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Today Was the Day - Grand Rapids, MI

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I was very nervous to proceed with the procedure! ...

AmacitaAugust 23, 2013
$5,400
I was very nervous to proceed with the procedure! I was struggling if I was just being vain and trying to take the easy way out after starting menopause. After much deliberation, I proceeded. My procedure took about four hours, had my upper and lower abs and flanks done. My nervousness was immediately addressed and away we went. I am home and resting with very minimal soreness. Feels like I did 100 sit-ups. Drainage is worse than I thought but doctor assures me it will be gone in 24-36 hours. As I changed bandages I could see some bruising forming but also the decrease in my chubbiness :)

I am hopeful that I will be happy with the results and trying to keep my expectations realistic. Doctor states three to four months for optimal results....look forward to seeing results each week.

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Scott Carlson

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Wiley1
August 25, 2013
Congrats. Don't lose heart if you can't see results right away, I am going on my 1 month post and sometimes get discouraged because I am still swelling. Blessings ~D
Amacita
September 9, 2013
How are you doing now?
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PinkFreckles
August 25, 2013
Oh yes!! I had my upper and lower abdomen done last week 8/19...the fluid draining was the worst part...I can't recall how many times I had to change the padding... Yuck!! Lol can't wait until my swelling goes down. Best of luck to you!
Amacita
August 25, 2013
I have to ask, did your pubic area swell? I don't know if I just over did it my first day or if it is normal.
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PinkFreckles
August 25, 2013
LOL!! Girl yes it did...luckily just for the first full day. I looked down and was like whoaaaaa!! Lol It was back to normal by the time I had my post-op appointment the next day at 2pm. My doctor suggested to take an all natural Papaya & Pineapple Enzyme from Trader Joe's. It's purpose is to reduce inflammation and swelling so I'm assuming its working. I definitely still have swelling on my abdomen, but no vag or feet swelling. :)
Amacita
August 26, 2013
Whew...it was freaking me out a bit! Ok a lot! I will have to try the anti inflammation stuff. Dr never mentioned anything. What did you do for itching?
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PinkFreckles
August 26, 2013
Yes, definitely ask your doctor before you purchase. For the itching I just deal with it... Itching is a good thing, try not to scratch
Amacita
August 30, 2013
I went for my one week check up and Dr. was happy with results and very encouraging. I have to admit it really perked up my spirits and helped me to be able to see the improvement after seeing my before and after measurements. I am back into my normal clothes which currently fit the same due to the compression garment, loose without :) I am ready to get started on my excerise routine again and looking forward to seeing more results.
UPDATED FROM Amacita
16 days post

Two week update

AmacitaSeptember 9, 2013
Feelings little discouraged! Hoping to take my compression garment off, but very clearly still need. Stomach is still pretty numb and now that I have started exercising it is easily swollen. Clothes fit the same and become more snug as day progresses. I see results in the morning, but not when going to bed. I have started my weight watchers and exercise to maximise results....but slow with exercise due to soreness. Here is week two picture

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UPDATED FROM Amacita
16 days post

Week two

AmacitaSeptember 9, 2013

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