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24 Years Old, Finally Ready To Have A Flat Tummy. Scottsdale, AZ
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I have been thinking about this for a while and...
rosieapril92June 16, 2016
WORTH IT$5,000
I have been thinking about this for a while and last month finally did the research, picked a surgeon, and scheduled the date. Life is just too short to spend time looking in the mirror and not liking what I see.
About me: I am a healthy 24 year old, active (cardio 2-3 x per week, yoga on weekends) and for as long as I can remember I have had a stomach pooch. I gained a lot of weight very quickly around the 4th grade and was really chubby and overweight for most of my middle and high school days. Didn't play sports, suffered from binge eating disorder. When I went to college I found how much stress I relieved at the gym and lost about 40 pounds from exercising regularly for the first time in my life. Sine then I've gained 15 back but have been at a steady weight the last three years.
Even at my lowest weight, my stomach had a stubborn roll of fat. I've found that when I really work at it, the rest of my body (legs, arms, and weirdly even love handles) tone up nicely, but my stomach remains the same. My pooch hits right where my pants button, making them fit awkwardly/make me look pregnant. I have a small chest and feel like my body is just out of proportion. I'm looking forward to having flat stomach for the first time.
I know this surgery will not make me suddenly thinner, and I actually like being a size 10, I just want to look more proportionate and gain some confidence.
Main concerns: Swelling, if I will be too sore for work the next week (surgery is on Thursday, taking Friday and Monday off), and the meds making me sick. I took oxycodone following my Cholecystectomy and it made my stomach upset. My goal for this surgery is to get off the pain pills and move to over the counter pills as soon as possible. Planning on using essential oils to help with bruising.
I have a big event with my boyfriend (who lives in another state) a month after surgery. I cannot wait to put on a flattering dress and surprise him with a curvy, more proportionate body!
About me: I am a healthy 24 year old, active (cardio 2-3 x per week, yoga on weekends) and for as long as I can remember I have had a stomach pooch. I gained a lot of weight very quickly around the 4th grade and was really chubby and overweight for most of my middle and high school days. Didn't play sports, suffered from binge eating disorder. When I went to college I found how much stress I relieved at the gym and lost about 40 pounds from exercising regularly for the first time in my life. Sine then I've gained 15 back but have been at a steady weight the last three years.
Even at my lowest weight, my stomach had a stubborn roll of fat. I've found that when I really work at it, the rest of my body (legs, arms, and weirdly even love handles) tone up nicely, but my stomach remains the same. My pooch hits right where my pants button, making them fit awkwardly/make me look pregnant. I have a small chest and feel like my body is just out of proportion. I'm looking forward to having flat stomach for the first time.
I know this surgery will not make me suddenly thinner, and I actually like being a size 10, I just want to look more proportionate and gain some confidence.
Main concerns: Swelling, if I will be too sore for work the next week (surgery is on Thursday, taking Friday and Monday off), and the meds making me sick. I took oxycodone following my Cholecystectomy and it made my stomach upset. My goal for this surgery is to get off the pain pills and move to over the counter pills as soon as possible. Planning on using essential oils to help with bruising.
I have a big event with my boyfriend (who lives in another state) a month after surgery. I cannot wait to put on a flattering dress and surprise him with a curvy, more proportionate body!
UPDATED FROM rosieapril92
4 days pre
Nervous - five days pre op
rosieapril92June 26, 2016
I am starting to get anxious.. I do not have the support of family (ugh, long story) and am very nervous about swelling and being uncomfortable when I return to work; surgery is on Thursday, I'll have Thursday-Monday off and return Tuesday.
Has anyone driven the day after Smart Lipo? Were you able to care for ourself? I am on my own and I want this so badly, but I am starting to wonder if the timing is not right..
Has anyone driven the day after Smart Lipo? Were you able to care for ourself? I am on my own and I want this so badly, but I am starting to wonder if the timing is not right..
Replies (2)
July 3, 2016
To answer my own questions for anyone reading this - I was 100% awake and coherent the day of surgery, even after the pain killer (my doc is pretty conservative with the drugs) and driving was totally fine the next day. I was still, and getting in and out of the car made me feel sort of sore, but nothing I could not handle.
July 4, 2016
Just read your post. You should be fine. I had lipo June 14, 2016 upper and lower abdomen and flanks. I am now Post op 20. So far I have 9 inches off my waist.. The procedure was absolutely painless I have no lumps or buising and no pain whatsoever and all of my swelling is gone. I just have a small amount of firmness to my lower abdomen. I'm ready to do it again to either my upper back and arms or my inner thighs. Hope you continue to get better.
UPDATED FROM rosieapril92
2 days pre
Prep Work
rosieapril92June 28, 2016
Today I spoke with the office manager and she really put my mind at ease. I am dropping off my prescriptions tonight taking a tea tree oil and epsom salt bath to really start prepping my body.
I am trying to make surgery as least stressful as possible for it. I also stocked up on supplies:
- Arnicare Pain Relief Tablets (I started taking those today, and plan to about 3 times a day before surgery and after for bruising and swelling)
-Boiron Arnicare Arnica Gel (just another option for dealing with the bruising)
- Pads for leakage (both the big over night kind and some thinner ones)
- Dynarex Povidone Iodine Prep Solution (for washing my skin before and after surgery to reduce the chance of infection)
I got all my meal prep done tonight. My meals right for the next two weeks: Slimfast shake for breakfast with soy milk, vegetarian chili for lunch, and salmon or tilapia with grilled veggies and a serving of brown rice for dinner. I am trying to avoid sodium and eat lots of fiber. I am stocked up on pineapple and protein for snacking as well, which should help with the bruising.
I promised myself that if I was going to do this surgery then I needed to give up soda, so that has been cut from my diet. Plus I'm tired of the constant bloat my beloved Diet Coke gives me.. My doctor recommended no caffeine the next few days before surgery either, so I'm laying off the coffee.
Overall I am nervous but I want this so badly - I am sick of my jeans not quite fitting right because my little pooch hits right at the buttons, and I want my stomach to not stick out further than my boobs! I don't expect to be thin or look like a Barbie, but I want to feel confident and proportionate. Attached are before surgery pictures. I am trying to be positive and confident about the outcome and just prepare for all that I can.
I am trying to make surgery as least stressful as possible for it. I also stocked up on supplies:
- Arnicare Pain Relief Tablets (I started taking those today, and plan to about 3 times a day before surgery and after for bruising and swelling)
-Boiron Arnicare Arnica Gel (just another option for dealing with the bruising)
- Pads for leakage (both the big over night kind and some thinner ones)
- Dynarex Povidone Iodine Prep Solution (for washing my skin before and after surgery to reduce the chance of infection)
I got all my meal prep done tonight. My meals right for the next two weeks: Slimfast shake for breakfast with soy milk, vegetarian chili for lunch, and salmon or tilapia with grilled veggies and a serving of brown rice for dinner. I am trying to avoid sodium and eat lots of fiber. I am stocked up on pineapple and protein for snacking as well, which should help with the bruising.
I promised myself that if I was going to do this surgery then I needed to give up soda, so that has been cut from my diet. Plus I'm tired of the constant bloat my beloved Diet Coke gives me.. My doctor recommended no caffeine the next few days before surgery either, so I'm laying off the coffee.
Overall I am nervous but I want this so badly - I am sick of my jeans not quite fitting right because my little pooch hits right at the buttons, and I want my stomach to not stick out further than my boobs! I don't expect to be thin or look like a Barbie, but I want to feel confident and proportionate. Attached are before surgery pictures. I am trying to be positive and confident about the outcome and just prepare for all that I can.
Replies (2)
June 28, 2016
I just did the Lazer lipo yesterday! I was nervous, but keep telling myself itwas going to be worry it in the end. The procedure went well, I did upper and lower abs and hips for the love handles. There was tomes where it felt fine (just a little weird), tomes where it almost tickled and times where it hurt during the procedure. The closet to the end of the procedure the sleepier I got, so by the time I got home I got in bed and slept for about 3 hours. I wood up still groggy and went to the bathroom Ouch! Seemed like my toilet was on the ground. Wish I had access to one of those medical ones that are higher. My nurse told me to walk around for 10 minutes every hour, so I wandered around doing that then went back to sleep for another 2 hours or so. When I woke up there was pain, but noun terrible. The center stomach and side/ back areas were the worst pain wise. Oh yeah, had to change tuff pads twice,. The first time it leaked through the binder and wrap quite a bit, the second not as much. I am also taking Arnica for bruising/ swelling. I have been taking the Oxycodone as prescribed and will probably take it for at least 3 days before switching to IBM Profit. Attempted to sleep on both sides tonight, painful at first, but settled down. Woke up at 4am with ALOT of main, so I got up and walled asserting, took the Oxycodone and sat in the rekindle. Feeling better. Falling asleep writing this now, so will stop and hopefully we can continue to talk.
July 4, 2016
How are you feeling? You're about two days ahead of me in recovery. I'm stiff and a little swollen but overall feeling good!
Amen! If you don't like what you see then change it -- I like that motto! It's great that you have set realistic expectations and you sound very prepared with a fantastic attitude! You better show off that dress by posting a photo, and we would love to see some before and progress photos too (if you feel comfortable sharing).
Have you checked in here yet? If not, I encourage you to stop by and say hello, it's a great place to meet others preparing for their big day, gain support and connect with some recovery buddies!
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Good luck!