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52 Yo, Time For Me! - Jacksonville, FL

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25 years ago pregnant with my son and gained 52...

connieknowlesApril 7, 2015
WORTH IT$6,300
25 years ago pregnant with my son and gained 52 lbs along with him being a large baby of over 10lbs. Many stretch marks , saggy skin. Wanting to get my belly fixed for many years but didn't want to spend the money. Decided it was time and I am soooo happy that I did. Dr. Csikai and his entire team are caring, work well together, are good listeners, explain things well, and were responsive to my concerns. When I returned home the evening of my surgery my pain was through the roof (for me) which was probably muscle spasms. With his help I was able to get it under control and get a good nights sleep. Every day since then I have improved and am so happy with the results already. Reading others experiences on line has helped me to know what to expect and prepare me too. I would highly recommend Dr. Csikai and his professional team to anyone!

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David Nicholas Csikai, MD

David Nicholas Csikai, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Kimmers25
April 12, 2015

Thank you for joining.  Glad to hear this has all been helpful for you.  How are you feeling today?

connieknowles
April 16, 2015
Today is two weeks post op. I worked the last two days at my desk job and now home taking today off due to being uncomfortable. Too much too soon. I don't really over do anything it just takes the body awhile to recover and I encourage others (especially at my age) to really take the time to rest. I think I may have had too much sodium too. I ate more than I had yesterday up to this point. Even though it wasn't overeating it was maybe too much. I think my discomfort is from many things, too much too soon (ie working, eating, had one beer to celebrate). Lol, one beer...really? Taking it easy today. Swelling a little more, tired, some pain otherwise sooooo happy with the results (my positive spin today)!
Kimmers25
April 19, 2015

Yeah this is definitely a process.  You quickly learn what your body tolerates and won't tolerate.  Make adjustments as needed and slow it down as your body screams at you for rest.   I agree, and wish all women could take an entire month off work.  

UPDATED FROM connieknowles
25 days post

Pics of before and after 3 weeks post op

connieknowlesApril 28, 2015
Swelling continues. Walking makes it worse. Mostly sitting in recliner and doing things around the house, going to work 1/2 days but starting full days Wednesday. I had sleep disturbances but under control now taking Xanax at bed and again when I wake in the middle of the night. It only lasts 4-5 hours. Gonna ask PS on Thursday to take me off the daily aspirin so I can use ibuprofen more often because it helps with the afternoon swelling and discomfort and will probably help for bedtime too at a 800mg dose. I encourage anyone who can do this to do it!
I miss riding my motorcycle, yoga, sex and just normal routine but will get there soon!

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