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33 Yr Old, Very Active, 5'2" 122 Lbs, No Kids, Liposculpture of Full Abdomen, Waist/hips and Inner Thighs - Scottsdale, AZ
UPDATED FROM summerj
1 month post
5 week post-op update
summerjJune 23, 2015
WORTH IT$6,500
Hey real selfers! I haven't posted in a while because nothing major has changed besides my energy and physical level. I can finally work out almost as hard as I could before I had Lipo, yay!! Overall the surgery was worth the down time, discomfort and the money but I'm REALLY hoping to see more improvement of the next few months as my body continues to heal and swelling decreases. I can tell I'm still swollen. I see a drastic difference from a posterior view, especially in the love handles area and my clothes fit much better now with no big fat roll to hang over the waist of my jeans! Lol! I hope to see more of a curvy look though. I've got some hips and a booty so I'm surprised that the straight on view looks so straight with not much definition in my waistline. Still looking for the perfect garment because I'm still swollen and feel like there us more shaping that can be done even this far out from surgery. So far, Marena comfort wear garments have been the most comfortable. I'm waiting on their high back bodysuit with suspenders and hook and eye closure in front so I can cinch my waist (comfortably) a little more.
It's hard not to become obsessed with 'fine tuning' things after surgery huh? I really want my breasts done now!! I'm also researching doctors in Tijuana who may be good for breats and/or more aggressive Lipo sculpting if I'm still not thrilled with my waist in 6 months. I'll post more pictures as I see any changes and will update once I find the best compression garment.
Oh yeah, forgot to mention legs! Definitely improved but still swollen so all my garments are mid calf coverage to apply compression to inner thighs and knees.
It's hard not to become obsessed with 'fine tuning' things after surgery huh? I really want my breasts done now!! I'm also researching doctors in Tijuana who may be good for breats and/or more aggressive Lipo sculpting if I'm still not thrilled with my waist in 6 months. I'll post more pictures as I see any changes and will update once I find the best compression garment.
Oh yeah, forgot to mention legs! Definitely improved but still swollen so all my garments are mid calf coverage to apply compression to inner thighs and knees.
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Replies (5)
June 23, 2015
Hi! Thanks for the update. Glad to hear you are almost 100% back to normal! Except for residual swelling, which I read can last up to several months! I read that you will continue to see results for up to 1 year!
June 26, 2015
May i ask, how many liters did he remove?
June 26, 2015
If you're interested in a more aggressive liposculpture, I recommend you check Dr. Dario Juris. I had a liposculpture with Vaser done with him almost a month ago, and the results have been amazing so far. I'm currently wearing a size XS girdle and like I said, I'm not even 4 weeks post-op. I had my back, arms, thighs and stomach done.
June 26, 2015
Thanks so much for the recommendation! I will definitely look into him. Like I said, if I'm still not thrilled with my shape in a few more months I'll be looking for additional treatment. Thanks again!
UPDATED FROM summerj
11 days post
Finally, less discomfort!!
summerjMay 29, 2015
I'm happy to report I'm barely even taking Tylenol now for pain. I'm still a little stingy and sensitive in all my treated areas but it's much more tolerable now, more annoying than actually painful. I'm still very, very swollen and trying not to get discouraged. I can tell there is improvement in my shape, just not as much as I'd like after spending almost 7k! I know I need to be patient and wait for the swelling to go down though. Dr. Hall reassured me that I was very swollen and that I won't start to see my new shape until about 3 weeks post. I'm still wearing compression 24/7, Dr. Says to do so for an additional week after surgery but I'll probably wear for longer if my significant swelling continues. I am experimenting with different types of compression to see what I like best. Might go for a lymphatic massage next week!
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May 30, 2015
How are you now? Did you receive lymphatic drainage sessions afterwards to speed up recovery??
May 31, 2015
I'm still really swollen but I do think I need a smaller compression garment which is encouraging. Haven't gone for the massage yet, I'm hoping to do that sometime this week. I've heard they can be very helpful. I only purchased one through groupon but if I like it and it helps may decide to do a package. I'll post afterwards to update. :)
May 31, 2015
Your looking great after only 11 days! I believe everyone goes thru up and down emotion periods and at some point even regrets spending the money. So just remember your not alone when feeling a bit bummed. And at three months you'll be totally excited about your new body when pretty much of the swelling is gone. At six months is when you'll see pretty much the final results but ask your PS. Best to you!
May 31, 2015
Thank you for the encouragement! I do keep going back and forth over how I feel regarding my results but I'm keeping positive they'll turn out great! I can't wait for the 3 month mark. Have you had Lipo before? If so how long did you wear compression? I feel like I need to for longer than my dr. Is recommending
June 1, 2015
Hey I have question do you still have swelling or numb spots?
June 1, 2015
Oh yeah, definitely! Quite a lot of swelling and with lumpy, hard areas. I'm planning on keeping up wearing compression as long as that continues (if I can handle wearing it in the AZ heat much longer!) still some numb spots too. I'll be 2 weeks tomorrow and still feel a pinching or weird pulling sensation in an incision site if I stretch too far. No yoga or Pilates for me for a while! How are you doing? Still swelling and numb? Do you feel like you're seeing good results?
UPDATED FROM summerj
8 days post
7 days post-op bruising
summerjMay 27, 2015
Couldn't upload photos yesterday for some reason so here they are. Also, still pretty sore, tender and painful particularly my flanks and posterior thighs and some of my abdomen. I get tired easily and need to rest a lot more than I was hoping to 1 week out but otherwise doing good :) purchased a Lipo board and a corset to try and help flatten my abs more and release some if the swelling there as well as my lower back. Do far my CG's haven't put enough compression in my lower back, hoping the corset will help.
Thanks for sharing
Hope everything goes as you want:)