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Saying Good Bye to my Pouch! - Highland Park, IL
UPDATED FROM 007realife
29 days post
Please share sleeping stories/advice 4 weeks post
007realifeAugust 19, 2016
WORTH IT$9,500
I'm having difficulty sleeping flat in bed. My lower abs are still tender and very tight (not complaining) I wake up with back spasms. It is so uncomfortable to lay on my side. I can't sleep in the recliner any more. I cannot fall asleep reclined though I'm exhausted. I need sleep. Please share your best advice or your sleeping story. I. Need. Sleep.
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UPDATED FROM 007realife
12 days post
Back Pain After Tummy Tuck?
007realifeAugust 3, 2016
I was doing OK and getting around more. When I woke up yesterday, I kind of felt cemented together. I was a bit more hunched over than usual.
I went to have drains removed and yes, it's part of the healing process.
After my appointment we went out for lunch and then a small shopping trip that I had to cut short because my back hurt.
Went home, rested, every time i got up I was ok for a minute then back pain!
Anyone else have this?
I went to have drains removed and yes, it's part of the healing process.
After my appointment we went out for lunch and then a small shopping trip that I had to cut short because my back hurt.
Went home, rested, every time i got up I was ok for a minute then back pain!
Anyone else have this?
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August 19, 2016
Did you have any lipo done on your back? I have 6 holes in my back where he did some of the lipo. There isn't any care needed for them so maybe you have them and didn't notice? Or the hunching of your back may be taking its toll. I know your surgery was a while back and you are probably much improved now but these concerns may help others in the same boat.
August 22, 2016
No lipo on back. I had my flanks done and doc was able to do it during the procedure so I have no holes at all. I never sleep on my back so I think so much time on my back plus the hunching over is taking it's toll on me.
My surgery was 4 weeks and 3 days ago and my back is hurting and I still feel as though I can't stand up straight.
My surgery was 4 weeks and 3 days ago and my back is hurting and I still feel as though I can't stand up straight.
UPDATED FROM 007realife
12 days post
Taking Drains Out!
007realifeAugust 2, 2016
While I was standing, Dr. W. sat on a stool, clipped the sutures, and pulled out my drains one at a time. There was a strange sensation as the most inner part dislodged from the tissue which became its home over the last 12 days. It was interesting to see the inner drains. They were flat, white silicone covered in holes.
My holes are covered in gauze and should heal on their own, no sutures necessary.
I'm so glad they are gone.
The other great news today? I get to shower! No more adult baby wipes and sponge baths or sink shampoos!
My holes are covered in gauze and should heal on their own, no sutures necessary.
I'm so glad they are gone.
The other great news today? I get to shower! No more adult baby wipes and sponge baths or sink shampoos!
I'll try using a heating pad.
He does lipo at his Highland Park location.