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41 Year Old, 5ft 6 Inch at 185 Lbs, Mother to Four Kids, 19,18,11,10. - Cartagena, Columbia
UPDATED FROM MVA005
10 months post
11 months post opp
MVA005December 14, 2014
$8,000
Hi So its been a while ,
some of it i was busy some of it i didnt care. I just took to zumba and functional training. But i realise at my age i do needhelp with lipo cos life does get in the way . So here's the deal im going for my daughters major surgery and my liposuction to another surgeon. Shes getting multiple surgeries done . Id rather she get them done now verses when it matters verses after breeding and suffering body image issues. Im going for liposuction. My previous surgeon have asked me to mention that they kept following up with personal touch and asking how I was doing whivh they have . So if your big on personal sweet interaction over the phone please remove all prejudices and try them. As far as my nipple its gone quozimoto and looks terrible , my surgeon did mention tattoo painting a fake fill up around it
Ive decided against . I didnt undrstand i thought i was insured and that would help with rectifying . But i just cant trust myself given my particular situation under his knife once again . Though please dont take my case as a general consensus, you can check him out as he does have successes minus a few that turned out like me. As for me I want to move on and leave this behind me .
Oooh!!! Im getting lipo on my abdomen , bra rolls, back and shoulders . I will ask the new surgeon if he can rectify the botched up nipple.
some of it i was busy some of it i didnt care. I just took to zumba and functional training. But i realise at my age i do needhelp with lipo cos life does get in the way . So here's the deal im going for my daughters major surgery and my liposuction to another surgeon. Shes getting multiple surgeries done . Id rather she get them done now verses when it matters verses after breeding and suffering body image issues. Im going for liposuction. My previous surgeon have asked me to mention that they kept following up with personal touch and asking how I was doing whivh they have . So if your big on personal sweet interaction over the phone please remove all prejudices and try them. As far as my nipple its gone quozimoto and looks terrible , my surgeon did mention tattoo painting a fake fill up around it
Ive decided against . I didnt undrstand i thought i was insured and that would help with rectifying . But i just cant trust myself given my particular situation under his knife once again . Though please dont take my case as a general consensus, you can check him out as he does have successes minus a few that turned out like me. As for me I want to move on and leave this behind me .
Oooh!!! Im getting lipo on my abdomen , bra rolls, back and shoulders . I will ask the new surgeon if he can rectify the botched up nipple.
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UPDATED FROM MVA005
1 month post
Almost 5 weeks post op
MVA005March 12, 2014
Still dealing with my open wound on the left nipple. Its destroyed and still has yellow sluff preventing recovery. My surgeon in Columbia coordinated with wound care in Canada and ive been nursed by them for the past two weeks. My Surgeons team assured me that they would see me through right through the end , what ever that means. I just want my health, nipple and self back. I go everyday to eound care and watch as my wounds heal. Ive had three areas heal and two more to go. These two are the worst. I question my surgeon and blood work , did he miss anything or overlooked or ignored stuff that would have indicated such poor healing? I have had wound openings on 70% of my sutures. With the horrible nipple. I have no issues with their service but do question their experience and understanding of patient care or what a patient would need after so many procedures. I had to repeatedly ask for affiliated wound care and get their attention on my oozing wounds after fever and chill s on the 4-5th days post op. Whats done is done now moving forward, I just have to be as goal oriented and see this thing through. I have yet to lose 10 inches off my waist hips and 6off my b oobs. So im half way there. Its been frustrating trying uncomfortable and overwhelming but am proud of the way ive managed and conducted myself. So im hoing to keep going .
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May 6, 2014
Hi Hun!!! How are you doing?? How is your TT healing? You happy with those results?? How about your boobie? Hope to hear from you soon! =) hugs!!
May 6, 2014
Hey there! Im doing fine, the healing is in progress. Im not really happy with the results. My weight is the same minus the tummy flap. My nipple looks busted and terrible. My boobs and tummy has
uneven distribution of fat. Im not happy with my results. Ive done everything
possible to keep a positive attitude but it is what it is.
I had started walking 3miles a day four
weeks post op and since last two weeks substituted it with 5days of zumba at my
gym. I just want some positives as in
results, out of all the agony and financial
strain ive undertaken. Im doing the best I can. I went into this coz I couldn't stand to look at myself and what id become and im still right back there coz I cant stand the busted boob job and TT. Im sorry im extremely frustrated and disappointed.
How are you ? How is your healing ? Did you have help? I hope you did. I lacked the care and help that was required .Finally how are your results? Are you satisfied with them. Thanks for your concern . Im so used to being isolated with my problems that I forget there are genuine people who care about what happens to others....lol.. I hope you get the best results and get what u wanted out of all of it.
I shouldnt have gone out of country . I ended up spending same amount of money as the quotes I got from doctors here. At least the insurance here would have helped me rectify the issues. My surgeon calls to follow up. But im beyond sweet talk and useless appreciation . I just needed results for my effort and money and thats the top and bottom line for me. I dont have energy for [RS bleep].
December 1, 2015
I'm so sorry about your situation. This coupled with the fake reviews has caused me to reconsider that surgeon. There are two other people that went down there and had surgery but I have not seen them post since the surgery date.
December 1, 2015
I just went for a revision tummy tuck consultation here in Toronto , turns out the surgeon seeing the results said the work was done right but the recovery wasnt taken care of in right manner and that going into surgery through blood work That should have been made clear . But he did commend Dr Campbells work and results on my body . I had multiple surgeries done and didnt have family close by so i guess in that state it was hardon me . Im looking to go for revision tummy tuck cuz he didnt do a complete one cuz of the multiple surgeries so im going for a complete one now . I really dont want to discourage ppl from Dr Campbell , every one heals differently so id suggest u gi through ur blood work with ur dr family physician and see what u need to prepare gor ur surgery and then knowing u will recover well and have someone with you then it shld be easier . He does have some great results and is a very nice surgeon unfortunately for one case i dont want his talent to be overlooked. Just prepare well where ever you decide . Care about your health and know your body and dont be ashamed to say no.
August 23, 2014
are you please able to update us? how are you? I have been checking your review for the last month every day almost.
UPDATED FROM MVA005
19 days post
a mess
MVA005February 22, 2014
Im so sad and disappointed with the way my left nipple looks. I've waited so long and did all I could for this makeover but am so d issappointed by this. I wanted to feel and look great not look great by being deformed. I hav no doc here for help and nobody to make it right. Everyday I nurse my wounds , adding expense on expense and my sadness has no limit. I regret going abroad for surgery.
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February 22, 2014
I'm so sorry you are going thru this! Have you been back to see your doctor? If so, what are they saying/doing for you? I originally planned on going abroad for surgery but after giving it a LOT of thought, I decided to stay in the US. Please take care and keep us posted. I'll say a prayer for you.
February 22, 2014
The surgeon and his team from abroad ask me to be patient and keep nursing the wound . But that doesnt help. They keep asking how im doing and say everything is normal. Im just so scared. I want to take the appropriate course of action but dont know what to do . I dont want this to get further out of control.
February 22, 2014
Looks as if u are spitting stitch es. Pls have it looked at by a doc. Or a wound care nurse at least.
February 22, 2014
Yup I will . Trying to contact the right person , its the weekend , hopefully on monday I will start sorting this out. Thanks u guys means a lot . I was feeling so isolated and lonely with this. Thanks a lot
February 22, 2014
You need to go your local ER or Primary care physician. That infection needs to be looked at. Hoping for the best. Will say a prayer for you :-)
February 23, 2014
I'm so sorry you are going through this. Please go to see a doctor about the infection sooner rather than later. Praying for healing for you.
February 23, 2014
Thanks for the prayers and support. I will be going to my doc on monday. The surgeon in Columbia didn't see it as necessary just yet coz they predict same wound care but have determined I would need corrective reconstructive surgery for the botched one . They very simply apologised and e mpathised and here im left with a gaping hole in my boob. Im scared of things unravelling and getting out of control. I will hav to spend more for this. I wonder how insurance works. I did sign insurance papers before surgery.
February 23, 2014
I'm soooo SORRY to read and see your pain! Are you still in Columbia? Your breast needs to be medically addressed as soon as possible...did your ps state how that could have happened? I'm really sorry! I'm praying for you!
February 23, 2014
Thanks for the support and prayers. My PS prescribed wound care for me and so I nurse the wounds myself following a set procedure. They apologise but give no explanation what made this happen and no indication as to how it will be resolved. They just asked me to think positive and wait on it. I did sign insurance papers and need to know how to get this resolved.
February 23, 2014
get a 2nd opinion!!!! so if you go back you can tell them WHATS wrong cause you will know from what the other doc tells you....
February 23, 2014
Sounds right but im not going back . I'd rather get the correction done here where I can physically follow up.
February 23, 2014
Do you have a copy of the insurance papers you signed before your surgery? Does it cover costs when you return to the US? I think I would be asking them for more info on it and did they do a culture to find out what kind of infection it is so you can start treatment. Praying for you sweetie!!!
February 23, 2014
They've been very hush hush and didn't share results just said its culture was normal , then finally acknowledged infection. I hav a few papers in Spanish . Not sure insurance papers but will start the follow up. I was just told abt insurance not its specifics. Im scared coz so far its been nothing but a lose lose situation .
February 23, 2014
No im at home in Canada. I came here 13 days post op. I m nursing my wounds ever since according to prescription and waiting for it to heal. Im eating fine and have no fever but am extremely exhausted all the time.
February 24, 2014
Sorry to hear what has happened to you. Hope you get well soon. An infection is not good and needs to be taken care of soon. I am praying for you.
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