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Hernia Repair with Tummy Tuck - Plano, TX
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I'm 48 years old and 5'1" tall. I've had 3...
WORTH IT$3,700
I'm 48 years old and 5'1" tall. I've had 3 children, my first two at ages 19 and 21. I had my last child at age 38. I've been overweight all of my adult life. In 2011 I had the Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG). My highest weight was 236. I've maintained in the 160's for the past year.
At my 2 year follow up with my WLS surgeon he discovered a hernia. We discussed having my hernia repair and tummy tuck at the same time. I will have a general surgeon repair the hernia and my abdominal wall then the Plastic surgeon will complete the tummy tuck.
I will post before pics soon. I'm very excited about this new part of my life. I've never had a flat tummy, even as a teenager. This is like a dream for me. I'll be 50 soon and hopefully I'll have a body better than I had in my 20's. :-)
As far as the cost, the insurance will cover for the hernia repair. I will have to pay the PS for the tummy tuck. Right now the cost is just an estimate.
At my 2 year follow up with my WLS surgeon he discovered a hernia. We discussed having my hernia repair and tummy tuck at the same time. I will have a general surgeon repair the hernia and my abdominal wall then the Plastic surgeon will complete the tummy tuck.
I will post before pics soon. I'm very excited about this new part of my life. I've never had a flat tummy, even as a teenager. This is like a dream for me. I'll be 50 soon and hopefully I'll have a body better than I had in my 20's. :-)
As far as the cost, the insurance will cover for the hernia repair. I will have to pay the PS for the tummy tuck. Right now the cost is just an estimate.
Robin Texasmom's provider
UPDATED FROM Robin Texasmom
1 month pre
Before Pics added
This is really hard to put out there for all to see, but I know it will help others along the way. I love to look at others pictures before and after.
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August 7, 2013
How exciting...I will be watching your journey
August 9, 2013
It is really hard to do the before pics, but they are so worth it once you have the afters! I was just looking at my before pics today and was like, "DAMN!", I'm so happy! Even though I haven't lost any weight, I feel great and my confidence is through the roof! You look a lot like I did before, so I hope you get the same results or even better, though I'll be jealous! LOL! It's so worth it. It's a long recovery, though by six months, you should be totally back to normal,(most swelling is gone, though not all, but it's still better then before!), and getting your groove on! You will be buying bikini's next summer! I'm so excited for you! Can't wait to follow your journey!
August 9, 2013
Thank you Dragonfly. Your photo's are amazing. I hope I look as good as you afterwards. :-)
August 11, 2013
You are so right Dragonfly. I was so embarrassed to out before pics up but as I reviewed more pages I felt like I was amongst old friends that wouldn't judge me. I love having my blog to track my ups and downs.
August 11, 2013
You will, Robin! I got a walker and potty chair for my first couple of weeks at home. I'm glad I did because it was hard to walk....but a very necessary evil. My bed sits very high off the ground so I slept in my kids' room the first 2 weeks. It was like my personal hospital room - complete with potty chair :-) !!!!! Cough drops are a good idea. I also went to Sonic and got a bag of ice. They have the small balls of ice which was great for sucking on. You will likely have the worst case of dry mouth from the anesthesia. Plenty of pillows are a must to help with the back pain and to hold against your tummy if you unfortunately sneeze, cough, or laugh!!! HORRIBLE PAIN!
August 11, 2013
Thank you Lvlyrose for all the suggestions. I went to Bed Bath and Beyond today and got a body pillow and a couple of others ones, I think I'm set. I also bought a bed rest chair pillow, so if I'm in the bed it will help sit me up more. I will probably be in my recliner more than anything from what I've read. My bed is high also, but plan on using a stool to get in it, if I dare try. Maybe after the first few days.
August 9, 2013
Sorry, had to add something, make sure you get cough drops, straws and someone to set an alarm for you to take your meds afterwards. The first week is the worst and even that isn't so bad. I forgot cough drops and had to make the hubby run out and get some! But I was back in the store with him by day 4! Any questions you have, just ask!
UPDATED FROM Robin Texasmom
1 month pre
Making my list...
It's only 35 more days until my TT w/hernia repair. I've signed my consent forms, made my pre op appts for labs and ekg, and making my list of things needed. This has all happened so fast, but at the same time seems like it's taking forever to get here. Not looking forward to the pain, but so looking for the extra sleep time. LOL I know that sounds odd, but I can't wait to be able to sit around and sleep for a few days. Not having to worry about work, the house, etc....just to worry about me and getting rest so I can heal. :-)
I love that so many of you share what you needed for surgery. I like to be organized and have everything on hand, just in case I need it.
So far I have:
extra pillows
body pillow
toilet seat riser
walker (already had from when my husband broke his leg)
recliner (already have)
extra compression garment
vitamins
and the list continues....
I love that so many of you share what you needed for surgery. I like to be organized and have everything on hand, just in case I need it.
So far I have:
extra pillows
body pillow
toilet seat riser
walker (already had from when my husband broke his leg)
recliner (already have)
extra compression garment
vitamins
and the list continues....
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