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Extended TT with Lipo of the Flanks/waist - Miami, FL
ORIGINAL POST
After 11 years of indecision related to feeling...
WORTH IT$4,500
After 11 years of indecision related to feeling that it might be vain, and much exercise the time was just right. All effort made toward having a TT seemed to flow smoothly without any complication. All of my most trusted family and friends were very supportive and encouraging, I also came across a great price and an experienced PS in Miami! I was back and forth with fear and excitement, but things went well acording to plan from start to finish!
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March 15, 2016
Glad to hear it all is going good. How are you doing?
March 16, 2016
I doing well! Recovery is tough. I'm use to having so much energy and I feel like a snail now, even though I'm probably on a steady track to healing! 3 weeks PO today, and I itch, which is good, and muscles spasms, some swelling and mild discomfort in my trunk. I love my results so far, I can't wait to see how I look at 2 and 4 months!
March 16, 2016
You look so good!! Are you back to work? I'm wondering if 2 weeks is realistic after a full tummy-tuck, liposuction and muscle repair. (what I'll be doing :)
March 16, 2016
Thank you! No, 2 weeks really wasn't realistic 4 me. I'm having muscle spasms right now, lil. Three may be enough, but desk work. I'm a bedside nurse; I could definitely not do any of my normal duties now at 3 weeks. I did do a lil level 0.5 20 min Zumba workout this am, very low impact. It is my favorite and I feel great. Not working or working out can be a lil depressing. Got to find something positive or busy work for your hands cause recovery can work your mind!
March 16, 2016
That's what I'm thinking. Thank you. Muscle spasms in your tummy area? How did you do with your pain? Do you think they prescribed enough pain meds to get you through the rough part's?
March 16, 2016
The muscle spasms aren't extreme for me, but they don't just come and go. When my and contract they may be that way for 10-15 min. They locked up after my work out too
March 16, 2016
I think I had enough meds. I'm 3 weeks now with 2 muscle relaxers. The spasms aren't very painful. I just try to relax and breath through them. I try not to over do it
March 16, 2016
Rotate meds also add a stool softener or laxative at night and extra strength Tylenol pm (with benadryl) for pain and to relax.
March 16, 2016
I tried to stretch the narcotics for rough days, like when I would have to be in a car or walking to get my body back on track.
October 16, 2016
I had to take an extra week off. Total 3 weeks. I survived my first 12 hr shift but had a lot of swelling (even wearing spanx) and my back was on fire halfway through the shift! Fortunately for me i was cancelled for my 12 hr shift next night for low census. If you have a job where you're sitting a lot you should be fine. Im an RN and am constantly on my feet. Any job where you are constantly on your feet i recommend taking at least 3-4 weeks off if you can.
Best of luck to you and happy healing!
October 16, 2016
I'm a RN also. I took 20 days off. I'm Going back to work next Wednesday night but I feel so ready. I've been going outside walking without feeling out of breath. Thankfully I work night shift so hopefully I'll have an easy night.
UPDATED FROM Yaadie Sunshine
20 days post
Some pics
Looking at before and after pics helps me deal with the recover process and makes my decision well worth it!
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March 16, 2016
You are looking amazing.
March 16, 2016
Thank you. I got a lil baby step workout. It made me happy inside. Working out before TT really helped with result!
March 16, 2016
Did you fly back to your home state...I'm curious about my trip back to Washington State being that its so far away. How long did you stay in the recovery home?
March 16, 2016
I actually stayed at Best Western Premier hotel, right behind Spectrum. I was there for 10 days; 2 days pre op and I left 8 days post op, with drains. I pulled them out myself, but don't tell Dr Ortega
March 16, 2016
Get a wheel chair at the airport! They will help with luggage (don't take too much) wheel you through security TWA check to be searched, all the way to the plane
March 16, 2016
They will have a wheel chair for you when you get off and take to the arrivals pick up. It goes much faster too!
March 16, 2016
Try to only have carry on. I had carry on, a back pack with wound care supply and my purse. I put my purse in the backpack, bothe were pretty empty. Even a purse will be heave after a TT, very little abdominal strenght
March 18, 2016
Wow....I don't think I would be able to pull my drains out...Lizbeth told me I would have to stay local for 7 days....I'm thinking of staying a little longer though. How long were your drains in?
March 18, 2016
Drains were in for 2 weeks. Everyone is different. He insisted on 2 weeks for me. Let someone else do it. It us something you have to be able to stomach! I wouldn't do it again! Lol
February 21, 2017
You look amazing!
Did this hotel have a kitchen in the room? Did you rent a car to get around?
Did this hotel have a kitchen in the room? Did you rent a car to get around?
March 16, 2016
Wow you look amazing. I can't wait for mines
UPDATED FROM Yaadie Sunshine
20 days post
Skin care!
Going to let the micropore tape loosen on it's own then start using silicone scar gel as Dr Ortega suggested! I am also currently using bio oil from Walgreen on old stretch marks and putting a silicone ear plug in my bellybutton at night to shape it up. The ear plug helped shed the scabbed peeling skin from my bellybutton and is shaping and lightening it very nicely!
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March 18, 2016
When do u put the ear plug in and when do you take it out
March 20, 2016
When you arrived for surgery with Ortega, did you already have all your meds and does he provide the surgery tape or do you purchase it before hand?
March 20, 2016
I arrive Sunday and meet him Monday, then off to surgery. I'm trying to be prepared... :)
March 20, 2016
I got my Rx the day before surgery and caught uber to Wal-Mart market 2 miles away, best price. If you can get there early, maybe you can run and get meds. If your at a recovery house the care giver should get your meds ( make sure they don't try to short your meds). Make sure you get muscle relaxer as well
March 20, 2016
You should pick up your Rx the day before and have them filled. I got surgical tape at an old fashion pharmacy when I got home. You shouldn't need the tape. Ortega will ask you to leave it on til it fall's off or at least 2 weeks. I got 2 little areas that got a superficial infection. In the center and at one of the drain sites. I use triple antibiotic oint. and 2x2 gauze. The are healing well
March 20, 2016
Get dial antibacterial soap when you can shower, clean the area with it and keep it dry. I was disobedient, using antiseptic was and ancy to see my scar. I am lucky my slow healing areas were minor. Do as Ortega instructs for best results!
March 20, 2016
Yes, very lucky about your slow healing areas. Thank God right!! :) My caregiver will have to pick up my meds unless for some reason I could get the rx over the weekend to fill myself. And absolutely, I will count the meds and not play any game's about my pain. Thank you again for the tips.
March 20, 2016
Good deal! They should have them ready for you when you come out of anesthesia! You should have antibiotics and pain meds fresh post op, no excuses! The us caregivers know the still and should be professional! Especially if they are taking your money! Discuss these things before hand!!!! I'm so excited 4 you! Your Sx is the day before my birthday! I will incorporate your new sexy body into my 21 1/2 birthday! I decided to have a birthday every two years, lmao!
March 27, 2016
When did u take off your binder ??? I'm ready to put on my faja I'm 5 days post op
March 27, 2016
I had my drains for 2 weeks, and was instructed to wear a good girdle and to continue to use my binder for extra compression after drains were removed. I still use my binder!
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