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41 Yo Male That Wanted to Remove Stubborn Fat Around Chest and Abd - Fairfax, VA

Name: 41 Yo Male That Wanted to Remove Stubborn Fat Around Chest and Abd - Fairfax, VA
Item: Haven J. Barlow, MD, FACS
Rating: 5
Author: weightchange12

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I had the procedure done on 24 Jul and I am...

weightchange12July 26, 2014

WORTH IT$6,850

I had the procedure done on 24 Jul and I am pleased with the results. I am on day 3 and I wanted to document my journey to help others since this site was very helpful before and after the procedure.

I did have bruising on my penis and testicles. I only used Tylenol to manage the pain and it was a little tough yesterday and better today.

I did go for a walk today 2 miles and felt pretty good!

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Haven J. Barlow, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (7)

J at RS

July 28, 2014

Congrats on having a successful surgery and recovery so far- keep us posted on your continued healing. Are you wearing any sort of compression garment?

weightchange12

July 28, 2014

I am wearing a compression vest 24/7. I am walking 4 miles today and will post another set of pictures on Friday.

J at RS

July 29, 2014

Looking forward to it!

weightchange12

August 3, 2014

I ran 4 miles today with minimal discomfort. I did wear the abdominal compression which I am sure prevented any pain. My PS has given me permission to start working out, but has recommended to not over do it!

J at RS

August 3, 2014

Yeah it can be hard to gauge when you are over doing it- I hope you are able to continue your fitness goals without going too far. Love your most recent pic, you look great!

ColoradoMaiden

July 29, 2014

Hope each day gets better. I had no real pain, I would say maybe a 2-3.

weightchange12

August 4, 2014

I Agree. Now that I am at Day 10, my pain is minimal.

UPDATED FROM weightchange12

9 days post

Follow up

weightchange12August 3, 2014

Continue to improve. Minimal pain, but I continue to have swelling. I am using an abdominal binder and started to work out.

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UPDATED FROM weightchange12

10 days post

Day 10 Picture

weightchange12August 3, 2014

A lot less swelling and the bruising is resolving.

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weightchange12

August 4, 2014

Thank you Jill! I appreciate the feedback. It was difficult to make the decision to move forward with the Surgery, but I am pleased with the results. I will post a new picture at the 2 wk, 4 wk, and 6 wk mark. Hopefully the results will continue to improve!

HEF

August 4, 2014

Hi weightchange12. Thank you so much for sharing your journey and your pics. Wow. Great out come. My husband has very much the same shape as you had before op. He is bit bigger though. He is getting done in September. Could you please give any advise for him. He is working out and sticking to a healthy diet hoping to loose a few more kilos before his op. HEF

weightchange12

August 5, 2014

Hi HEF, I think the best advice is to get in the best shape you can prior to the procedure and return to working out ASAP after the surgery. I started walked a few miles immediately after the surgery and it really helped! The compression garmet is a must. I would also recommend that your husband buy a instaslim shirt so he can start the compression prior to the procedure. It preps the body and mind for the 6 wks after surgery. It helped me a LOT!

HEF

August 5, 2014

Thanks so much weightchange12. Much appreciated. Wish you the best in your recovery. Hef