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28 Years Old, Ready for the New Me - Columbus, GA

Name: 28 Years Old, Ready for the New Me - Columbus, GA
Item: Thomas A. Cochran, Jr, MD (in memoriam)
Author: ke81425

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So I have been searching and searching and I...

ke81425February 23, 2016

So I have been searching and searching and I finally made a decision. I schedule my surgery for May 16 with Dr. Cochran Columbus, Ga. My procedure consist of a breast reduction w/lift, tummy tuck w/ liposuction I'm still undecided if I'm going to do the fat transfer. As time approaches quickly I'm getting more nervous. Is there anyone who can let me know how much pain to expect?

ke81425's provider

Thomas A. Cochran, Jr, MD (in memoriam)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Replies (8)

niknak10

February 23, 2016

Everyone's pain level is different. Personally for me is was more soreness than pain and I only really felt anything when I got up to go to the bathroom. I didn't take any of my pain medication, I felt like I didn't need it.

ke81425

February 23, 2016

Oh okay Thanks

Flymom7

February 25, 2016

Congrats in scheduled for 4/20 with Doctor Cochran for a extended TT... I know we both are going to look great once we are on the flat side....I'm going to follow your journey ...

mrsgeorgiagal

February 25, 2016

I think if you take it easy and stay ahead of the pain with the meds provided, you should be good. You will need help though! Try and get a walker and power lift recliner (you can rent one) for your recovery. I am nervous too, but you will love your results! I am excited for you and will follow you!

ke81425

February 27, 2016

I'm excited too but very nervous. Thanks for the support

Dorene33

February 25, 2016

I had my surgery September 23rd. The first few days you will feel a burning on the incision and you back is what is going to hurt the most. My husband had to help me out of the recliner which I lived in the first 2 weeks.

I had a lift with implant exchange. Tummy tuck with lipo.

ke81425

February 27, 2016

Thanks

kj121402

March 26, 2016

First 2 days were difficult and much better after that. You definitely need help at home!! I didn't like the pain meds and was on 500mg if Tylenol after the first day. The incision wasn't painful at all like you'd think. The lipo areas of my flanks are what was sore.

UPDATED FROM ke81425

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ke81425May 10, 2016

I'm so excited my its almost time for the big day. Although I'm really nervous I'm just ready to get it over with. I will post my before pics tomorrow.

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Dorene33

May 10, 2016

Good luck. Your in good hands! He is a great surgeon with a kind heart!

UPDATED FROM ke81425

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ke81425May 19, 2016

I had my surgery on yesterday and the hardest thing for my to is walk. The pain just felt like it was unbearable. I actually cried, but other than that Dr. Cochran was very nice honest and open. Anything I needed to know any questions I had he answered.

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Dorene33

May 20, 2016

Wow congrats!! If you have any question just ask.

kj121402

May 20, 2016

I did the same thing when I got home and had to get out of the car! Omg!!! Should have been in an SUV

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