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Long Overdue TT & Lipo. Columbus, GA

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Getting nervous, my surgery is in 7 days and I'm a...

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mydreamn2016
WORTH IT$6,225
Getting nervous, my surgery is in 7 days and I'm a ball of emotions but looking forward to this transition. I'm going to be off work for a good little while so I'm going to slow walk my recovery and take my time so that my body will heal the way I am praying that it will. I will keep everyone posted on my journey and thank you all for sharing your stories and inspiring me. This website has been a wealth of information and I'm so grateful for everyone that decided to share their personal journey, it's helped me with making a life changing decision.

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

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

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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April 7, 2016
Thanks for sharing your journey as well. I love this website I have learned so much info and what to expect. Wishing you the best!!
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April 9, 2016
Thank you and yes this site has been a lifesaver and a wealth of info...love it!!!
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April 7, 2016
Hi!! Thanks for posting! Did he say you needed tummy tuck? You look smaller than me and he told me I only needed lipo. I look forward to following your journey. XOXO
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April 9, 2016
I haven't had my consult yet b/c I'm out of town. I have a pouch underneath there so I think I'll need a TT and he saw my pics that I sent in and said I needed one, I hate my think thighs do I'm debating getting that done if it's not too expensive.
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April 9, 2016
Okay, I was just curious. Adding on lipo is usually only a couple hundred more per area, so I say go for it! You will be happy with your results!
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April 10, 2016
Yeah I am getting excited time is moving fast now...also I have two children so that's why he probably decided on the TT and not just the lipo, he does include the flanks back n waist in his pricing but these thighs have got to go too lol
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April 7, 2016
Thanks for posting! My surgery with dr Cochran is April 25...you look great already! I know you can't wait until your surgery..
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April 7, 2016
Mines is May 26...I am ready as well. Hope yours goes very well!
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April 9, 2016
Thank you and yesssss I can't wait but I'm so nervous right now, I've wore myself out with looking at this site all day/every day lol
April 7, 2016
I went yesterday!! Good luck!
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April 7, 2016
How are you feeling Jojoisback69? Glad to hear from you :)
April 8, 2016
I feel awesome! Hardly no pain at all
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April 8, 2016
Wow girl you are tough, I feel a lot better now. Thanks :)
April 8, 2016
That's what my stepmom said. Lol I went in expecting the worst. Came out pain was at 7. A few hours later i was good.
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April 8, 2016
What are you taking? Just what they prescribe or did you ask for something extra?
April 8, 2016
Ask him for dilaudid and a nausea patch. The patch worked wonders. They give you a nausea pill but everyone throws up afterwards. I didn't. I think that's what saved me.
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April 9, 2016
So glad you're doing good!!! Can't wait to see your results!!!
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April 9, 2016
I am going to def ask him for the patch, I wonder if he will give me some percocets instead of Norco??? Hopefully he will...
April 9, 2016
Yes my friend got percocets.
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April 9, 2016
You will be fine. I was so nervous before and the day of surgery. Once you are sedated you won't know what's going on anyway. It is just the after effect. I'm still in a little pain not as bad as the next day after surgery. You will be able to get through it. Just pray and stay positive.
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April 9, 2016
Thanks lady, I'm staying prayed up and I'm as ready as I can be, I'm also wondering how long before you saw the Dr again for follow up appt, 3-5days???
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Purchased supplies

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I've been purchasing items for a few weeks. Some of the items are for after the healing of the scar, like the oils & scar away etc. Compression garments are from Marena & Veroniqie, epi foam lipo foam is from biodermis...

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April 10, 2016
Yes definitely the silicone strips. I wonder how long do you have to wait before you can start using the scar treatments? You are ready to go...think positive :)
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April 12, 2016
Not sure but I think it's after your wound closes up. I saw some people say they waited until 6weeks after...I'm going to ask the Dr today when I see him.
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April 10, 2016
Hi, Can I ask what All are you getting Lipo?
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April 10, 2016
I'm getting a TT and he lipos the flanks, waist and back. I also asked for my arms n thighs n chin...I may skip the outer thigh area and only do the inner area but I have to wait until my consult on Tuesday.
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April 12, 2016
You think like me. Lol. I've been gathering supplies as well. Nothing would be worse than paying all of this money for the surgery and not having everything that you need to optimize your results.
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April 19, 2016
You are so right!!!
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I took these pics today to show my stomach area, I've always pretty much sucked it in but I'm so over that now...it's got to go. I can finally breath from my diaphragm ???????????????? my husband couldn't believe my pooch was bigger than a pooch, hahaha I've been fooling him for years...????

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