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I know its been awhile since I have posted on here...
I am now 4 months an d a few weeks post op from my surgery. Even with the emergency bleeding issues that I had, I wouldn't change a thing! Oh, I still have some swelling to deal with and by the end of the day I am still a little fatigued, but, I feel so much better about me.
I am back in the studio 5 days a week now. And I am finishing each class as strong as I can. Today was the first time that I was able to do a plank for 90 seconds without going down to my knees! I had made a goal that I would be able to hold a plank before the end of the year. Since my surgery, I have had to purchase s few smaller size workout pants. It was really an odd feeling to go and purchase a size smaller.
As far as my scar goes, it looks just as good as it did the day my pic were taken, it is beginning to lighten up now. My inner thogh scars look great and are not really noticeable unless I am really looking for them. At times when I am stretching on the ballet barre I can feel a pinch but other than that I full range of motion with no issues.
At first I noticed some "puckering" where my incisions ended behind my hip, but, just like my PS said, it is beginning to "let go" and smooth out.
I will be visiting my PS next month for another follow up, I am thinking now of having a breast reduction and maybe my inner arms (bat wings) taken off. Didn't think much about a breast reduction but now with my flat tummy the twins look way too large not to mention they don't stay put...lol... I will be talking to my PS about it and will then ponder. Then again the finance end plays into it as well.
I hope everyone will stay safe this New Year holiday and will have a happy 2012.
Ok, I have finally uploaded the pic taken at my PS...
I did ask him about the swelling and he did say that it can take months for the swelling to go down. He suggested that I keep wearing my CG as much as possible.
So, at this point I am not rushing the finale results as it really won't do me any good, seems the healing process will go along as it seems fit.
I find in the evening when I am really in the land of swell hell, I recline with a frozen gel pack for about 30 minutes, it does seem to help with the swelling.
Every morning when I get out of bed and walk by the mirror, I can't believe the image reflecting is me. I am in such awe, my PS truly has gifted hands. Every day I am thankful to him and his staff.
Wishing you all good health and happy healing
65 days PO I went to see my PO last Thursday...
I went to see my PO last Thursday for my 2 month check. I had my "official" after pictures taken. I continue to have swelling but all in all I am doing well. After the photos were taken, we looked at the before photos, I took his hand and thanked him for giving me my life back.
We discussed the long journey thru recovery that he and I have walked. I am still wearing my compression garment. I have tried to go without it a few times when I have had an event to attend and wanted to wear something other than long pants. At first I felt ok, but, half way through thte evening I was really uncomfortable. As soon as I was home, I jumped back into my garment.
I am slowly returning to the studio and am choosing wisely which fitness/ dance class I attend. I am not doing any planks or anything that stressful yet.
My scar is looking really nice, no redness or open areas. Even the scars on my inner thighs are looking wonderful. I keep using Plamers skin therapy oil, I love, love , love it!
I will be posting new pictures soon!!!
Happy healing everyone.
Provider Review
Dr G is a very kind man. He is very patient and makes you feel as though you are the only patient he has. His staff is just wonderful, the surgery scheduler, "Saint" Janet, is just that, a saint for people like me that will call numerous times and she always makes time to answer questions, her calm nature has been very reassuring for me! The staff is genuine, they are professional, supportive and seem to care about what is important to you, not to what they think is important. I know most PS will advertise they accept this or that finance company and really not care how those finance companies will treat the patient. Well, guess what, not at Dr G office. When I informed Saint Janet that I was going to use a medical finance company, she discussed with me why I should reconsider using certain companies. Together we worked a plan and at the end of the day, everything came into place. I am so very thankful that I have found Dr G, his office really cares; they will not turn you away, but, will work with you and listen and will help you realize your needs and dreams. Three hours after my TT and inner thigh lift, the nurse noted that I had a large hematoma in my right groin; Dr Guerra was called, after he examined me, he explained that he needed to go back into surgery and take out the hematoma. When I re-entered the surgery suite and was placed on the operating table, Dr Guerra took my hand and held it tight, he told me that he would not leave and would see me through. It took Dr Guerra 3 hours to carefully find the little bleeder. Since I had a few complications related to the anesthesia, Dr G had me directly admitted to the hospital in the ICU, where I was for two days, after which I was placed on a different floor and stayed for a week. During this whole time, Dr Guerra, visited me twice a day, always updating me on laboratory results etc... My family that lives out of state was worried; Dr G would calmly speak with them via telephone and reassures all that he would see me through this to the end. Dr Guerra never left me alone, during the evening the nurse would inform me that Dr G had telephoned for an update; even the nurses could not believe his wonderful, caring bedside manner. Now that I am home and recovering, Dr Guerra has had me come into the office quite often, to ensure I continue on a healthy recovery journey. He has been very generous in supplying my compression garments, never seen him without a smile on his face and a laugh to share. Each time I come into the office, he will ask about my daughter who lives 2500 miles from me. Dr Guerra always takes his time and will answer all questions. Since I did have a rough time of it, Dr Guerra has been an active partner with the specialist to ensure that I am being well cared for. When any of you are searching for a PS, please ask yourself, if the PS you are considering has hospital privileges, will the PS continue to follow you should anything happen, will the PS take the extra steps to ensure your safety; will the PS see you through any complication. Dr Guerra is the real deal... If you are looking in the Scottsdale / Phoenix area, please consider Dr Guerra.