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TT One Week Before Christmas! - Manila, PH
UPDATED FROM Tennismum69
28 days post
Four weeks post op and finally incision is closed!
Tennismum69January 15, 2014
WORTH IT$4,500
Past four weeks have been an ordeal. Not constantly but more on than off. My recovery has been hindered by constant openings in my incision. Must have spat out a dozen stitches and had to be re stitched three times. This week is literally the first time since op that incision has been more or less dry. Feels like a big milestone!
Other than that, I've been pretty happy. When I asked PS about wearing binder, he said I can go without but it might help with swelling. I feel like my muscles are working more without the binder which at this stage must be a good thing. He was right though, since yesterday, I'm totally bloated with a little ridge above incision. Also first day of TOM so double whammy. Still when I just saw pre op photos, I'd still be happy if swelling and bloating didn't go away. Have started walking 5km a day on treadmill which feels great!
Had some insomnia so took melatonin and couple pain killers which helped a lot.
And of course the BEST thing is how clothes look and feel at only four weeks. Can't wait for four months! ;)
Other than that, I've been pretty happy. When I asked PS about wearing binder, he said I can go without but it might help with swelling. I feel like my muscles are working more without the binder which at this stage must be a good thing. He was right though, since yesterday, I'm totally bloated with a little ridge above incision. Also first day of TOM so double whammy. Still when I just saw pre op photos, I'd still be happy if swelling and bloating didn't go away. Have started walking 5km a day on treadmill which feels great!
Had some insomnia so took melatonin and couple pain killers which helped a lot.
And of course the BEST thing is how clothes look and feel at only four weeks. Can't wait for four months! ;)
UPDATED FROM Tennismum69
1 day post
Day three misery
Tennismum69December 18, 2013
Going home today which is great but have been quite happy drifting in and out of sleep on lots of IV meds. Now it's very sore but they said best to take next dose at home as I'll get sleepy. Had pounding head overnight which I'm thinking could be caffeine withdrawal.
UPDATED FROM Tennismum69
Day of treatment
Sleepy but happy!
Tennismum69December 18, 2013
24 hours post op and have spent most of past day drifting in and out. No pain but definitely tender. Had one drain that's already been removed. PS said I had hernia because of very separated muscles. One more dose of morphine to come. Will go home tomorrow! Here's a photo I took when they changed dressing. Yay!
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December 18, 2013
HiTennisMum wishing you speedy recovery and healing! I am also from Phils and was debating whether I'm going to have TT here in US or go back to Phils since its half the cost. Btw, did he do lipo on your belly as well? Which clinic/hospital is your doc associated with? Really hoping to do it early next year hopefully in time for bikini season. I had twins 6 months ago and although I'm back to my pre baby weight, my belly will never look the same. :) Can't wait to hear about your progress!
December 22, 2013
Hi Stars4sky,
I found a great surgeon through word of mouth who runs his own private clinic in Manila. Obviously living here, it was a no brainer for me financially and logistically. If you have a good support structure here and would have the help to take care of you and the family, then I would definitely consider coming back.
I had muscle repair (very badly separated muscles) and about 7" skin removed but no lipo.
January 10, 2014
Thank you Tennismum69. Hope you're recovering well. How were you're post surgery check ups? Are you at 100% energy yet? All the best!
December 18, 2013
Your picture looks great for getting it done. Hope all is going well thanks for your support
December 18, 2013
you did it girl, you look nice and flat baby
December 22, 2013
You look great too. I'm so sorry for the hassle you're having at the moment. I hope you're able to rest in your new hotel!!
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