Goodbye to the Pouch, and the Batwings While I'm at It - Chicago, IL
First of all, I am 27 years old and after losing...
First of all, I am 27 years old and after losing around 150 pounds (on my own, no surgery), I have decided to get a tummy tuck and an arm lift. I lost the vast majority of the weight within a 2 year span and have kept it off for about 4 years. I've put on a bit here an there, I've plateaued around 185 after getting down to 155 at one point which was incredibly unhealthy (I looked like a melting skeleton----keep in mind that I'm nearly 6 ft tall). It goes without saying that I have a significant amount of loose skin that really impedes my lifestyle. I haven't been able to comfortably wear anything that would fit at the waist (due to the unsightly hanging pouch) nor have I been able to wear garments with anything less than a 3/4 sleeve due to the batwings. It'll be nice to finally be able to dress appropriately for outdoor activities and general summer weather. I may even get the nerve to put on a bathing suit without wearing a loose shirt over it!
Anyway, I had my initial consult on July 18th. My PS and her staff were completely awesome and made me feel very comfortable. She told me that both procedures combined will take around 5 hours and I should expect great results. Also, apparently I don't need any lipo (like I expected I would) as she commented, "You already did that for me!".
As for preparation, I've bought a few loose sleeveless sundresses to wear whilst healing and I've picked up a shower seat. Any suggestions as to other items that would be helpful during recovery?
Admittedly, I'm a bit nervous as this will be my first surgery ever---and what a doozy it'll be! I've never even had stitches! Well, I guess I'm jumping right into the deep end, eh?
I went in on Monday to pay my physician's fee and...
Other than that, I designating today as a big cleanup and prep day---we're cleaning the apartment until it's spotless, making it a bit more gimp-friendly ;), and making a run to Target for some necessities----new bedsheets, a TV tray, antibacterial soap, etc. I've already picked up some new towels, new pillows, some comfy PJs, moist towelettes, and a shower seat.
I also took care of some more serious issues such as putting my fiance as POD on my bank accounts. It may be a bit morbid, but in the very slim chance that something does happen, I'd like things to be able to be managed with relative ease.
I've been told all the basics: no eating/drinking after midnight the day before, shower the night before and the day of with an antibacterial soap, etc. My surgery is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. on Monday, but I have to be there at 6:30 a.m. The surgical center is in the center of downtown Chicago, so I'm not looking forward to that traffic (thankfully my fiance is driving)!
That's about all I have pre-surgery. I'm nervous as all hell, but I'm assured that it'll be okay. My PS told me that if I can handle extensive tattooing (which I can and have), I'll be able to handle this pain with no problem. I think that she's just trying not to worry me! :)
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Yikes. Less than two days! Heck, closer to a day...
I picked up my prescription yesterday----40 325 mg oxycodone/acetaminophen tablets. I sure hope that'll be enough!
Nervous...
P.S. I've also uploaded an icky "before" picture of the tummy.
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