Super Nervous - Tampa, FL

Tally!!!! You go girl! Back online after TEN hours of anesthesia! I am glad it is behind you and I know you are going to LOVE your results!!! :-))))

Had the drains taken out this morning. I starting to get some swelling in my neck but that's to be expected. The headache is what's getting me down. I can't take pain killers because they make me jittery so all I can take is Tylenol. Doctor said the anesthetic can give headaches. Wow does it hurt. Has anyone else had bad, bad headaches after surgery?

I did something to my camera and now it won't work. Probably just as well because I don't want to scare anyone. I took a shower this morning and tried to get out some of the [RS bleep] around my ears. Didn't get it all but I'll try again tomorrow. I'm taking it real easy today. Bed then computer chair only today. My headache is still there but the Tylenol helps. Boy is my neck tight but that's a good thing. The only thing besides my head that hurts is my right side because that's where the scar tissue was from a first lift 20 years ago. Doctor said he really had to work around the scar tissue so I suppose that's why it's so sore. I bet I need a battery for my camera but I'm sure not going to the store looking like this.

No Mac, just this roaring headache. Thanks iamkathy01 for being here. I appreciate it more than you know.

Today was day 5 since surgery. I have almost no bruising but my ears are quite swollen and my face just doesn't look right...you know what I mean. My headache is still giving me a problem but not as much. Did anyone else loose their appetite? I'm not hungry at all but I know I have to eat. I also tire very easily. Up and hour and in bed an hour. Maybe I'm still recovering from the anesthetic. Anyway my neck and jaw looks amazing. I've got to get out and get a battery for my camera.

Dear tally, I'm sending some cyber encouragement your way. I'm 61 and had five procedures three weeks ago yesterday (October 2), including a chin implant and neck "sculpting." The first three or four days were uncomfortable with a lot of swelling and soreness, but nothing that the prescribed pain meds couldn't handle. I really felt like I turned a corner on the fourth day and it's been smooth sailing every since. I think you're very wise to have hired the nurse to take care of you. I stayed two nights in an after-care facility and the help was indispensable. I couldn't have made it on my own, even with my husband there. You might want to check to see if the nurse would be available for a little while longer in case when the time comes you feel you need her. I know firsthand how nervous you are, but I honestly believe that--the anxiety and anticipation--far outweighed the reality of the whole thing. Sure, it's a big deal, but if you have confidence in your surgeon and you're in good health, as you said, and you've got some post-op help lined up, I don't think you have anything to worry about. Sounds like you're handling everything just fine. Once it's over with, you'll be so relieved and so happy. Good luck!

Hey Tally! Get yourself some help for a few days, not just one. You will need it. I am 5 days out and doing everything on my on today, but the first AT LEAST 3 days you need HELP!

I've been reading some very scary things about neck lifts not turning out well at all. Lots of scarring under the chin and on the neck. having a neck lift had Does anyone know if there is much swelling around the eyes or black eyes? I didn't think there would be as much since that area isn't really involved.

I know all about the nervousness - you'll be in my thoughts/prayers, but I'm sure you'll be fine. I had my lower lift in 02/13 and was very nervous until the actual day of the surgery, then it was "let's get this done", lol. I was SO ready to get rid of my much hated jowls. I had minimal support as my husband was the only person I told. He did take care of our Chihuahua (taking her out, feeding her, etc), while I slept the day after surgery and I definitely needed that, but I was back on my feet by the second day and, thankfully, healed quickly. Keep us posted.

I was very nervous about my surgery as well. I think anytime we have work done around our face we worry. I will be sending prayers and good wishes your way. I'm sure you will do fine.

tally01 We are all here for you and with you! Praying all goes well for you! Kathy

Thanks for the support. When I had my facelift 21 years ago there was no internet and I went into the surgery without knowing a thing that was going to happen. The doctor never told me anything how to take care of myself afterwards. Now there is all sorts of info online. It's great. Thanks for you encouragement I'll be posting and hopefully taking pics....ugh.