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Thought I Found the Right Doctor... after 3 consults!
UPDATED FROM Terri444
4 years post
Going to the DR for TT Revision and lipo
Terri444May 18, 2018
$8,501
Hello Dolls,
It's been a while since I have posted and if I could change it, I would. Here's my update.....
I went back to my doctor and he tried to drain the bulge - he couldn't - noting came out of the needle. HE said it would need to be lipoed out at an additional $5,500. He does not include revisions in his pricing. I WAS DEVASTATED. I bought the $80 scar cream to lighten the dark crooked scar - and it never went away. The bulging area is above my belly button and is numb - like I have no outside feeling there and sometimes I get a horrible itching sensation that I can't scratch due to whatever is padding between my outside skin and the nerves by my actual stomach muscles.
My scar is still dark and crooked. My c-section scar - both of them were tinier and lighter than this, so I know my skin can heal better then what it did for this surgery. I have been like this for a few years - but I plan to get it all corrected this August with Dr. Mallol in the Dominican Republic.
His work is awesome. I'm bringing my husband with me so he can help me get through the healing, and we will stay there of 2 weeks before getting back on a plane. I'm nervous about going under the knife again, but I've had my physical, I will be proactive prior to surgery and take all me meds, and I will give it up to God to get me through this final journey.
I wish I could start a new blog fresh with a new doctor, but it would require deleting this one. For now, I will post here.
Thanks,
It's been a while since I have posted and if I could change it, I would. Here's my update.....
I went back to my doctor and he tried to drain the bulge - he couldn't - noting came out of the needle. HE said it would need to be lipoed out at an additional $5,500. He does not include revisions in his pricing. I WAS DEVASTATED. I bought the $80 scar cream to lighten the dark crooked scar - and it never went away. The bulging area is above my belly button and is numb - like I have no outside feeling there and sometimes I get a horrible itching sensation that I can't scratch due to whatever is padding between my outside skin and the nerves by my actual stomach muscles.
My scar is still dark and crooked. My c-section scar - both of them were tinier and lighter than this, so I know my skin can heal better then what it did for this surgery. I have been like this for a few years - but I plan to get it all corrected this August with Dr. Mallol in the Dominican Republic.
His work is awesome. I'm bringing my husband with me so he can help me get through the healing, and we will stay there of 2 weeks before getting back on a plane. I'm nervous about going under the knife again, but I've had my physical, I will be proactive prior to surgery and take all me meds, and I will give it up to God to get me through this final journey.
I wish I could start a new blog fresh with a new doctor, but it would require deleting this one. For now, I will post here.
Thanks,
Terri444's provider
Response from Dr. Movagharnia:
Thank you for your kind words. It was my pleasure.
UPDATED FROM Terri444
3 months post
swell hell in one small area may be fluid..oh no!
Terri444June 23, 2014
Well my flat and fabulous has developed recently.... Swell hell feels more like a pocket of fluid. Now I have to go d time to get to the doctor to see if this mushiness is a pick of fluid or just a possible need to wrap tighter in this area.. dang!!
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NewCurvz2Come
June 23, 2014
Hey Hun....ur looking good so I can expect to feel better in a month I guess because I still feel awful.....ur looking good chic!!!!
Terri444
June 25, 2014
Thanks Mami, hang in there chica! Eat light and healthy, keep it VERY low sodium to prevent swelling, get lots of rest, walk it out as much as you can, take your vitamins, and water water water!!!! Your body will respond if you are consistent. Keep me posted!
April 7, 2015
I just had surgery 2 1/2 weeks ago with the same doctor . Did your swelling go away ? And how are your scars ? Is the scar line still crooked ? Did you have swelling on your hips and thighs? Thanks .
April 7, 2015
Also what revision work do you need done? Is your stomach not flat? Sorry for all questions but I have the same concern. Thanks .
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June 16, 2014
Hey Hun...I don't feel like doing anything ... So sore especially when I get up and down...and coughing OMG.....can't wait to my pain go away.... Back to bed I go
June 23, 2014
You get some cough drops yet?? That and sucking ice helped me a lot. Keep getting g your rest and over drink your water! It will make a big difference too. Cold compression helped me a lot too.. you will get past this sooner than you think!
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