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20 Years Old No Kids! Excited and Nervous - Chicago, IL

UPDATED FROM Mooshy94
3 days post

this was day 3

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Mooshy94
$5,190
I'm really really swollen its crazy. Anyone got tips?

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David  A. Ross, MD (retired)

David A. Ross, MD (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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September 16, 2014
Looking great!!!! Only a few days into it and the pics already show a big difference! Hope you're feeling better!
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September 16, 2014
Drink some pineapple juice for the swelling :)
September 16, 2014
Make sure to ask your Dr. About the swelling. U still look good ur waist! !!!
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September 17, 2014
Drinking lots of water and wearing your compression garment 24/7 should keep your swelling down. Hang in there, you're looking good and will look better each day.
UPDATED FROM Mooshy94
1 day post

Can't Believe I Really did it!!

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So my procedure was done yesterday and now I'm soo sore and stiff. I'm moving around the house like some sort of creature.
When I first arrived yesterday I was almost In shock of how quickly everything occured. My nurse Megan was very helpful once again. I peed I'm the cup then played on the phone for a bit. Very soon after the anesthesiologist gave me the IV And I'm terrified of needles but he worked well with me. Once the IV was in Dr. Ross came to mark me up and such. Next the anesthesiologist came back in and gave me the anesthetic and I was knocked out instantly. Next time I woke up I was done! I was draining so bad that they changed my first compression garment and gave me a new one. I was kinda loopy.
It was hard to sleep last night I didn't know if I should sleep on my back or side or stomach. I was so uncomfortable.
I'm actually seeing a huge difference in my stomach right now right above my pubic area. But Ross told me not to take the CG off until Sunday. I'm sooo excited. Anyone got tips for sleeping?

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September 13, 2014
After abdominal lipo I slept propped up with lots of pillows for the first week. It will get better with each day. Best wishes on your healing!
September 13, 2014
Awwww u on the flat side!!!! Happy healing! !
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September 13, 2014
I'm on day 18 and I am very happy with results! You will be happy too, because you can already see you are flatter and it only gets better. Wear your CG 24/7 at least until your Dr says otherwise. Welcome to the flat side!
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September 14, 2014
Congrats! I can see you are flatter :)
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September 14, 2014
I slept on my back for the first 2 weeks. It was hard because im a side sleeper, but being on my side was very uncomfortable first two weeks.
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September 15, 2014
How have you been?
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September 15, 2014
I've been okay! I feel like my swelling and soreness are a little longer than usual though post op is on Thursday so I'll know something then
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September 16, 2014
I hope everything goes well and is healing properly.
UPDATED FROM Mooshy94
7 days pre

8 Days! PreOp Was today!

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So my preop appointment was today. I had two wonderful nurses Meg & Maria were helping me out and Maria was especially hilarious and kind. Dr. Ross took photos and talked to me for a little bit which was nice. I'm getting more and more excited every day I'm so pumped. They gave me medicines and my prescriptions can't believe I'm so close to the big day!

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September 5, 2014
Best Wishes on your upcoming lipo :0)
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September 5, 2014
Thank you so much!
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September 5, 2014
YW! Do you have all your after care supplies and tarp for bed?
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September 5, 2014
Would you by chance have a list of those? and where I could find them??
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September 5, 2014
I can try my best because i only has smart-lio on arms but abs coming soon. In your pre-op they give you a list of meds to stay away from,smoking and alcohol. Did you receive that? No aspirin 2 weeks prior,Stop alcohol at least 1 week prior. Some one must drive you and stay with you for the first 24 hours,no exceptions. You can eat a normal breakfast or lunch before the procedure. A ate snack is okay if your surgery is at the end of the day. Please wear comfortable clothing. I wore yoga pants 1 size larger and bra with a zip up hoodie. No one piece outfits like maxi dresses. PLEAE SHOWER AND WASH HAIR DAY OF SURGERY.Do Not wear make-up,perfume or jewelry. Please leave valuables at home if they are not necessary for the surgery. Take your antibiotic the morning of surgery. If you smoke please limit or discontinue for at least 1 week post-op Smoking impedes circulation&prolongs healing time. Supplies Needed: Polysporin Paper tape Maxi Pads (Sanitary Napkins) Plastic sheets or tarp and old towels,this is for drainage. Band-aids Pineapple juice for swelling Vit c for bruising 1000mg
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September 5, 2014
Are they providing your compression garments,lipo foam?
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September 5, 2014
Days r flying by. R u nervous yet? I was not until the day before and then I was a crazy person. The best of luck.
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September 5, 2014
I'm not nervous I don't think it's hit me yet! This'll be my first surgery of any kind so it'll hit eventually! lol
September 6, 2014
Ur day is right around the corner! !!