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Pre-Op Today.....13 Days to Go! - Ireland, IE

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I am 43, 5ft 10, have two children, one 17 and one...

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nomorefear
$11,400
I am 43, 5ft 10, have two children, one 17 and one 10. Five years ago I lost 119lbs and have kept it off for five years, but now I have the tummy of a much older woman. Though I feel great I do not look great (especially naked..lol)

So today I had my Pre-Op and paid for the Op in full, which has made it so real (no going back now...)

I have taken some before pics, I would love to hear from someone who is post op with the same body shape as me, just for some reassurance (bites lip)

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Vikram Vijh, MBBS

Vikram Vijh, MBBS

Specialist Registered Plastic Surgeon

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September 28, 2013
Congrats on your upcoming surgery. ..look forward to following your journey
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September 28, 2013
Thank you for your kind words luv2bmommy. I just added some before pics and I think you'll agree I need this tt, my poor belly looks like an old sock full of rocks!!
UPDATED FROM nomorefear
11 days pre

Some before pics

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I finally managed to add a few pictures:-)

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September 28, 2013
In 11 days that tumny will just be a mere memory of your past and u will have a brand new amazing tummy! Congrats on the weight loss....u deserve this! !! Keep us updated
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September 29, 2013
Hey! OMG one of the most exciting things was for that damn appendix scar to disappear forever!!!!!!! Can't wait to see your results! Very excited for you!!!!! ;)
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September 30, 2013
I know!......I can't wait either. at the moment its like my tummy has a creepy lopsided grin (rolls eyes) lol.
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October 6, 2013
Hey your day is almost here! Good luck!!
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October 6, 2013
Oh thank you for checking in with me, yeah nearly here, I just finished reading your review you look amazing. I am having second thoughts right now, for a while there I thought the day would never come, but right now I have no problem waiting (what is wrong with me, I have been wanting this for years, but now that its nearly here I am so scared....grrrrr!)
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October 7, 2013
So excited!! We are 4 days away!
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October 7, 2013
2 days, 23 hours and 35 minutes.....bur who's counting!!!! (lol) OMG my stomach is in knots literally, didn't sleep a wink last night. Hope you're doing better than me on nerves :-)
UPDATED FROM nomorefear
2 days pre

Oh Sweet Jebus, this is beginning to feel very real!!

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So I sleep at all last night, I can gi from 0 to crazy in a matter of seconds.....one second I am so happy and can't wait and then I can literally blink my eyes and I ask myself why are you doing this to yourself, (the scarring, the swelling, the pain.....). I am a Gemini so I am putting it down to the 'twins', I just wish I could pick an emotion and stick with it. It really is a rollercoaster, and I am so happy I found this site and for all the support and kind words of encouragement from everyone. Sisterhood at its best. Thank you. xx

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October 7, 2013
Woooo go you I'm also from Ireland and had my TT on the 4th September hope all goes well for you keep us posted :D xx
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October 7, 2013
Oh thank you Weelaura, would you believe I only read your review last Saturday, it was a great read :-) I hope your healing well and over the worst of it by now! x
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October 7, 2013
Aw thanx yeah I definitely think I'm over the worst now I think I healed quickly as I only had lower muscle repair and no lipo and my incision isn't extended either I think the more work you have the more healing time is needed :) xx
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October 7, 2013
I'm having lipo and full muscle repair, but trying to stay positive for a speedy recovery ;-)
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October 7, 2013
Yeah def do that will make all the difference you'll do great don't worry just remember....,this too shall pass! :D xxxx
October 7, 2013
Woohoo, 2 more days.... that's so exciting! I think we all have that crazy feeling so don't feel bad, lol
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October 7, 2013
Thanks for that luv2bmommy! for a while there I thought the day would never come but now that its nearly here......OoooooO!
October 7, 2013
I know it seems like forever once you book it....I wish I would of been able to book it and have it a few days later.... the anticipation is killing me. Lol. At least I can learn about it from all my RS friends :-)
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October 7, 2013
This site has been a fantastic resource and I love the support and genuine good wishes from all the women both pre and post op. Your positive attitude is amazing and I so look forward to following your journey over the coming months. xx
October 8, 2013
Yes, Realself is an amazing support and so are you and all the other fabulous women on here! I can't wait to hear about and see pics of your outcome!!! Prayers and best wishes! It's count down time!