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49 Yrs Old, 2 Children 28 & 24, Much Needed Tummy Tuck. Las Vegas, NV
UPDATED FROM SavvyStew1966
1 month post
6 Weeks Post Op
WORTH IT
6 week post op appt with Dr Miller and we are both very pleased with the results so far. No restrictions. Still wear the CG to help control swelling. Trying to wean off wearing it 24 hrs a day. Each week seems to get better and better. I've dropped 1 pant size from an 8 to a size 6. Jeans seem to be more comfortable than weeks 3-5. Still have some swelling here and there, really depends on diet and especially SODIUM. I'm diligently trying to lose those proverbial 10-15 lbs that just wants to stay. I'm down about 5 lbs since surgery. Most of all , I'm feeling great and I know I look and feel much better in my own skin and clothes. I still have about half of my appendectomy scar from 28 yrs ago and I'm ok with that. I was 36 wks pregnant when I had my appendix removed and it was a life or death situation. My daughter, now 28, and I are alive and healthy and that's all that matters. I'm extremely pleased with my results so far. I can't wait to see what 3 mo, 6 mo and 1 year will bring. I have a feeling it's going to be amazing. Dr Miller, I love you!!! Thank you for the amazing tummy tuck.
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UPDATED FROM SavvyStew1966
6 days post
Woo-hoo!!! 1st Post Op Appt-Both Drains Removed!!
1st Post Op appt. Dr Miller says everything looks great!!! Had 1st layer of sutures removed along with both drains today!!! Ecstatic to no longer have the drains. Get to have a real shower tomorrow. Didn't take pix today, felt too swollen, but plan to 1st thing in the morning. I'm not ecstatic about the midday/evening bloat. I'm extremely swollen at the moment, however, I've been on my feet nonstop from 7am - 2pm, so I'm sure it's my fault. I'm just now getting off my feet and plan to stay that way until tomorrow morning. I wish I didn't have so much energy, but I do.
I also drove for the 1st time today. All went well and I it took it fairly slow. Hoping to wake up to less swelling in the morning. I can't believe its been 1 week. I'm feeling much better than I ever expected. Everyday is better than the last.
I'm now on my own as my bff/ex-husband is flying back home today. He has been the best Florance Nightingale in the whole world this past week. And, I can't even begin to explain how much he has spoiled me. I'm very blessed to say the least. Sad to see him go. Luckily, he's always just a phone call away.
That's it for now. Plan to update next week.
I also drove for the 1st time today. All went well and I it took it fairly slow. Hoping to wake up to less swelling in the morning. I can't believe its been 1 week. I'm feeling much better than I ever expected. Everyday is better than the last.
I'm now on my own as my bff/ex-husband is flying back home today. He has been the best Florance Nightingale in the whole world this past week. And, I can't even begin to explain how much he has spoiled me. I'm very blessed to say the least. Sad to see him go. Luckily, he's always just a phone call away.
That's it for now. Plan to update next week.
Replies (3)
S
September 22, 2015
Sounds like you're doing awesome! I'm the same age as you and my children are the same ages as yours. You're giving me hope that I can get through surgery and the first week ok. My surgery is planned for January. Take care!
S
September 23, 2015
Summer2016, I'm hear to help you anyway I can. I have to say this has been so much easier than I ever expected. We have more in common than you know, lol. My daughters name is Summer!!! Please let me know how I can help you. I know you can do this. If I can, anyone can. I'm doing fantastic and today I apologized to my Dr for being such a puss and so scared of the pain. I know the Demerol worked wonders for me. Had I taken codeine, I don't think it would had been the same for me. I never had any issues with nausea from either the anesthesia (never have in the past) or from the Demerol. It honestly was very tolerable. Well definitely need help the 1st few days getting in and out of bed. 1st is even better.
S
T
September 23, 2015
WTG on getting your drains out!! That was quick! I know what you mean about the energy..I've had since the surgery too! Good luck being on your own, and remember to TRY and take it easy!
S
September 23, 2015
Yes, what's up with this extra energy. Most complain about being exhausted after a shower and I can go all day long until I make myself STOP. It's crazy. I'm ready to start walking and I know I probably can't, but I feel like I can with no problem. I feel way too good for being 1 week post op. I'm still waiting on the other shoe to drop. This is too good to be true so far. I'm know I'm going to go for a slow walk tomorrow, just a stroll kind of walk, cuz I've got to burn up some of this energy. I can't just lay here twiddling my thumbs for the next 3 weeks. I'll go nuts.
S
September 23, 2015
My Dr was very pleased with how little drainage I had the past 3 days. He said I was very lucky to get both drains out in 1 week, cuz most only get 1 removed at 1 wk. I feel so free and blessed. I can't wait to start working out again. Hope I don't turn to mush. Silly I know. Just need to enjoy my 6 wks off from work. Ugh!!!
7
September 23, 2015
That is so awesome. You will love that first shower!
S
7
September 24, 2015
I just had my first post op pedi! HEAVEN
And shaving my legs was a battle! My husband offered and I said no way! I can do it OK now but it took awhile.
And shaving my legs was a battle! My husband offered and I said no way! I can do it OK now but it took awhile.
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