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35 Yrs Old, Fit, Lost over 100lbs. AZ
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I have been thinking of getting tummy tuck for...
I have been thinking of getting tummy tuck for many years since I lost the weight. I've gone to self help seminars, positive support groups, etc. Most of my friends are against it except others who have gone through the same thing and are still active vibrant women. I am getting tummy tuck and breast augmentation. I was not sure about the breast because it was nature not weight loss that caused them to deflate,but since the advent of the safer gummy bears, I considered it. It's only day post op. I was mostly asleep and out of it the whole time. Today was painful and generally boring. My boobs look promising and I can't feel implants inside. They are just poofy. The Dr said it went very very well. I can't wait.
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UPDATED FROM Solferino
2 days post
Post op day 3
I'm in a reclined position that took like 7 pillows. Day 2 is supposed to be the most painful and it was. I saw my Dr. And he said it all looked good. My boobs looked flat but they are supposed to fluff up. I uploaded photos. You cant see but my skin is crepe and looks cellulite like. I also hang a lot when I bend over. I am wearing a binder, drains, and sports bra. All were provided by my Dr. Also my left Butt cheek is sore from laying down a lot.
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January 14, 2016
Hi, so I've list 100lbs as well and having been wondering about tum/tuck and lift in breast. Was it worth the trip ?
January 14, 2016
I lost weight slow and still had very lose skin. I exercised as well. I think being fit is helping me have a fairly good recovery. I thought about it for a long time, looked at recovery videos and photos. I can't tell you if it's worth it yet. Though I'm getting excited to see what it'll look like! I had good skin to work with on my stomach and I think they got the incisions very low. As for boobs, I only had implants put in. No lift. I just wanted to fill in the boobs. My Dr said my nipples pointed at a good angle and I had good folds under my breasts. I opted for 300cc instead of 350cc because I wanted a natural look. I hope that helps.
Also make sure your weight-loss is stabilized.I am established in weight, exercise, and food for the last 4 years or so.
Also make sure your weight-loss is stabilized.I am established in weight, exercise, and food for the last 4 years or so.
UPDATED FROM Solferino
3 days post
Day 4 Post Op
So here we are at day 4! I feel like I'm getting bed sores in my left Butt cheek. I'm a little worried. I tried putting more pillows under my Butt. It's not helping. I can't get up without help because I'll engage my chest muscles and cause my implant to hurt. Or I engage my hips or tummy which makes me feel like I'm typing my incision.
The pain is more tolerable. I still have my meds on a timer. I did have constipation mildly. I took a gentle laxative, 2 per day for 2 days. I actually went yesterday but it was difficult. The drainage is not bad. Totaling, I drain around 40cc from both. I keep hydrated and am 90% not nauseous. I mostly easy soft foods and protein. I feel like I'm not too swollen under the wrapper. And I do feel weird itchiness, but I hear that comes from healing. That's it for now!!
The pain is more tolerable. I still have my meds on a timer. I did have constipation mildly. I took a gentle laxative, 2 per day for 2 days. I actually went yesterday but it was difficult. The drainage is not bad. Totaling, I drain around 40cc from both. I keep hydrated and am 90% not nauseous. I mostly easy soft foods and protein. I feel like I'm not too swollen under the wrapper. And I do feel weird itchiness, but I hear that comes from healing. That's it for now!!
Welcome to the community and thanks so much for offering your opinion of your doctor.
It would be great if you could give us a little more detail about your experience, like why you had the surgery, your tips for getting good results, pros/cons, and info on the recovery process.
Our community members especially love seeing photos from before, during, and after — a realistic look at what they can expect. Photos grab the attention of the community and encourage more support for you.
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