31 Years Old, Stubborn Fat on Stomach, Tumescent Lipo of the Stomach with Fat Transfer to Breasts - Chicago, IL

May 27, 2014

Good luck with your procedure! I think the nerves waiting for the procedure are almost as bad as the recovery! Can't wait to hear about your experience and follow your transformation!

holisticmom

May 27, 2014

Good luck hotmamamin wondering if your doctor recommended the brava for tissue expansion and better fat graft retension? Also what cup size did he say you could go to? I'm considering the same procedure but I'm older and more medical issues so still researching to see if it's an option for me. As long as your doctor has done many fat transfers to breasts with good longterm out comes 2-3 years with no size difference than it's a good choice. In my research it makes a huge difference as to how experienced the doctor is in fat graft to breast and how many they have done. Good luck! Post some pics afterwards

May 28, 2014

Hi Holisticmom! I have not heard of brava? The doctor I am using is highly recommended so I am confident with his ability. We did not really discuss size, I am a small C cup and my breasts have become deflated looking from breastfeeding, so his goal is to give my breasts some of that lost volume back. He said I could expect maybe a half cup size increase which I am happy with considering I just want my bras to fit the way they should! I will post after pictures so you can see the results!

May 28, 2014

Ask for the stronger narcotic, Percocet, for pain, and Zofran for nausea. This procedure HURTS. And Vicoden won't cut it! Believe me. But don't fear, "No Pain, No Gain" is true in this aspect---but also remember that pain is transient--it's WORTH it......................I just had this same procedure done on May 15 (with a few more twists--check out my blog).......I also posted lots of advice on another gal's blog of things to buy beforehand. I'll do that for you too, as you probably wouldn't think of these things.................. Also, buy a seamless girdle (Spanx?) that you can wear after you get sick of your HUGE compression garment. My surgeon's nurse told me to stop wearing my compression garment because the zippers can leave permanent marks (because the skin is so malleable after lipo). Unfortunately I then wore underwear to bed and the elastic band left an indentation that won't go away. It's HORRIBLE, but luckily I still have to go back for phase 2 of my procedure, in which case my surgeon can fix that. But since you will probably have this procedure done once, don't make my mistake! So go out and buy several maxi dresses, you can wear after surgery, which don't have waist bands--and plan on going commando (no undies) for several weeks-months.............Last, like other gals are hinting at, your surgeon should be able to give you hopes that a whole cup size of fat will survive (30% usually dies). From someone who has had plastic surgery more than once, you want to make sure this guy is extremely skilled in AFT to breasts. He may be nice and charismatic, but what you NEED is a skilled artist. It's worth it to pay more money and have the procedure done right the first time. Take it from someone who knows, as I'm sure many other women here can attest........We're rooting for you, Honey.

May 29, 2014

Thank you so much for this information! It is so kind of you to help me out! I will definitely take your advice and get spanx and maxi dresses- that makes complete sense. I will ask him for a percoset prescription. I already filled my vicodin, so I am not sure if I can get another one. I actually already read your review, and it was the reason I wanted to blog about my procedure! You were so in depth that it helped me get alot of questions answered that I did not think to ask the doctor. I have a few follow up questions for you if you don't mind: 1. I saw you had a lot of drainage- do you think I am ok having dark grey towels to lay on or should I go get black ones? 2. Were you awake for your procedure? If so, did you have any pain while they were doing it? Any tips to make it more comfortable for me? 3. How long was it until you saw results? Thank you so much for your help!

May 29, 2014

I just wasted hours looking for coupons that didn't exist and wasted expensive ink, printing coupons I don't need. So I'll have to give you a more in depth answer later.................Whatever the color of towels, just know that they might get stained. Oxy clean has peroxide, which helps to remove blood stains, but no matter what lies companies spew, peroxide is NOT color safe. How do you think Marilyn Monroe got her blonde hair? (Can you tell I'm still pissed about my time and ink that was wasted? Grrrr)........Darn straight you better not be awake. Some Canadian woman just blogged about her doc having to stop the procedure before he could transfer her fat into her breasts because she was in so much pain! Talk about malpractice. (I've heard of doctors having their patients stay in a slightly awake mode so they can turn over during lipo. But those patients for sure received localized analgesic).........And ask for a cocktail of Zofran, Benedryl, & Dexamethasone (small amount of Dex- its a steroid) to be administered with the anesthesia to help keep you from getting nauseas.......I also got a good antiemetic after my foot surgery that helped with pain--different than Zofran. I'll look for the bottle and post that later.....Benadryl also helps with the itchiness and middle of the night strange alertness/sleeplessness (ask your doc's permission first)........And go buy disposable or washable bed liners for bed-wetters......I'll add more later. I hope I didn't repeat myself sorry if I did......Oh. And I'm looking MUCH better, though still scary to my children. I'll update my post as soon as I write my horrible return journey story.....You couldn't even begin to imagine.....Oh my....

May 29, 2014

ALSO.........Take 2 Percocets with a Zofran every 4 hours, during the first 3-5days (don't even try to wait til the sixth hour) unless you don't need it. I didn't realize I could take more than one Percocet until the worst of it was over. OMGsh---I SURE could have used the extra pain relief!.......Narcotics are highly addictive; so only take what you need.....And it's not like you'll be in chronic pain and will be on these drugs for a long time. But allow yourself to use the maximum amount prescribed when you're feeling your worst. It will help you to sleep and thus heal. There's no reason to suffer. Just make sure you keep a notebook and pen beside you with your phone so you can keep track of how many you take and when. If you don't trust yourself, have your helper keep tabs. But for sure she or he won't be awake when you are--and it's 3am, you're in pain and you have to pee but you can't even get up....Now I better get to bed because I'm still healing!

May 30, 2014

That sucks about your coupons! Thank you for all of the advice! I am having the tumescent lipo procedure so you are awake (but heavily medicated) and they only use local anesthesia with the tumescent fluid. I watched someones youtube video of their procedure and it looks pretty nerve wrecking (although it appeared she really didn't know what was going on from the medication she was on).

tammyrose

June 6, 2014

I am the Canadian woman and I was awake and I did ask them to stop because of my adverse effect from the medication. It is nerve wrecking and completely emotional. Just be prepared for the emotional if it comes because I was not! And I chose to take it easy in the pain meds after because I am at home with my daughter and I could not be wrecked from pain killers to be present with her. My doctor was amazing, I had close to no bruising from my lipo and hardly any on my breasts. I pray that your procedure goes well and you love the results!

June 15, 2014

Hi tammyrose! I have a few questions that I have not gotten any feedback on and since you had the same procedure as me, can you tell me if you have any comments on any of these? 1. Did you get a shot of ketamine for your nerves? 2. Did you have to remove your nail polish? 3. Did you take anything in the OR with you like an ipod etc? 4. Did you end up with saggy skin? Thanks!

May 29, 2014

I'm reading all of these posts, and I'm thinking your procedure is not going to be as intense as some because you are not having implants removed!? Right?? There is definitely pain, but I didn't have bleeding or leaking. I laid a towel under me the first night, but never had any issues. I was on Norco for pain took it the day of surgery and the next two days. I set an alarm on my phone to take it in the middle of the night. I was told you don't want to miss a dose. The other really handy thing for me was smooth move tea, it helps with constipation, and worked wonderfully! They office gave me one compression garment and one surgical bra. I bought another compression garment (from the office because it was nice and comfy) so I could switch off for washing, and I bought a package of Genie bras from target. Those are super nice, but I would wait to see what size you will need. I also had no appetite the first four days so I bought several protein bars to have by my bed. The doctors office gave me a med for nausea, it was a sticker they stuck behind my ear and it was good for three days, I was super nauseous when I came out if surgery, but once I had that it was gone and never dealt with it again. I could find out what that was if you're interested. If I think of more tips I'll post later.

May 30, 2014

Thank you for the information Lola! No, I am not having implants removed. How long did you wear your compression garment? I was told I have to wear it for 3 weeks but it seems like most people on here are out of it within a few days. Did you wear your genie bra under it? Did you have the tumescent lipo procedure where you are awake or were you under anesthesia? Thank you for your help!

May 30, 2014

OMG I just read your blog and your results are AMAZING! I am more excited than ever now, because your body before is very similar to mine. Dr. Memar said he was going to take fat from my upper and lower abdomen, my love handles and my bra line but I am going to ask him to take from my thighs too- your legs look great! What is your bra size now that the swelling has gone down?

May 30, 2014

Thank you! I'm super happy with my results. I'm still wearing a 32 DDD, it's a tiny bit gappy along the top once I'm settled in, but I've tried a DD and it's just way too small. I had traditional lipo, whatever that's called?! I was knocked out with general, my sister works for my PS and she said lipo was not a procedure you wanted to be awake for, and I'm glad I wasn't. I watched some of those videos when the patient is under twilight too, before I knew what my PS did. My compression garmet started just above my belly button and went down to right below my knees. I was told I could take it off after the first couple of weeks, but encouraged to wear it longer because it helps hold stuff in place while you heal. I actually liked wearing them, it was kind of comforting. I wore the compression pants for four weeks, 24/7 except for showers of course, then wore them just at night for another two! I probably over did it, but no ripples or bulges here!!! So as for the genie bras, I wore those in place of the surgical bra that I wore home from my procedure. I wore the surgical bra for the first week and then switched over to the genies. They are just super soft and very supportive. Can't wait to follow your procedure. I know a lot if women on hear complain about the scars from the lipo incisions, my PS only used two, one on each hip bone, just make sure you know where your marks are going to be. The scars aren't big, but they will be noticeable if they aren't placed right. Especially if you're going to show off your new body in a bikini!!!!

May 31, 2014

Is the Genie bra constricting? Does it put any pressure on the breasts? I'm still wearing my 32D bra with the cups cut out so they won't constrict my breasts in any way.....you're smart never to have gotten those nasty implants. They really ruin the breasts--especially when they rupture.

May 31, 2014

No, the genie bra is not constricting. They are supportive. Others on Real Self have recommended them too.

June 1, 2014

I actually just got the genie bra 2 pack today at bed bath and beyond and they are great! They have the support of a regular bra but have a lot of stretch and are super soft. I am currently a 34 c or 32 d and I needed the large size.

June 1, 2014

Depending on how much fat is being injected and your swelling that may not fit after your procedure. I needed the large after my procedure, before my procedure I was a 34 B.

June 6, 2014

How many days were you in pain? When did you go back to work? I am off for 4 days after my procedure and I am wondering if it is enough...

June 6, 2014

I don't work outside of the home. I had help with the kids (5 & 2) for seven days. I felt pretty good, just slow and tired, on day 8. I don't think four is enough, I'd give yourself at least a week!

UPDATED FROM hotmamamin

5 days pre

Less than a week away!

hotmamaminJune 12, 2014

I am getting pretty nervous about the procedure now that I am closer to getting it done. I am obviously also excited at the same time. I went to Victoria Secret and got a comfy pair of sweatpants and a loose shirt last night to wear the day of (semi-annual sale). I wish I could have bought a few bras since they are so cheap but I wasn't sure what size to buy! A few questions I have for ladies that have had this done:

1. My doctor said he could give me ketamine for nerves- has anyone else gotten this? What was your experience like?

2. Did you have to remove your nail polish? It is not on my pre-op instructions and I am only getting local anesthesia.

3. Did you bring anything into the OR with you? Like an ipod, socks etc?

4. I have a few stretch marks from when I was pregnancy and I read somewhere that if you have stretch marks then you don't have much elasticity in your skin. Now I am worried I am going to have saggy skin where I get the lipo. Did anyone end up with saggy skin?

If anyone could give me their feedback on experiences you have had with any of these topics I would really appreciate it!!

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UPDATED FROM hotmamamin

Day of treatment

Getting Ready!

hotmamaminJune 18, 2014

I am waiting to go in and start my medicine and I am getting really nervous! I am super excited too! I will post an update with my pre-op and post-op pictures as soon as I am able!

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