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Finally! At Almost 50! - New York, NY

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I was NEVER slim.......NEVER. Pretty, sexy, funny....

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LornadooneFebruary 15, 2013
WORTH IT$15,500

I was NEVER slim.......NEVER. Pretty, sexy, funny.....yes. But, slim? NEVER!

As the years passed I struggled more & more to try and control my weight. After having a GBS in '96, I lost 130 lbs. Then started packing on the weight again during fertility treatment in '03. Was 190 lbs by the time I got pregnant, and 240 lbs when I delivered. Couldn't get the weight off!! Consulted with my surgeon and found that there was a complication that would require me having the GBS all over again. In Jan '07, I had the second GBS and lost 75 lbs. All these trips up & down the scale have left souvenirs I do not want! So, we will be getting rid of this hideous apron and these awful bat wings to start! Having Fleur De Lis TT & brachioplasty (arm lift) on 2/20.

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Joshua King, MD

Joshua King, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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SmokeyndBandit
February 16, 2013
Hi Lorna! Best of luck to you lady! I'm sure you are going to look fabulous! Keep us posted!
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islandlove
February 17, 2013
Congratulations on your weight loss!! Your surgery is Wednesday? Yeah for you!! You're going to be so happy with the results- cant wait to see your "after " pics. I had a TT with muscle repair, BA (600 cc silicone) and lipo on hips done Jan 15th. I have to have my TT opened back up on Tuesday(Feb 19) because Ive developed alot of swelling along with a fever. I should be almost done healing and now I have to do it again with the TT. Wah!! Oh well- I know that in the end Ill be happy with the results. Ill be thinking of you Wednesday!! Youll do great!!! Keep me posted!! :)
SmokeyndBandit
February 17, 2013
Hi islandlove! Sorry to hear that you are having more complications...Goodness, why would they have to open up your incision again hun? Just for swelling/fluid retention? You would think they would be able to insert tubes to drain any fluids and perform some type of non-invasive therapy to help with your swelling? Did you get a second opinion from another doctor? I would! Best of luck hun.
Kimmers25
February 17, 2013

Welcome to the community and thank you for sharing your journey and pictures!

You have had a wild ride is right!  I am happy you are able to do this for yourself now.  Can't wait to see the after pictures.

 

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Tatobos
February 17, 2013
I just had the fluer-de-lis 10 days ago. I am very happy with my results. You'll do great, see ya on the flat side soon :)
finally4me
February 18, 2013
I know you are excited. 3 more days. Good luck and happy healing Sweetie.
UPDATED FROM Lornadoone
6 days post

**POD 6** NEW PICS. So far it's been a pretty...

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LornadooneFebruary 26, 2013
**POD 6** NEW PICS. So far it's been a pretty smooth ride. No real pain to speak of, but, that may have a lot to do with me following the advice of all my TT sisters and staying on top of my meds. PS gave me clearance to shower yesterday at my appointment. So, today, while kids were at school, I took a nice warm shower and washed away all the post-op yuck. I finally looked at all my incisions. I am VERY swollen today. I am pleased with the TT incisions. Nice & low and very even in the hip area. My arms look pretty bad though. Especially the right one. Took some pics of the TT. Will post arm pics soon.

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Path to Flat
February 27, 2013
You look great!!!
UPDATED FROM Lornadoone
8 days post

**POD 8** Feeling much more alert and "normal". ...

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LornadooneFebruary 28, 2013
**POD 8** Feeling much more alert and "normal". However, I think I may be in what's referred to as "swell hell". Last night I was in so much discomfort that I had to take off my binder and arm wraps.....even if for a few minutes. I just felt sooo confined. Like I was going to bust open. It felt so good. Just about 3 minutes!! I so needed it! Anyway, I am grateful for regular BMs, minimal discomfort, and what I believe to be good progress with my drainage. I am fortunate to have the help & support of my husband & my Mom. Even my 5 & 7 yr olds have been exceptionally good this passed week. Today I cut down my pain meds to 1 when I wake up, 1 in the afternoon and 1 before bed (orig dose was 2 every 6 hrs). I am looking forward to my 2nd PO appt on Monday. I'm hoping to get my drains removed. I am hoping to avoid seromas.

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islandlove
February 28, 2013
Cant wait to see your new pics. Your stomache looks great! Hope your healing and recovery goes well. Thinking of you... :)
finally4me
March 1, 2013
Looking good Lorna.
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