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Sometimes Nervous, Sometimes Excited!!! - Illinois, IL

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I always thought that one day I will have a FL but...

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laly59
$22,000
I always thought that one day I will have a FL but I didn't know when. After trying many, many, many EXPENSIVE creams I decided that was enough! . The creams were not going to take care of my jowls and neck. So I decided to look for a PS and I found one who make me feel comfortable. After I found the PS and made the app. for an evaluation I mentioned to my husband that I would love to have a FL because I don’t feel happy with my appearance and He replied: go for it! Wow! I didn't think that was going to be so easy Lol!( LOVE him) I am petite, size 2 , and soon I will be 55! my PS said that my body doesn't match with my face. Should I take that as a complement? LOL! Well the countdown start today. Just started to take the vitamins that the doctor gave me and follow his instructions. Waiting for January 31st sometimes nervous and sometimes excited :)

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January 18, 2014
I hope you have done your research & talked to many women about having a facelift. I had my lower facelift & necklift 9 days ago & I don't think I was as informed about what to expect as I thought I was.
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January 19, 2014
Well, to be honest I didn't talk with anybody that had a FL but I read a lot. I expect bruises , swollen face, neck, chin ,numbness etc. etc. Yesterday I started with my AM and PM clinical support and 3 days prior to surgery I will start with Bromelain. My doctor gave me a binder with every little detail about what to avoid and what to take to optimize my recovery. How are you doing? I hope your recovery is going smooth :)
January 18, 2014
Awesome! You will have so many ups and downs or at least i did. I am one month post op and i am happy yet still look in the mirror and think I look strange or fake or puffy and then i look again and I am going WOW I look great. Just stay positive and know that your emotions will be a roller coaster for awhile. Congratulations!!
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January 19, 2014
I will do that! Thank you :) actually my main concern was the sedation, I want to wake up! Lol! (I know I'm silly)my EKG came abnormal :( so I went to a Cardio to have another one and this came OK, but I requested a stress test and I had done last Thursday, the doctor said everything is fine and She clear me for surgery :) I will try to stay positive. Thank you :)
UPDATED FROM laly59
5 days pre

I was so close!!!

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laly59
I was so close for my surgery day (January 31st) Had all my prescriptions, tests, vitamins etc. etc even my hubby already asked for 2weeks vacation to take care of me :) Then I received a call from his boss letting me know that my husband had a very bad accident at work. Now here I am in ICU worried about him :( The first thing he said when he saw me was "sorry" , how sweet, He knew I wanted my surgery so bad. But it's OK. that can wait, the most important thing right now is that my husband gets better. Good luck to all of you who are having surgery and the ones who already had it I wish you a smooth recovery :)

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January 25, 2014
Oh laly, I'm so sorry and hope the best for your husband. Are you sure he won't be ok by the 31st? I wish you both the best and for a speedy recovery for him and a bright new surgery day for you!
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January 25, 2014
Thank you SoFloridaMary, He has 3 fractured vertebraes and 3 dislocated discs. The Doctor at the emergency room said He is lucky to be alive. It is going to be a long recovery :(
January 26, 2014
Oh wow, then your main focus is for him of course! Good luck & your day will come & it will even be more worth it because he will be ready to nurse you!! All my best to both of you.
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January 27, 2014
Thank you so much, SoFloridaMary.
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January 27, 2014
I'm so sorry you have to postpone your surgery! I'm sure that's a big disappointment. But your husband sounds like a sweetie and I'm sure you'll be able to do this some time soon. I truly hope he heals soon. Is he in a lot of pain?
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January 27, 2014
Oh yes! He has 2 vertebraes fractured and 3 dislocated discs. Is going to take a few months to heal. Thank you .
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January 30, 2014
Wishing you all the best after this long wait. Good luck!!
February 5, 2014
Laly, I'm so sorry about your husband and sending prayers for fast healing to him. We will be here when you move forward with FL, this is such a supportive group. All the best to you both!
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February 11, 2014
Sending healing prayers to you both.
UPDATED FROM laly59
8 months post

Here we go again!

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laly59
I am just 11 days for my surgery day! I was scheduled the first time for January 31st, but just 8 days before,my hubby had an accident and I had to postpone :( He is not 100% well, but he will be able to take care of me and our son. Last Friday I started to take my vitamins AM and PM and 3 days before surgery I will start with Bromelain. So far I like the way the PS is taking care of every little detail, I'm scheduled for a pre-operative facial at his SPA on September 9, He wants my skin thoroughly clean and hydrated . Last night couldn't sleep well I'm starting to get sometimes nervous, sometimes excited!

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September 11, 2014
Thinking about you!
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September 11, 2014
Thank you lilygirl14! Tomorrow is the big day ☺