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Early 40's Stubborn Lower Pouch, belly and Bra Rolls - Fall River, MA
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I have considered doing lipo for over 6 months.....
WORTH IT$7,000
I have considered doing lipo for over 6 months.. Started by seeing commercials, advertising in mail, then a close friend had it done which was push to finally get a consult after doing a very thorough search for an experienced Board Certified plastic surgeon. I am 1 week post op, my overall experience as far as pain has been moderate except at night when trying to sleep comfortably, getting in and out of bed to use bathroom, and driving!! Had 5 days off work. Was awake and for most part alert through entire procedure. Nick here and their, but felt nothing much, at all barely remember other than being told to turn on my side and at end to stand and placing my garment in. Very sedated!
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November 14, 2016
I finished reading your post but I am a tad confused, was this regular lipo or laser lipo? I have been reading around and they say the recovery time isn't as long as yours was.
UPDATED FROM SoulSearching1
8 days post
Tumusent Lipo
Forgot to add i had lower and upper abs, flanks bra roll done. 1 week later i am still very sore. Back is the worst! Numb and sensitive to touch. Havent noticed much swelling gone down in stomach area, even with swelling on back i no longer see bra rolls yeah.. My waistline has a noticeable difference. I must say the uncomfortable feeling of bot being able to relax properly is the worst. Post is on monday hopeing to have first massage.
In addition.. I have tried several CG body wear nothing has been comfortable enough to keep on 24hrs a day. I wear one to work when i walk in door home pull off sleep without. Sleeping is a disater! However i can sleep on my stomach, back or sides with minimal pain. But i toss and turn all night to even out the pain lol.
Not seeing much of a difference but i am patient, and i know real results take time. Just need some of this swelling to go down so my belly is off my lap!
In addition.. I have tried several CG body wear nothing has been comfortable enough to keep on 24hrs a day. I wear one to work when i walk in door home pull off sleep without. Sleeping is a disater! However i can sleep on my stomach, back or sides with minimal pain. But i toss and turn all night to even out the pain lol.
Not seeing much of a difference but i am patient, and i know real results take time. Just need some of this swelling to go down so my belly is off my lap!
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September 18, 2015
I sure don't want to discourage you - but I had upper lower waist and outer thighs done almost two months ago. The swelling was the most miserable thing I have ever experienced...3 weeks later I was still as swollen as the day after. It got worse instead of better. Pain, tingling, all of it - I had to get an additional 30 day of painkillers when I went for my 1 week. Most of the swelling has gone down, I think - and I am seeing NO improvements so far, two months in and week to week, even if a small improvement I should be seeing something. Again, don't want to discourage, but did want to share so you can prepare yourself for a possible similar result.
September 18, 2015
Oh wow. I have to say wearing the garment helps if you can tolerate it, i cant. Now seeing line across stomach that looks like a separation and i believe i have two large lipomas that may need to drain very hard and sore. Monday is my post-op so i hope to have my concerns answered.
Hope you notice some changes soon. Be patient from what i understand it takes months sometimes depending on your body ability to heal. Will update soon..
Hope you notice some changes soon. Be patient from what i understand it takes months sometimes depending on your body ability to heal. Will update soon..
September 19, 2015
I feel terrible! I was actually intending to comment on the review below you. you didn't look like you were doing too bad so I never would have even giving you the thought your results might not be good. Thank you for the encouragement. Best of luck.
September 19, 2015
Oh and one thing that helped me most at your stage in post op was drinking
a lot of water. 8 to 10 bottles a day.
a lot of water. 8 to 10 bottles a day.
September 18, 2015
If anyone has experienced a similar situation at this phase and still ended up seeing a turn to improvement, I would sure appreciate the feedback.
UPDATED FROM SoulSearching1
9 days post
10days in
Feeling optimistic.. Decided to put back on my garment after taking it off for almost a full day yesterday, just feel like my swelling is ridiculous! As a result notice the imprint it leaves, i may have atretch marks but for the most part i dont have scars or wrinkled skin. Searching for a another garmet today. I must say i am now noticing minimal changes, long way to go. Notice flanks are no more still swelling under bra line and back area.
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September 20, 2015
I think you look great! Hang in there.
September 21, 2015
Can you wear a spanx at night? Or at least some of the time? Check with your doctor. I had a tummy tuck and after the three months of wearing the ' hard compression garment', I tell you, wearing a spanx was wonderful! It felt so good and I know with these types of procedures it is very important for your body to get rid of the extra fluid. Also, massage is helpful, but there again, make sure you check with your doctor. Stay optimistic , it takes time for your body to heal and the swelling to go down.. It will. Take care.
September 21, 2015
The swelling gets worse before it gets better- try not to stress about it!
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September 22, 2015
I'm going through the same thing I believe it's part of the process, however, I tried on a dress that I normally looked pregnant in and a big smile came on my face. I was told you have to wear your compression garment and the one I have is by Marena www.marenagroup.com. It was uncomfortable at first but I'm use to it now surgery was 9/2/15. I notice at night it feels tighter but I believe it's due to fluid retion. I was also told to massage the areas that were treated with as much pressure as I could take a found it really helps. I'm not comfortable right now having anyone else doing :-) !! Be encouraged I believe it's well worth it , try on something you haven't worn in a while because it was to tight and see how you feel.
Thank you for starting a review! I'm excited to read all the updates you have already posted- please keep on posting, we love to hear it all and support you along the way.