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Things I forgot to mention:

In addition to the pain in my body, vaginal atrophy, loss of range of motion, I also suffered from migraine headaches due to inflamed fascia that was literally suffocating my nerves. And one of the worst things was the fact that I had adhesions all over my rib cage which connected to my abdominal wall and hips so I was literally trapped. My lungs were trapped! My stomach was trapped! It was like they were in a cage. Your ribcage has to expand so you can breathe but when you have a freaking suit of armor made of scar tissue, it CANT. So I was taking tiny unsatisfying breaths for almost 8 years. I felt barely alive. I can’t sue this motherfucker because I was dumb as desperate to have a big butt in my 20s and signed a form that SOLD MY LIFE AWAY. It’s almost like he knows he’s hurting us. I know I’m not the only one.

Adhesions, Myofascial pain

After I got my surgery, I went for myofascial release massages and lymphatic drainage massages as advised. I religiously wore the Fajas recommended. I did every single thing that I could’ve done for aftercare. I bought everything they told me to and did everything they told me to. When the swelling has gone down, I noticed lumps. There were a lot of lumps. Huge lumps. I called and they told me that I should continue massage and they will go away. They never went away. As a matter of fact, the scar tissue caused fascial adhesions that connected to my organs as well as my lower back and hips for years, I lived with chronic pain, terrible posture, and a deformed stomach that people would constantly ask me about. Now I am extremely dedicated to myofascial release, I do it all myself, but I also get help from a professional and it’s extremely expensive. After about a month of vigorous therapy my has improved about 50% in appearance, but the damage that has been done to my body will take years to correct. Because my abdominal wall was basically attached to my hips and lower back as well as my intestines and other organs, I suffered health problems, such as digestive issues, skin issues, and reproductive issues. sadly, because of one of the adhesions in my pelvis, I suffered from vaginal atrophy. If any women are reading this, and wondering why their vagina no longer has tone and cannot produce moisture, it is likely because of the trauma of your abdominal surgery. It’s been a very painful journey, releasing my body, it felt like it no longer belonged to me. I didn’t recognize myself in the mirror and I had almost no feeling in any of the skin over the areas I received liposuction or fat transfer. I don’t know if it’s because they were rough while doing the surgery or if this is just a complication of a Brazilian butt lift, but either way, I have been suffering for almost a decade. In addition to the myofascial release therapy, I’ve been receiving, I also have to go twice weekly to physical therapy to learn to walk properly again. because I had so many adhesions, my gait and my posture were greatly affected, and it caused a domino effect of tightness throughout my entire body to the point that I could no longer take a full step, turn my head or lift my arms above my head. I was reduced to almost no range of motion. Every time I looked in the mirror, I would wonder why I did this to myself, and why I couldn’t just love myself. for the tiny improvement, I saw in the size of my butt, I traded my health, my freedom, and my self-esteem. I could not wear a bikini without feeling like everyone was staring at me, and not in a good way. I had people ask me repeatedly if I had children or what was wrong with my stomach and belly button. I ended up so depressed. I could barely leave my house. Living in constant pain made everything horrible. Things are used to love, I could not do any more. The feeling of a cool breeze on my skin changed to needles. It felt like I was being stabbed every time I went out in the cold. I live in New York, so this made in Winters miserable. I hope the doctor is reading this now, so he knows what irresponsible surgery can do to a persons life. I had to leave my job as a chef, because of the shooting pains that stemmed from my lower back that left me unable to stand on my feet for more than 10 minutes at a time. I could not enjoy sex with any partner, no matter how gentle or loving they were, because everything hurt. Outside, inside… It all hurt. Every touch or caress of my skin on my abdomen or back or arms or thighs sent pain throughout my entire body. I’m so glad I found therapy that works because I cannot express to you the amount of suffering I’ve endured since I decided to get this surgery. It ruined my life for the better part of a decade, and I’m finally getting myself back, and the life that I once enjoyed. I am only 34 years old and I thought I would not be able to walk anymore. I thought I would never be able to have sex anymore. If there is anyone reading this, who is suffering similarly, I urge you to look into myofascial release therapy. If you don’t have money to get professional help, there are so many tutorials on YouTube that are helpful. There are tools you can buy on Amazon. Just search myofascial release tools. If you need any advice, I am here to help you. I don’t know how many people are suffering after their surgeries, but I know I’m not the only one I regret my Brazilian butt lift, and I wish I can go back and take my pudgy little ass to the gym so that I could get my 20s back. Beauty is pain, but it shouldn’t be this painful. No ass is worth losing your freedom.

Well I have a fat ass

It's almost 3 months. This thing is fat! Haha in a good way. Totally worth it. Stomach is still kinda lumpy... I'll most likely need a little liposculpture but overall I'm happy

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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
51 SW 42nd Ave., Miami, Florida
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Dr Ortega is very personable. He's honest, straight forward and most importantly, great at what he does. I had issues with other people working at Spectrum, but as far as Dr. Ortega goes, he is excellent. I just wish the rest of the staff lived up to that standard.