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40 Years Old.....I Lost over 60lbs and I Have Wanted This for Years. Scottsdale, AZ
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Dr Ward is amazing. He was honest and made me feel...
Ampx2015June 14, 2015
WORTH IT$10,000
Dr Ward is amazing. He was honest and made me feel comfortable from first meet. For me, it was and is no picnic. I didn't have the help post surgery required. I went through swell hell, oh and going through it again right now!! I'm uncomfortable, still sleep with my legs elevated.....100% worth it!!
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UPDATED FROM Ampx2015
1 month post
First Post- Post op Week 5
Ampx2015June 14, 2015
After losing weight and back in the dating game at 40...I needed a boost of confidence. I decided on a tummy tuck with inner thigh lipo.
The first few days are rough. I wasn't in pain as much as I was afraid to hurt myself. I was on the Percocet for 3 days and maybe a few nights after here and there. I ate jello, drank lots of water and slept. Eventually worked up to rice and salmon.
Here's the deal...they say don't be alone under any circumstances for 48-72 hours. This is NO JOKE. Make sure the person is some one you trust. Unfortunately mine bailed after barely 24 hours and it hurt my recovery.
I went back to work 10 days post op. My job is sitting...a lot! I barely made it 6 hours the first week back. Hindsight....2-3 weeks is better for overall health. I watched more TV in the last 5 weeks than I have my life!
Week 3 was my worst swelling. I still had my drain in and was draining 30-40cc a day when they took it out (22 days). The following week I started walking. I was given the ok to wear spanx garment but find my binders are more supportive. Now week 5 I wear the binder 1/2 the day and a garment from Leonisa the other 1/2.
Beginning week 5....I had company in town and ate a little less clean and had a few nights with wine. I'm uncomfortable. Dare I say minor pain. I'm swollen beyond week 3. I'm afraid it's a seroma and calling the doctor tomorrow.
Tips: have lots of help! Eat clean and lots of fluids. I bought pre-meals from places like GrabbaGreen and My Fit Foods. Don't worry about your mons area....it does go back to normal size! Walk....even if it's slow and short...walk after your cleared from MD. Socialize.....I got depressed being alone so much. I mean ALONE for days. Don't try on clothes or step on the scale. I didn't listen and it depressed me more. Lots of pillows, extra big undies and soft no wire bras.
Still working on it but I'll try and keep updated. I wish I would have had a "mentor" going through this so please feel free to reach out.
The first few days are rough. I wasn't in pain as much as I was afraid to hurt myself. I was on the Percocet for 3 days and maybe a few nights after here and there. I ate jello, drank lots of water and slept. Eventually worked up to rice and salmon.
Here's the deal...they say don't be alone under any circumstances for 48-72 hours. This is NO JOKE. Make sure the person is some one you trust. Unfortunately mine bailed after barely 24 hours and it hurt my recovery.
I went back to work 10 days post op. My job is sitting...a lot! I barely made it 6 hours the first week back. Hindsight....2-3 weeks is better for overall health. I watched more TV in the last 5 weeks than I have my life!
Week 3 was my worst swelling. I still had my drain in and was draining 30-40cc a day when they took it out (22 days). The following week I started walking. I was given the ok to wear spanx garment but find my binders are more supportive. Now week 5 I wear the binder 1/2 the day and a garment from Leonisa the other 1/2.
Beginning week 5....I had company in town and ate a little less clean and had a few nights with wine. I'm uncomfortable. Dare I say minor pain. I'm swollen beyond week 3. I'm afraid it's a seroma and calling the doctor tomorrow.
Tips: have lots of help! Eat clean and lots of fluids. I bought pre-meals from places like GrabbaGreen and My Fit Foods. Don't worry about your mons area....it does go back to normal size! Walk....even if it's slow and short...walk after your cleared from MD. Socialize.....I got depressed being alone so much. I mean ALONE for days. Don't try on clothes or step on the scale. I didn't listen and it depressed me more. Lots of pillows, extra big undies and soft no wire bras.
Still working on it but I'll try and keep updated. I wish I would have had a "mentor" going through this so please feel free to reach out.
Replies (5)
June 15, 2015
I can't believe you did this on your own! You look amazing! How are you feeling now, still depressed? I am so scared, but your story is very inspirational.
Stay positive and get well soon!
June 15, 2015
I have more good days than bad. I recently started working out and over did it. Today I'm very swollen and will call my PS in the am. It's scary! Very much so but if you do your research, read what others have posted and take your time......it's amazing. I had friends step up after my caregiver bailed plus I live in a apartment hotel. It made it bearable but whoa what a room service bill I racked up! lol Worth every penny and uncomfortable moment!
June 15, 2015
Your advise is 100%......Thanks.....You're not alone, their are many many RS on this site as I am...Addictive to Researching and reading journey posts til my phone needs recharging, my eyes burn from exhaustion and brain overload. LOL..You're looking fabulous ! Great results...best wishes to a speedy healthy recovery....Thanks again for "Mentoring", so many of us through your journey!
June 15, 2015
First off, I would like to say that I'm sorry that you had to go through that by yourself. However you look amazing! Your Dr. did a wonderful job. You just helped me realize that I might not be well enough to go on a vacation after 21 days post op. I had planned on taking my sister to Myrtle Beach. Thank God I have insurance on the whole vacation. Enjoy your New body!
UPDATED FROM Ampx2015
1 month post
Not a seroma!
Ampx2015June 15, 2015
Doc said I'm healing nicely. I'm very very swollen for week 5 (more than I was in week 3) but it's because I have increased my activity. So happy it's not a seroma! 6lb weight gain in just a few days....that's a lot of swollen! Now I get why they say don't look at the scale for 2 months. All is well..:mentally gets challenging but nothing too bad.
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