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Thigh Lift Next - Rochester, NY
UPDATED FROM Mommahelen
3 months post
I have hesitated to update until I had a happy ending
MommahelenJuly 29, 2014
WORTH IT$200
At about 5 weeks PO, I developed a horrible infection in the lower portion of my left thigh incision. This section swelled up, became red and hot and finally burst open.
My PS managed the infection well, I was on antibiotics for weeks and in the office every few days until the infection settled down. Because this type of infection (along an incision) causes a tunneling wound, there was extensive drainage.
The leg is now nearly closed, but the right leg still has a lump of collected fluid at the base of that incision that will either absorb on it's own or require surgical removal. It is not painful, but it leaves me with uneven knees for now.
I was warned by my PS that thighs are tricky and often have complications, especially after such major weight loss and after age 50. I also have bad veins in my legs so the circulation is not the best. However, I am still very happy with the surgery as a whole and having less draping skin on my thighs.
I had a revision to my years ago TT a few weeks ago and have had no healing issues. In a few months, I will have the outer thighs lifted when my PS completes my body lift. At that point, we may revise the thigh incisions.
I was hesitant to update while this was going on because I was disappointed but did not want to warn off anyone who might be considering this surgery. My other procedures have gone so well that I feel this was a blip and not anything that could not be handled, although when I was changing bandages 4 times a day, I was really down.
I'm adding a photo of the current state of the wound opening, I will add photos of my thighs soon.
My PS managed the infection well, I was on antibiotics for weeks and in the office every few days until the infection settled down. Because this type of infection (along an incision) causes a tunneling wound, there was extensive drainage.
The leg is now nearly closed, but the right leg still has a lump of collected fluid at the base of that incision that will either absorb on it's own or require surgical removal. It is not painful, but it leaves me with uneven knees for now.
I was warned by my PS that thighs are tricky and often have complications, especially after such major weight loss and after age 50. I also have bad veins in my legs so the circulation is not the best. However, I am still very happy with the surgery as a whole and having less draping skin on my thighs.
I had a revision to my years ago TT a few weeks ago and have had no healing issues. In a few months, I will have the outer thighs lifted when my PS completes my body lift. At that point, we may revise the thigh incisions.
I was hesitant to update while this was going on because I was disappointed but did not want to warn off anyone who might be considering this surgery. My other procedures have gone so well that I feel this was a blip and not anything that could not be handled, although when I was changing bandages 4 times a day, I was really down.
I'm adding a photo of the current state of the wound opening, I will add photos of my thighs soon.
UPDATED FROM Mommahelen
26 days post
3 1/2 weeks post op
MommahelenMay 8, 2014
I'm healing well. I have very little discomfort and no issues except swelling that is mostly concentrated at the inside of my knees.
My PS said that a little heat on these areas will help and it has been much better after a few days of using moist heat 3 times a day.
My thighs are so much better than they were. The sagging skin is gone except for a little above the knees and that skin could probably be revised at some later date, however I'm very pleased.
My thighs are now about 20" around at the fullest and I think they may be a tiny bit smaller once the swelling fully resolves.
I have been back at the gym for a few days and it's nice to have less jiggle when I run ands it great to be able to work on firming the muscle back up. I do take it slow, but I'm not worried about the incisions, they are flattening and show no sign of separation.
I had thought that I would want a posterior lift eventually, but it may not be worth it to get just a little bit of the back of my thighs pulled up.
My PS said that a little heat on these areas will help and it has been much better after a few days of using moist heat 3 times a day.
My thighs are so much better than they were. The sagging skin is gone except for a little above the knees and that skin could probably be revised at some later date, however I'm very pleased.
My thighs are now about 20" around at the fullest and I think they may be a tiny bit smaller once the swelling fully resolves.
I have been back at the gym for a few days and it's nice to have less jiggle when I run ands it great to be able to work on firming the muscle back up. I do take it slow, but I'm not worried about the incisions, they are flattening and show no sign of separation.
I had thought that I would want a posterior lift eventually, but it may not be worth it to get just a little bit of the back of my thighs pulled up.
Replies (3)
May 9, 2014
Sounds like you've had a great recover so far! You're already back at the gym! Good for you :) Do you have any updated pictures including scars? I'm trying to decide what I'll do for my thighs. Take care!
July 28, 2014
Any updates?? I keep telling myself that LIPO was not worth it -- never had so much pain after a procedure in my life!
I don't think the results were worth it. I can't tell much difference. I think my body stuck every ounce they sucked on right back!
I am ready to tackle my thigh lift though. Finances will come in and boom I'll be done.
July 29, 2014
I've just updated. My PS said that lipo would not help me at all since my problem was the pooling skin. It's hard to get thighs super tight and smooth, but I'm pleased with mine no longer flapping about.
July 29, 2014
Thank you so much for being transparent about your process. I understand some of the risks involved. I have had both knees replaced with different experiences on each. Had I known some of the potential causes of problems I could have avoided a few hiccups.
I am looking forward to having my thighs done. I have very stubborn fat on my legs and the lipo removed some but I am working out diligently trying to get more loose skin for my PS to work with.
Hope to have this done by the end of the year. I got married in May and wanted to postpone surgery for a while for obvious reasons ;)
He is very supportive and wants me to finish my body work. Not for him, but for me, I still hide my thighs.
UPDATED FROM Mommahelen
7 days post
One week out
MommahelenApril 18, 2014
Very swollen but no pain or restriction to moving or sitting. I think I was on my feet too much yesterday and I did have a few trips up and down stairs.
I am very pleased with the progress, this recovery seems easier than my recent arm lift and I was told it would be worse.
The incisions still have a lot of glue covering them, hence the dark lines.
I am very pleased with the progress, this recovery seems easier than my recent arm lift and I was told it would be worse.
The incisions still have a lot of glue covering them, hence the dark lines.
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April 19, 2014
Glad you are taking it all in stride.
I am day 3 post lipo on flanks and thighs - very sore and very bruised and swollen. Starting to see results in my waist though.
I'm hoping the results will be enough to keep me from needing the bilateral lift and I can just do a simple thigh lift.
May 7, 2014
Looking good, would love to see some updated pictures of your healing. How are you feeling these days? I am having a LBL and long thigh lift in 5 days!!!
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