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55 and Looking for a Kick Start! - Mississauga, ON
UPDATED FROM CurleySue
3 months post
6 weeks post op
CurleySueMay 18, 2016
WORTH IT$11,000
Well my wound has pretty much healed. Just have a small scab that needs to fall off when it's ready. I am wearing silicone strips on the rest of my incision. I have been given the go ahead for cardio and I can ditch the garment! Tho Dr. Ahmad said that I might feel more comfortable wearing it 1/2 days for a couple more weeks. My abdomen feels strange with it off so I will definitely wean myself off it. For the first time in decades I tucked a shirt in! It was so amazing. I am so thrilled with the results. As time passes the most difficult parts of the recovery is slowly going to the recesses of my mind. I won't forget it but the distance is making it fade from the forefront of my mind. Thank God!
What I did become aware of was that instead of being thrilled with where I am right now I started getting discouraged about the rest of my imperfections. Back fat, bra fat, saggy skin under my neck etc. I had to
smack myself to stop it. I am so fortunate to have been able to have had this done. First the lapband and then the tt. I believed that each procedure would make me happy. Then I started in on myself as to what else I didn't like. When I realized that if I really believed that these procedures would make me happy. Then when done kept thinking I needed more work to make me happy. How sad is that!! So f**k that! I choose to be happy with my body right now in all its glory and imperfections! I am so happy not having this overhanging belly. I really do look great! I still end up changing 3 times in the morning tho. Not because everything is too small to hide my belly but because my clothes are too big and they hide my flat tummy!! I can live with that. I am slowly adding new clothes to my closet. Having a hard time finding things I really really like. I have worn the same style of clothes for so long. I really like that style but I don't need to wear clothes down to my thighs! Lol. All is good tho and I will slowly but surely build up a new wardrobe.
Take care and all the best in your journey's.
What I did become aware of was that instead of being thrilled with where I am right now I started getting discouraged about the rest of my imperfections. Back fat, bra fat, saggy skin under my neck etc. I had to
smack myself to stop it. I am so fortunate to have been able to have had this done. First the lapband and then the tt. I believed that each procedure would make me happy. Then I started in on myself as to what else I didn't like. When I realized that if I really believed that these procedures would make me happy. Then when done kept thinking I needed more work to make me happy. How sad is that!! So f**k that! I choose to be happy with my body right now in all its glory and imperfections! I am so happy not having this overhanging belly. I really do look great! I still end up changing 3 times in the morning tho. Not because everything is too small to hide my belly but because my clothes are too big and they hide my flat tummy!! I can live with that. I am slowly adding new clothes to my closet. Having a hard time finding things I really really like. I have worn the same style of clothes for so long. I really like that style but I don't need to wear clothes down to my thighs! Lol. All is good tho and I will slowly but surely build up a new wardrobe.
Take care and all the best in your journey's.
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UPDATED FROM CurleySue
2 months post
4 weeks post op
CurleySueApril 28, 2016
Started back at work yesterday and it was fine. I was concerned that I would be totally exhausted today but it was fine too!! Yay!!!
I still get muscle spasms in my abdomen and of course am still swollen. I am seeing a lightest the end of the tunnel tho. I know it can take up to a year for final results but just the fact that I am feeling so much better is enough to see the light for me! The opened part of my incision is healing. I continue to wash it twice a day with mild soap and water. Finished 2 weeks of antibiotics so I will keep a close watch to make sure it doesn't get infected. Dr. Ahmad continues to see me weekly to keep an eye on it. I have to say that today is the first day day I actually feel happy about having this done. It's not that I regretted it, it was just more difficult than I imagined. I am glad I did it and I am glad I will never have to do it again! Take care and all the best in your journey's!
I still get muscle spasms in my abdomen and of course am still swollen. I am seeing a lightest the end of the tunnel tho. I know it can take up to a year for final results but just the fact that I am feeling so much better is enough to see the light for me! The opened part of my incision is healing. I continue to wash it twice a day with mild soap and water. Finished 2 weeks of antibiotics so I will keep a close watch to make sure it doesn't get infected. Dr. Ahmad continues to see me weekly to keep an eye on it. I have to say that today is the first day day I actually feel happy about having this done. It's not that I regretted it, it was just more difficult than I imagined. I am glad I did it and I am glad I will never have to do it again! Take care and all the best in your journey's!
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April 30, 2016
I'm so happy for you! Reading this made me smile :)
I go in to see them on Monday for 1 week post op.
Take care!
I go in to see them on Monday for 1 week post op.
Take care!
May 15, 2016
Now I remember you got shingles before you started. It is a wonder we both are still smiling with all that has come down. I agree we deserve a bit of sadness sometimes. A cry or two. But you sound strong and I agree, it is good this is a one time deal. Best CS!
UPDATED FROM CurleySue
2 months post
24 days post op
CurleySueApril 23, 2016
Well I didn't go back to work the next day. In fact I slept the the next day and a half. I cannot get over how tired I am. I had a burst of energy for 4 days, decided to go to work, lasted 5 1/2 hours and I have been exhausted ever since. Doesn't make sense to me. I felt better last weekend than I do this weekend. What is up with that?? I am still on antibiotics so I don't think an infection is brewing to bring on this exhaustion. It sucks. I go back to work this Wednesday which is exactly 4 weeks from surgery day. The thought of it makes me want to go back to sleep. Just this moment it occurred to me that I might be a bit depressed. Everything seems a bit overwhelming at the moment. Anyone else feel this way this far post op??
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April 23, 2016
I too felt great, recovered at home for three weeks, working about 5 hours a day for a week and half. This past Monday was the first day back in the office, and like you, it killed me! It was so exhausting, I was so swollen. But I have to say by Friday, it was okay, so hang in there! Btw I'm 4weeks PO this Tuesday, so we're about the same.
April 24, 2016
This is completely normal. This is a very long healing process that not a lot of us were fully aware of until it was happening to us. You will have your up and down days. I remember having a day where I was feeling great for half of it and then completely depressed the second half. I have had major complications as well and all you can do is ride it out and know that it will pass. You are very early in the recovery process, it's hard to believe but a full recovery doesn't happen until 12 months out. Give yourself a break, it's all normal. Keep thinking positive and happy healing. Take care.
April 24, 2016
Thank you Kerni, I have followed your journey and have felt sick for you. It's been such a long and difficult recovery. You look fabulous tho. Your wound has healed so much. I wish you all the best with your revision along with a speedy, uncomplicated recovery.
April 24, 2016
Yes, I felt the same way. Lucky for me I work from my home office so I was able to schedule well needed afternoon naps. The day just seemed to drain me and after just a short time I sooo needed a nap. My understanding is that our bodies are in healing mode and that burns an incredible amount of energy.
April 24, 2016
Thank you Marii. This is such a long process. I have followed your journey and took great comfort when you said an open incision is not the end of the world. All the best with your continued healing.
April 24, 2016
I am going in the morning for skin graft to my breasts. Please keep me in your prayers.
April 24, 2016
Of course. I pray all goes well and that you have a speedy recovery. I will be thinking of you!
April 26, 2016
Other than a sore buttcheek and throat all is well. :) No dressing changes for a few days at least. Back on the big drugs for a few also. I have an appt on Thurs for them to take a look at the results. Have a blessed day!!
April 24, 2016
Who knew it would be this crazy? I certainly didn't and most of your sistahs didn't either. Now that we're in the healing phase all we can really do is hang on and be as gentle with ourselves as need be. Maybe anticipate your needs before they happen... add in that extra hour of sleep no matter how good you're feeling. Don't make your body ask for rest, just provide it. I read that the first six weeks we need so much extra rest as that's when we do our healing. We can go back to being superwomen later... now it's kitten time! (And 4 weeks PO is still early days... trust the process... you will heal. And the days will get brighter. Promise!!) All the best!
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