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55 Year Old Making the Change - Richmond, VA
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I am scheduled for a lower body lift on 25 March...
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I am scheduled for a lower body lift on 25 March 2014. I am both nervous and excited about having the procedure done.
A little history about myself. I am 55 years old, 64 inches tall and weigh 135lbs down from an all time high of 238lbs. I decided to join WW in 2011 and lost over a 100lbs through the change in my eating (notice I did not say diet) and exercise . Needless to say the weight loss left me with loose and sagging skin which I didn't like so I decided to do something about. I thank God that there was an avenue out there called plastic surgery that makes it possible to correct that.
I had breast augmentation and arm lift surgery in Jul 2013 (click here to read my review) and I have been nothing but pleased with the results of those procedures. I am loving my new breast and not flabby arms. I am so blessed to have found a PS with skills to take a mess and make it the best.
I will be posting before and after pictures and will write more later this week.
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UPDATED FROM lizzyleo
1 day pre
1 Day and a Wake Up
Well I am a day and a half from my LBL surgery. I am both excited and nervous but am looking forward to seeing the results of this procedure. I have rearranged my family room as my temporary bedroom with recliner, TV, small frig, laptop and all the necessities I think I will need. Bacitracin, water, straws, protein powders, meds, panty liners, peroxide, blanket, sheets, pillows, and of course my Ipod and books to read. I am also so fortunate to have my Mom help me. This is a New Year and a New Me. I am posting before and after pics of my arms and breast and before of my lower body. Not so pretty but will be.
Replies (9)
March 24, 2014
Good luck with your surgery tomorrow! My lower body lift is in 11 days. I can sympathize with your mixed feelings of nervousness and excitement. I hope to read more about how the surgery and your recovery goes. I'll be sending you happy thoughts tomorrow! Good luck!!!
March 25, 2014
Thanks! And I hope to post something later tomorrow evening. 11 Days is going to go by real fast and before you know it you will be done with surgery and home recovering yourself.
March 25, 2014
Today is the day! I'm sure you're excited. Hopefully you experience that weird calm that seems to happen with a lot of us. Best of luck and a hug sent your way. Update when you can. You are gonna look awesome!
March 26, 2014
My surgery was yesterday and I was going to write a post when I got home but all I could do was sleep. And yes I did experience that weird calm. I may be in a little pain and sore but I know it is going to be worth it once I see the results which will be later today.
March 26, 2014
Hooray for you! Best wishes on a successful surgery and quick recovery. I just had an LBL on the 12th, and it appears you and I are about the same size and age. While I am still swollen the results appear to fantastic and I am sure yours will be as well. Quick recovery prayers going your way.
March 26, 2014
Thanks! The surgery went well yesterday and I came home yesterday as well. The nurses at the facility said I am going to love my results and that my PS did a great job. I will take my bandages off later today to see. I have pain mostly when I move but it is not excruciating. How long were you in pain or sore? I am only taking one pain pill so far.
March 27, 2014
Today is 2 weeks post op for me. I would say there is still pain/sore, but much improved and it takes far less drug (OTC) to function. I did treat myself to 1 Vicodin today after work and is was an amazing feeling for it all to melt away and be completely comfortable for a couple hours. Personally I think feeling the soreness is a good way to remember just what you are really capable of.
March 27, 2014
Don't take that to mean that you should not be aggressive with your drugs for the next few days :) Stay on top of the pain, it is hard to catch back up if you let it get out of hand. The first couple days use those drugs to get you through. You are going to be sore, but you will be happy when it is done. I will be curious to hear how you think this surgery compares to your last as arms/breast will/would be my next step.
March 18, 2015
I'm happy for you girl I have to have the same things done to me and I'm 61 but you go girl
UPDATED FROM lizzyleo
1 day post
Day 1 After Surgery
Today is day one after my surgery. I am doing fine. Got a little scared when my leg was bleeding but I called my PS and it was the lipo suction area and I apparently rubbed out the tiny stitch that was there. I am in a little pain and really sore in my mid section but that is to be expected. I will post photos later of me marked up for surgery. It is just amazing that this type of surgery is possible. I am so glad there was a way to fix what I didn't like. Getting tired the pain pill is kicking int. Will write more later.
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March 26, 2014
Congratulations! Happy you're home and doing well. Did your doc take intra operative pictures, as well? Those are also really cool to see. Helps you understand the pain. Get lots of rest!
March 27, 2014
Thanks! I don't know if he took pics or not. What are intra operative pics? I will ask him when I go to my appointment next week. I would love to see what was all done in the OR that day. I find this type of plastic surgery fascinating.
March 27, 2014
Me too! It's amazing what they can do. My profile shows some pics my doc took during my surgery. I just love those! A lot take them so be sure to ask if he did.
March 27, 2014
Mine did not, or he isn't releasing them to me. I loved yours and they truly helped me to understand what to expect and to remind me why I was so sore for awhile.
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Congratulations on the weight loss, that's a huge achievement. Good luck with your surgery, I hope it all goes well and you have a smooth recovery. Please do keep us updated with your progress.