swelling isn't near as bad as my left side swelling. My left side has a lot more bruising also
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Shellympk
April 12, 2016
In opposite, my left was bruised and is more swollen than my right.
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Shellympk
April 12, 2016
I meant I'm
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Shellympk
April 12, 2016
It's good that she said nothing's wrong. Idk, I guess we have no choice than to wait and see
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shepherd083
April 13, 2016
Your right! Good luck with the rest of your recovery!
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charmin78
April 14, 2016
Did you ladies get to see Dr Turkle? I saw her for first visit. The rest have been with the nurses.
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Shellympk
April 15, 2016
I've only had one post-op visit and is was with dr Turkle.
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Shellympk
April 15, 2016
I've only been to 1 appointment so far.
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mcdanjm
May 5, 2016
I am scheduled with Dr. Harper on the 17th and I didn't know you could request the Exparel, did you like it better?
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mcdanjm
May 5, 2016
Sorry forgot to ask if you chose to also do that 10 day blood thinner shot Lovenox...I just figured since he is her associate you might have had some of the same thing asked of you.
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Cheer_babe
October 21, 2016
Hi thank you for sharing! Any new news that could be helpful for us who have surgery scheduled soon
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Day of treatment

Less than 2 hours

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ShellympkApril 1, 2016
I'm experiencing several different emotions, I'm at the point of no turning back I guess. Not sure how I should be feeling. I keep trying to picture the after results.

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thankfulmom
April 1, 2016
Best wishes to you today!! It is normal to have a lot of emotions before and after the surgery, you're going to do great! You picked a wonderful and caring PS, she did my surgeries also and I'm almost 3 yrs out now and still think it's the best thing I have ever done for myself. I'll be thinking of you today!! Can't wait to follow your journey.
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Shellympk
April 4, 2016
Thank you for your encouragement. I'm so glad I went through with the procedure. I agree Dr Turkle I'd great.
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TeamMe123
April 1, 2016
I understand how your feeling! I experienced the same thing. Even after surgery you may have some mixed emotions. Hang in there, it's something I'm sure you've wanted for years! I'm sure everything will go great!
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Shellympk
April 4, 2016
Thanks, everything turned out ok, I love my results so far. So I would say it's well worth it! Ps you look great!
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TeamMe123
April 4, 2016
Thank you! I'm so glad things went well and your happy with your results! How have you been feeling?
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Shellympk
April 4, 2016
I'm ok, I was sore the first couple of nights, but I'm feeling much better now. Seems to be getting better everyday. I think the Exparel was worth the extra money. How about you, how have you been feeling?
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TeamMe123
April 4, 2016
I agree, I think the Exparel helps a lot the first few days. I'm glad that your feeling better. I bet your happy that the surgery is finally over and now you can start the recovery process. I've been feeling pretty good! I mainly get sore in the evening and sleeping is still somewhat uncomfortable, but just as you said every day gets better:) Keep me posted on how your doing!
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pta12667
April 1, 2016
Can't wait to see your results! I know you're excited!
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Shellympk
April 4, 2016
Super excited? I plan on posting pics tomorrow! I'm loving my results!
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18 days pre

Finally doing it... Here are a couple before pics

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ShellympkMarch 13, 2016

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thankfulmom
March 19, 2016
Very best wishes for your surgery!! Dr. Turkle did my TT almost 3 years ago, and then I had the back done last Aug.. best thing I ever did for myself!!! I'm so excited for you, and you did pick the best Dr!! She is wonderful to work with.
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