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8 Weeks out and Still Bruised! But Cellulite Has Diminished 90% - North Carolina
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It's been almost 5 months and I can honestly say...
WORTH IT$3,500
It's been almost 5 months and I can honestly say that it's been worth it. The bruising is practically gone, just a little discoloration but it is going away. Compared to the cellulite I had in it's place 5 months ago, I would say it's definitely worth it. I am posting some BEFORE and AFTER pictures of the BACKS of my legs and my butt. I was a little apprehensive to post a big ugly butt picture, but that's not "me" anymore! The AFTER picture is what my butt and legs look like today! Yay!!! So, ...it DOES get better... it just takes some time.
I found out some additional information on the extended-life bruising that we've been experiencing. The "bruising" is actually called Hemosiderin Staining. From what I understand, Hemosiderin often forms after bleeding during surgery. When blood leaves a ruptured blood vessel, the red blood cell dies, and the hemoglobin of the cell is released into the extracellular space. White blood cells called macrophages engulf the hemoglobin to degrade it, producing hemosiderin. Hemosiderin staining, also called hemosiderosis, is a brown or rusty discoloration of the skin resulting from a buildup of hemosiderin in the fluid of the body.
I think since Cellulaze is so new, we are all finding out things about it as it happens to us. Thankfully, forums like this one exist so we can share information with each other and offer support. Had we known that all this bruising has a name, and that it can be a normal side effect of surgery sometimes, I would have been less anxious about my experience. I can say now, very definitely that I feel very positive about my experience and am happy the way things are turning out. I hope this is helpful...: ) I'll keep you posted.
I found out some additional information on the extended-life bruising that we've been experiencing. The "bruising" is actually called Hemosiderin Staining. From what I understand, Hemosiderin often forms after bleeding during surgery. When blood leaves a ruptured blood vessel, the red blood cell dies, and the hemoglobin of the cell is released into the extracellular space. White blood cells called macrophages engulf the hemoglobin to degrade it, producing hemosiderin. Hemosiderin staining, also called hemosiderosis, is a brown or rusty discoloration of the skin resulting from a buildup of hemosiderin in the fluid of the body.
I think since Cellulaze is so new, we are all finding out things about it as it happens to us. Thankfully, forums like this one exist so we can share information with each other and offer support. Had we known that all this bruising has a name, and that it can be a normal side effect of surgery sometimes, I would have been less anxious about my experience. I can say now, very definitely that I feel very positive about my experience and am happy the way things are turning out. I hope this is helpful...: ) I'll keep you posted.
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P.S. Hemosiderin Staining is, more simply put, a...
P.S. Hemosiderin Staining is, more simply put, a molecular byproduct of blood cells breaking down and can "stain" nearby tissues. It may linger after bruising, especially in a person with lighter skin, but it is not permanent.
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August 25, 2012
This makes me so happy to hear Bruiser and that's for the hemoderin update. I've never looked into that before but at 3.5 months I still have discoloration and swelling in thick rows on the back of my legs.
Dr. Dibernardo insists I need to wait until the 6 month mark but I've been getting so discouraged about the bruises and swelling.
I'm so angry & feel like he destroyed my legs!!!
Thank you for sharing and I hope I'm as lucky as you
Dr. Dibernardo insists I need to wait until the 6 month mark but I've been getting so discouraged about the bruises and swelling.
I'm so angry & feel like he destroyed my legs!!!
Thank you for sharing and I hope I'm as lucky as you
August 25, 2012
: ( Hang in there!! Just give it some time...I totally understand how difficult the uncertainty is.
August 25, 2012
Thank you my love! Your butt looks amazing. So needed the support xo
August 26, 2012
Yes you look great!!!! I am just at 3 weeks out and my doctor keeps stressing that it will get better I trust him totally so have no problem with the wait and let it runs it course thing. Even with all that it is nice to hear it from someone who is on the "other side". I just keep focusing on the little things like walking normal, sitting normal, being able to sit on the toilet and not having to wear that compression garm. although like you I do wear it to bed. Thanks you so much for keeping us all informed.
August 26, 2012
Thank you! That's a great way to put it - "let it runs it's course".... Looking back I think I would have done it at the end of summer (like now, instead of this past Spring) with the mindset that I am preparing for next summer. That way I could have worn the garment more comfortably in the cooler weather, I wouldn't have stressed out about being ready for this summer, and I would have had the fall/winter to heal completely.
September 23, 2012
WOW!!!!! You look amazing! I go for my 2 month appointment on monday. I see the difference on the back but I keep reading the inner thigh for whatever reason is slower to see changes. I do notice less "dimples" when sit so cant wait for that 6 month mark. Look out summer 2013.... :)
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I removed the tape a couple of days ago. I still...
I removed the tape a couple of days ago. I still have bruising; it has lessened some. The tape beats the hell out of wearing the compression garment, it's a 24/7 massage of sorts and I would do it again. However, wearing the compression garment again would probably give the same kind of relief as the tape does. The tape is just a lot less hot and uncomfortable.
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July 25, 2012
Hi Megan,
Things are ok - I removed the tape a couple of days ago. Going to post a picture.... Bruising has lessened but I still have it. : ( I'm just going to have to be patient. The tape was very helpful I think - and beats wearing the compression garment. The tape is a 24/7 massage of sorts and I would do it again. However, wearing the compression garment again would probably give the same kind of relief as the tape does. The tape is just a lot less hot and uncomfortable.
Things are ok - I removed the tape a couple of days ago. Going to post a picture.... Bruising has lessened but I still have it. : ( I'm just going to have to be patient. The tape was very helpful I think - and beats wearing the compression garment. The tape is a 24/7 massage of sorts and I would do it again. However, wearing the compression garment again would probably give the same kind of relief as the tape does. The tape is just a lot less hot and uncomfortable.
July 25, 2012
That is good feedback about the tape. I'm glad the bruising has lessened, though I'm sure you are beyond ready for it to just be gone - hopefully soon!
July 25, 2012
Hi Bruiser1, I'm 7 weeks out (cellulaze was June 6.) How long did your doctor suggest you wear the compression garment? My dr had me stop at 4 weeks. I was surprised you would still be wearing yours if you weren't wearing the tape.
August 25, 2012
Hi Brittany6755! Sorry I didn't see your response until now, I think it got sort of buried! My doctor recommended that the garmet be worn for 10 days. I still wear it to bed though especially when I'm feeling achy and itchy. It just helps with the circulation or something, not sure - I just feel better when I am wearing it. Except when it's hot out, then I hate it. : ) That's why the tape was so helpful...when I wore the tape I got some of the same benefits as the garment without having to wear that heavy compression garment. Nothing really beats the garment though.
August 4, 2012
Hi friends,
I haven't written in awhile life has been so busy! I finally am 3 months out am I cannot believe the dark discoloration I still have under my skin!!!!!!!! Im going on my summer vacation today and I was hope that by now I'd be good but I'm not.
My cellulite has improved on my butt but not on my legs. I seriously cannot believe this color. I just was in a dressing room and the color looks SO bad. I'm really sad because I did everything right.
I tried the smooth shapes but that didn't do a damn thing. I also got a deep MagSafe the other day. I haven't tried the tape yet.
I'm going to Dr. Dibernardo in Montclair when I'm back.
I just can't believed I traded a MILDLY bumpy butt for bruising under the skin that won't go away.
I'm SO dissapointed and mad about the $$ I spent. Not to mention how insecure I am now.
I don't think I should have done this.
I guess I need more time but I'm going to really give him a piece of my mind next visit.
He NEVER mentioned this pigment issue to me!!!!! I have light skin and it's underneath so it's not hyper pigmentation.
My derm said hyperpig is not permanent but could take another 4 months.
I don't see any improvement so idk :(((((
I haven't written in awhile life has been so busy! I finally am 3 months out am I cannot believe the dark discoloration I still have under my skin!!!!!!!! Im going on my summer vacation today and I was hope that by now I'd be good but I'm not.
My cellulite has improved on my butt but not on my legs. I seriously cannot believe this color. I just was in a dressing room and the color looks SO bad. I'm really sad because I did everything right.
I tried the smooth shapes but that didn't do a damn thing. I also got a deep MagSafe the other day. I haven't tried the tape yet.
I'm going to Dr. Dibernardo in Montclair when I'm back.
I just can't believed I traded a MILDLY bumpy butt for bruising under the skin that won't go away.
I'm SO dissapointed and mad about the $$ I spent. Not to mention how insecure I am now.
I don't think I should have done this.
I guess I need more time but I'm going to really give him a piece of my mind next visit.
He NEVER mentioned this pigment issue to me!!!!! I have light skin and it's underneath so it's not hyper pigmentation.
My derm said hyperpig is not permanent but could take another 4 months.
I don't see any improvement so idk :(((((
August 4, 2012
Hi almost famous: I have written you before & my experience is identical to yours. I am one week ahead of you. The experience has been disappointing & an emotional roller coaster. I have a friend that is a physical therapist w/ Olympic athletes. He has me doing 3 things no one else suggested. In a desperate attempt to receive some benefit I was open to try....so here's what I've been doing: 1) 3-4 times a week use a dry sauna for 30 min. This helps sweat out toxins, excess fluid & toxins 2) Apply retinol cream topically to skin affected - this helps skin cells turnover faster 3) cryotherapy or cryo sauna - this is the opposite of dry sauna - it freezes you for 3 min. - great for healing, inflammation, ect. It costs about $70. Per treatment...I sincerely think that the combo of these 3 suggested therapies is helping me see results. I had quite a bit of lumpy fat areas - I don't think the 'rolling' was done properly so the fats just hanging around in there! I agree w/ you - I never would have done this. Still need capillaries repaired...this was a lot more invasive than I was told!!! Hope this helps you, xox
August 15, 2012
Wow..so interesting reading all these comments. I did have the treatment done on the back of my legs on 5/29. To date I have seen some improvement in the cellulite. However, I still have discoloration that is visible and mild lumpiness in the area. Like everyone else, I feel that the full side effects and recovery phase were not properly disclosed. In fact, I think this is the only forum for women to understand what this procedure involves and how disappointing some of us feel. If I had know all the facts, I would have done this procedure in September at the end of summer. This way, I can keep my legs covered for at least 6 months. I have traded my mild cellulite for legs that look discolored and wierd for summer. Thanks everyone for your posts. They really help.
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