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40 Year Old Mom of 15 Year Old Twins- Umbilical Hernia Repair and Destasis Repair - Philadelphia, PA
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This is my 3rd hernia repair, first 2 not...
mylovelulouJanuary 1, 2015
$10,000
This is my 3rd hernia repair, first 2 not successful, the 2nd left me with nerve impingement which is very painful. I consulted with a PS for my 3rd and hopefully final surgery, he did a CT scan saw that I had destasis recti and said since he will be repairing the hernia he will repair my abs as well, which was a big bonus. My anxiety is the fear of the unknown the post op pain and drains. Any information will be helpful. Thank you
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16 days pre
what should I expect???
mylovelulouJanuary 2, 2015
What should I expect and what are the muse haves besides pain meds to help me heal?
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January 4, 2015
Had a TT with muscle repair 15 days ago. I thought a must have for me, as I read from other reviews are: walker, toilet seat riser, recliner chair. The meds def help with pain control. Best wishes.
January 5, 2015
Hi pj40 thank you so much for your input I will definitely make sure I have all of that :)
January 14, 2015
HI pj40 thank you I was able to rent a recliner chair that's has an electronic lift along with a walker and toilet seat raiser. My biggest fear is the pain and drains, any advice for that?
January 14, 2015
Hi! I'm glad you were able to get those items--walker was a lifesaver, and back saver! I slept in recliner for about 2 weeks. As far as pain--the first week I really don't recall feeling too much, but staying on top of meds is key. Make sure to take and don't wait until pain sets in. Getting up from recliner, take it slow. Your tummy will be sore but muscle pain, not the other pain. I read a lot about how people experienced pain or irritation from the drains, but they really didn't bother me. I left them alone and staying in the recliner on my back wouldn't irritate them because they is relatively no movement when in recliner. Are you have a pain pump as well? I had one, along with the pain meds and muscle relaxer and was fine. But like I said , I slept a lot those first several days. When I was up, to use the bathroom, I took small walks around the house with my walker. Make sure to have someone with you round the clock for the first several days for help. Helped a lot. You will be great--so excited for you! Ask anything else you need--
January 16, 2015
Pj40 thank you so much for all your advice it helped me a lot, I appreciate it. I will keep you posted!
UPDATED FROM mylovelulou
5 days pre
1 week count down and I'm so nervous!
mylovelulouJanuary 14, 2015
Help any last minute advice?? Did anyone else feel like they had second thoughts?? Should I go through with it??? I know the pain is temporary and the results are forever and I will be happy but I'm super scared.. any advice is kindly requested.. Thank you RS friends
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January 15, 2015
I am debating having this surgery, so I completely understand your fear!!! I haven't scheduled mine yet and not sure if I will. Your stomach looks better than mine actually :). I too have diastasis and a hernia. I also have a little excess skin - I have 3 boys.
You just have to think of the pain as a short term thing...I just had breast augmentation is September and I felt the same way you do before my surgery :(... I have been reading a lot of tummy tuck stories on here and they all seem to be liking their results..
Keep us posted, I am thinking of you and sending you good thoughts!!!
January 16, 2015
Hi Gretchen44 Thank you for your kind words of encouragement, it's getting closer aND nerves are starting to set in... I will keep everyone posted thank you
You will do well. The recovery process is all temporary and does come to an end. The results are very worth the short term pain. Try to focus on the end results. Take a look at my Tummy Tuck Survival Guide and this will provide you with some great information.