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I'm in love with my new body. *2nd massage *stiches *garments
Okay, Today I feel in love with my new body. What a transformation and huge change ????????????. See pics. 9 days post.
I went for my second massage and what a relief to my body. The massage was a tad bit painful in some areas but it was bearable. I tried my best to relax and think about other things to distract myself from the pain. At the end of the massage I felt like a big weight was lifted. I felt brand new. Btw I am no longer sore. I do have some bruises and is still swollen but it is so much better. After the massage my garment fit a lot better.
I met with the doctor and he was surprised by my progress and said I'm doing very well. The medical assistant removed my stitches. I have a total of 12 sutures. It wasn't painful to remove the stitches at all, in some areas it felt like a pinch.
My garment is too big for me, I no longer feel a compression. I went to Lipo Express and purchased a new garment in a size M. After I tried the new garment and put my old garment back on I realized how comfortable the first garment is (now that I have something to compare it to). The new garment do not have the bra area, the sleeves are a little shorter and so is the leg parts (it's not the short leg). Basically it's right in the middle of the short legged garment and the knee length garment (see pics). This garment is ideal for when I go out, especially the fact it covers all my areas that I Lipo. The sales associate told me about a location where I can get my current garment altered. I'm excited abt that because nothing beats the comfort of the Faja D'prada. I also purchased a Lipo foam board.
I went for my second massage and what a relief to my body. The massage was a tad bit painful in some areas but it was bearable. I tried my best to relax and think about other things to distract myself from the pain. At the end of the massage I felt like a big weight was lifted. I felt brand new. Btw I am no longer sore. I do have some bruises and is still swollen but it is so much better. After the massage my garment fit a lot better.
I met with the doctor and he was surprised by my progress and said I'm doing very well. The medical assistant removed my stitches. I have a total of 12 sutures. It wasn't painful to remove the stitches at all, in some areas it felt like a pinch.
My garment is too big for me, I no longer feel a compression. I went to Lipo Express and purchased a new garment in a size M. After I tried the new garment and put my old garment back on I realized how comfortable the first garment is (now that I have something to compare it to). The new garment do not have the bra area, the sleeves are a little shorter and so is the leg parts (it's not the short leg). Basically it's right in the middle of the short legged garment and the knee length garment (see pics). This garment is ideal for when I go out, especially the fact it covers all my areas that I Lipo. The sales associate told me about a location where I can get my current garment altered. I'm excited abt that because nothing beats the comfort of the Faja D'prada. I also purchased a Lipo foam board.
6 day post op...
It's been 6 day since sugery day and I'm feeling better. Swelling has definitely decreased. I started taking Bromelain and Arnica since Tuesday night. I'm not sure if it helped with swelling or not but I will definitely say to take it. U are supposed to take them 2-3 day pre sugery and continue with it for 7-10 days after surgery. Someone from RS suggested and I'm so thankful they did. I purchased both items from GNC for less than $15 bucks.
I had my massage appointment today but had to reschedule. My BF has been massaging me here and there but it doesn't compare to the massage the lady gave me. I still have pain on my side, back arms and armpit. My boyfriend has been helping with shower and putting the garment on.
Yesterday I had my first outting, I went to Olive Garden for some soup (yum). I tried to walk as normal as I can but my BF told me I am still walking funny. My inner thighs are still sore so it's difficult.
I have to admit I doubted Dr. Careaga Magic hands on Wednesday cuz I was still swollening. Today I see a big difference, my Lipo is coming along fine and I'm healing. See pics.
I had my massage appointment today but had to reschedule. My BF has been massaging me here and there but it doesn't compare to the massage the lady gave me. I still have pain on my side, back arms and armpit. My boyfriend has been helping with shower and putting the garment on.
Yesterday I had my first outting, I went to Olive Garden for some soup (yum). I tried to walk as normal as I can but my BF told me I am still walking funny. My inner thighs are still sore so it's difficult.
I have to admit I doubted Dr. Careaga Magic hands on Wednesday cuz I was still swollening. Today I see a big difference, my Lipo is coming along fine and I'm healing. See pics.
First Follow up and Massage
Let me start off by saying I could not wait for my follow up appointment cuz I needed a shower asap. I got to the facility and they immediately called me to the back in the massage room. I was able to undress myself with the help of the massage lady. She had me sitting on the massage bed, she cleaned me up with a towel and water and wipe me down. Then she used an oil on my back and used a hot handheld machine to massage my back. This was painful but nothing compare to what was coming next. I laid on my back and she did the same thing and cleaned me up but it hurt so mad. She then put the oil on my stomach and begin to massage me OMG this was so painful. I made sure to take a pain pill on my way to facility so I wouldn't feel no pain but that didn't help or it didn't kicking yet. The pain got worst when she did my inner thighs, arm pits and arm. She also massage my sides as well. I had excessive swelling on my right lower abdomen so she told me to spend 20 minutes massaging it.
In the middle of the massage the doctor came in and looked at me. He said everything is looking great. I have to see him this Friday. I asked a couple of questions which he answered. So far so good.
I see tremendous difference on my back. My butt sits a little higher now lol. I notice a difference on my abdomen but the swelling was and still is way too much. I' am still in pain but I'm fighting through it. The last two days I spent most of my days laying on the bed but today I sat on the couch. Im having the most difficult time getting in and out of bed cuz I have a high bed.
My arms and hands are also swollen.
Any suggestions on how I can reduce the swelling?
In the middle of the massage the doctor came in and looked at me. He said everything is looking great. I have to see him this Friday. I asked a couple of questions which he answered. So far so good.
I see tremendous difference on my back. My butt sits a little higher now lol. I notice a difference on my abdomen but the swelling was and still is way too much. I' am still in pain but I'm fighting through it. The last two days I spent most of my days laying on the bed but today I sat on the couch. Im having the most difficult time getting in and out of bed cuz I have a high bed.
My arms and hands are also swollen.
Any suggestions on how I can reduce the swelling?
Provider Review
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
220 Alhambra Cir., Coral Gables, Florida