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Post Op 11 weeks - still swelling dammit!!! TT/MR/Lipo and Hip Lift 11/26/12
UPDATED FROM ukintexas
2 years post
Two and a half years after tummy tuck, lipo and lower body lift!
WORTH IT$17,800
Hey there Real Life! I don't come on this site anymore, but I have had a couple of comments on here that were emailed to me - particular your last one, kk_momof5, which I wanted to respond to! It's actually horrid looking back at the post op pics! I haven't looked at them in so long. Below are some updated pics from today - it's weird how I was posting naked pics all the time during recovery etc but now I'm doing it, it feels a little weird! I am really happy with the results, although wish my scar were not so read still. It's great around the back, at the top of my buttocks, but still looks rather prominent (to me anyway) across the front and over my hip bones. For you specifically kk, Dr P and his staff were great. I would highly recommend them and if he's talking of you doing the lower lift too then do it. I hadn't thought of that initially but am so glad I did it. I'm probably about 20lbs heavier than I'd like to be right now - and about 15lbs heavier than I was just after the op, but hey summer is coming so I'm gonna get there by then ;-). I'll happily answer any more questions anyone has about this particular procedure, or Dr P etc. Just ask.
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UPDATED FROM ukintexas
3 months post
Hello ladies. Long time no see! I'm now 11 weeks...
Hello ladies. Long time no see! I'm now 11 weeks and continue to do well on the whole. Am back to playing tennis regularly and at post op level. Stamina is still not quite there tho - harder to recover in-between points but that's improving each time I play.
The swelling is more on my lower body lift than my TT. I so have a J-Lo butt - however it's like a water bed consistency which isn't quite as sexy as hers!!! Not sure what's caused it but the last week has seen it get worse. Thinking my diet has had too much salt in it so trying to eat better this week.
My right groin incision that took forever to heal is still nit quite right - had a huge pimple on it yesterday which I popped this morning and it wasn't pleasant!! Also my scar still looks really red and I'm not too impressed with that. I don't see doc for another 8 weeks and I'll leave it at that unless the incision looks infected or the swelling balloons anymore.
Boobs seem huge now as do my thighs but I guess that's because they were not as much of a focus when I had my huge gut - lol! I know I cam exercise to help the legs though and the boobs, well hey, if you got 'em flaunt 'em!!!
Hope everyone is doing well.
The swelling is more on my lower body lift than my TT. I so have a J-Lo butt - however it's like a water bed consistency which isn't quite as sexy as hers!!! Not sure what's caused it but the last week has seen it get worse. Thinking my diet has had too much salt in it so trying to eat better this week.
My right groin incision that took forever to heal is still nit quite right - had a huge pimple on it yesterday which I popped this morning and it wasn't pleasant!! Also my scar still looks really red and I'm not too impressed with that. I don't see doc for another 8 weeks and I'll leave it at that unless the incision looks infected or the swelling balloons anymore.
Boobs seem huge now as do my thighs but I guess that's because they were not as much of a focus when I had my huge gut - lol! I know I cam exercise to help the legs though and the boobs, well hey, if you got 'em flaunt 'em!!!
Hope everyone is doing well.
Replies (5)
M
February 12, 2013
I hear ya my boobs and thighs havent looked bigger! But ive noticed a big improvement in my thighs now that Im working out and moving more. Have you thought of doing the laser to your scar? Are you using anything? So glad to hear from you!
W
February 12, 2013
you looooooooook gre@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@t !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
L
February 12, 2013
Thank you so much for sharing your story in so much detail with tons of pictures. You look awesome and your belly button rocks. I'm having a tummy tuck with Dr. Patronella on March 4th. I'm really nervous but seeing how great your results are helps me a lot. I've only found 2 other people with pictures that have had surgery with Dr. P and they don't have their afters up yet. Can't wait to see those.
T
February 13, 2013
Isn't it just like us to be so critical with ourselves! You look absolutely transformed from flabby to fabulous! (no insult intended!) truly, you look so great! Its only been 11 weeks and I have followed you every step! You have been through the ringer, and look at you! I see nothing but B E A U T I F U L!
T
February 13, 2013
You look great! You should be proud and yes flaunt it. But compression is the key. You should try being compressed at all times for a week and see how you feel. Im almost 6 months po and im compressed at all times
UPDATED FROM ukintexas
2 months post
I can't remember whether I've shared this before,...
I can't remember whether I've shared this before, so if I have just enjoy it again!!! Had a shopping trip to Victoria's Secret the other day. I haven't bought any new clothes yet - have been really good in that respect as still swollen blah blah blah. BUT I did want to go and get new underwear as the stuff I have from pre-op is now huge (even though I have a J-Lo butt!), and looking decidedly granny-like. So, I went into Victoria's Secret, armed with gift vouchers I had been given for Christmas. There is a huge display of "one size fits all" lovely little lacy knickers. Well, believe me, that "one size fits all" would not have fit on anything I possessed pre-op! So, I was cynical, but took just one pair into the changing rooms to try the theory. Well not only did they fit, but I looked HOT ;) I bought 8 pairs - LOL! Went straight home and dumped all my granny knickers in the trash/rubbish (for the US and UK audience!), and it felt GREAT. Am working those knickers every day and feeling rather sexy as I do! Just thought I'd share.......:-)
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T
January 25, 2013
Seriously, you make my day! Your outlook and attitude are a breath of fresh air....and you're funny! So happy for you with all you have been through and what a great result! I keep thanking you, but can't think of a better way to put it. You have helped so many of us in so many ways! So again, thank you!
U
January 26, 2013
Thank you Talented. It's been therapeutic for me to share my journey and I know how much information I wanted as I was earlier in my own experience and how helpful reading stories on this site was. I'm glad I've been able to give back a little bit.
T
February 4, 2013
I'm new to this site and looking for a PS in San Antonio. I'm originally from Houston and Dr. Patronella did my BA 15 years ago. I've been contemplating going to Hou to him...and I just may. I read your whole journey and feel quite inspired. You look fabulous! Thank you for sharing!
T
M
January 27, 2013
Thats what this is all about! Feeling good about yourself and not having your own body make you feel badly. I recently online ordered a shirt and the minute I say the shirt was made out of thin cotton I cringed because this normally made my waist look worse but when I put it on it was perfect. Little but meaning milestones. Cheers!
SK
February 7, 2013
hey hey... how you doing my friend... Long time no update ?? Hope your doing fine. Suzi x
U
February 12, 2013
Hi Suzi! I've not been on here too much. All still good. How's ings with you?
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