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54 Yrs Old. Full TT with Lipo after having kids and weight loss - Tucson, AZ
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I had my last child at 41 and as you can see my...
newknee1September 23, 2015
WORTH IT$9,600
I had my last child at 41 and as you can see my body never recovered.
I waited until I was postmenopausal to have my work done.
Dr. Case did a full Tummy Tuck with Lipo to the back, flanks and epigastric areas.
I have had a pretty smooth experience. The first couple days I was taking pain meds in 1/4 pieces with Tylenol. Stopped the pain meds all together after the 3rd day.
Due to the amount of Lipo I had done, my back was sore, which was to be expected.
The Drain Tubes were more annoying to me than anything else. But, I very much appreciate the function they perform and would rather deal with tubes than end up having pockets of fluid removed manually.
Today I am 9 days post op. and had 1 drain removed yesterday at my followup visit.
I feel great. I have been back to work for 3 days however I work from home and don't have the same challenges as someone who has to travel to work.
I do wear my compression garment religiously with the exception of putting it the washer, then it goes right back on.
I am so happy with the decision I made to have this work done.
My best advise to anyone would be to follow all the instructions given by your Dr. And to have work done when the time is right for you !!
Give yourself the opportunity to heal and not be stressed out with life going on around you.
Have someone there for the first few days that understands and is willing to assist you when needed.
This was a beautiful change in my life and I hope the same for others who have any work done.
I waited until I was postmenopausal to have my work done.
Dr. Case did a full Tummy Tuck with Lipo to the back, flanks and epigastric areas.
I have had a pretty smooth experience. The first couple days I was taking pain meds in 1/4 pieces with Tylenol. Stopped the pain meds all together after the 3rd day.
Due to the amount of Lipo I had done, my back was sore, which was to be expected.
The Drain Tubes were more annoying to me than anything else. But, I very much appreciate the function they perform and would rather deal with tubes than end up having pockets of fluid removed manually.
Today I am 9 days post op. and had 1 drain removed yesterday at my followup visit.
I feel great. I have been back to work for 3 days however I work from home and don't have the same challenges as someone who has to travel to work.
I do wear my compression garment religiously with the exception of putting it the washer, then it goes right back on.
I am so happy with the decision I made to have this work done.
My best advise to anyone would be to follow all the instructions given by your Dr. And to have work done when the time is right for you !!
Give yourself the opportunity to heal and not be stressed out with life going on around you.
Have someone there for the first few days that understands and is willing to assist you when needed.
This was a beautiful change in my life and I hope the same for others who have any work done.
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Replies (13)
October 15, 2015
Hi,
I'm so glad I read your post. I'm 52 going for TT Oct 23 and in the last 10 years I turned to holistic rather than medecine (whenever I can). I got all my prescriptions filled in and thinking it is just for a short period of time. I think it is a very wise way (1/4 of pain killer + a Tylenol), will try it for sure and increase if necessary. + it should help wirh the chronic constipation it created.
Nervous but very happy to get rid of my "kid's bagel".
Hope I'll look great like you :)
I'm so glad I read your post. I'm 52 going for TT Oct 23 and in the last 10 years I turned to holistic rather than medecine (whenever I can). I got all my prescriptions filled in and thinking it is just for a short period of time. I think it is a very wise way (1/4 of pain killer + a Tylenol), will try it for sure and increase if necessary. + it should help wirh the chronic constipation it created.
Nervous but very happy to get rid of my "kid's bagel".
Hope I'll look great like you :)
October 15, 2015
Half of my reply didn't post earlier. Let me try this again. :)
I'm very excited for your upcoming surgery.
Reading your comment I thought you would like to know that my Dr. had me taking some natural medication for bruising and swelling.
Bromelain and Arnica Montana. You can buy them at the Health Food store.
I had a knee replacement in January and wasn't taking those.
I honestly believe that Bromelain and Montana made a huge difference in recovery time for me.
You may want to ask your Dr. if they recommend it.
Please keep me posted on your surgery and recovery.
I'm sure you will look and feel amazing !!!
I'm very excited for your upcoming surgery.
Reading your comment I thought you would like to know that my Dr. had me taking some natural medication for bruising and swelling.
Bromelain and Arnica Montana. You can buy them at the Health Food store.
I had a knee replacement in January and wasn't taking those.
I honestly believe that Bromelain and Montana made a huge difference in recovery time for me.
You may want to ask your Dr. if they recommend it.
Please keep me posted on your surgery and recovery.
I'm sure you will look and feel amazing !!!
October 16, 2015
Hi,
yes I read a lot about it, have them + curcumin, quercetin, Nutribullet for veg/fruits smoothies, probiotics, essential oils and ready for comedies only on Netflix (no chick flics) ;) so hopefully "full equipped".
one question: Read that Bromelain can upset stomach if taken on empty stomach, which is recommended, but I was thinking totak them with a meal as it will be in my system. What did you do?
yes I read a lot about it, have them + curcumin, quercetin, Nutribullet for veg/fruits smoothies, probiotics, essential oils and ready for comedies only on Netflix (no chick flics) ;) so hopefully "full equipped".
one question: Read that Bromelain can upset stomach if taken on empty stomach, which is recommended, but I was thinking totak them with a meal as it will be in my system. What did you do?
October 16, 2015
I typically never take anything on an empty stomach, but I did follow the instructions for the Bromelain and it didn't cause me any problems.
I did finished off the bottle and didn't buy anymore.
I love that you have comedies only for Netflix.
I also didn't have any bathroom issues. But I tend to believe that is because of the low amount of pain killers that I took.
I'm excited for you :) I know what a wonderful change this has been for me and I hope the same for everyone !!
Please Keep me posted
I did finished off the bottle and didn't buy anymore.
I love that you have comedies only for Netflix.
I also didn't have any bathroom issues. But I tend to believe that is because of the low amount of pain killers that I took.
I'm excited for you :) I know what a wonderful change this has been for me and I hope the same for everyone !!
Please Keep me posted
October 15, 2015
YOU look great!!! How did the dr lypo your back? Did he do the back then flip you over to do the remainder?
UPDATED FROM newknee1
12 days post
12 Days Post Op
newknee1September 26, 2015
I added this picture that was taken today at 12 Days Post Op.
I'm very happy with the entire process.
Almost all the bruising is gone. One of the Drain tubes is out.
My Stitches are healing very well.
You can see a little swelling but not bad. I keep my compression garment on all the time.
Belly Button is healing up nicely. Looks red but Dr. said it is fine and looks great.
This Monday is my 2 week follow up. The remaining Drain tube will be removed. :)
I am still walking a little hunched over but not very noticeable.
I'm amazed at the changes in just 12 Days.
I'm very happy with the entire process.
Almost all the bruising is gone. One of the Drain tubes is out.
My Stitches are healing very well.
You can see a little swelling but not bad. I keep my compression garment on all the time.
Belly Button is healing up nicely. Looks red but Dr. said it is fine and looks great.
This Monday is my 2 week follow up. The remaining Drain tube will be removed. :)
I am still walking a little hunched over but not very noticeable.
I'm amazed at the changes in just 12 Days.
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October 16, 2015
I have a personal question about pubic hair afterward?
Do you notice it growing in differently now?
Do you notice it growing in differently now?
October 16, 2015
Hi... LOL I had to look to answer :)
No it looks the same to me. I am not manicuring the lawn until my incision is completely healed.
Right above the Mons area is where the most stitches are to dissolve, so I'm just letting it go for now. ha ha
No it looks the same to me. I am not manicuring the lawn until my incision is completely healed.
Right above the Mons area is where the most stitches are to dissolve, so I'm just letting it go for now. ha ha
October 17, 2015
Ok good to know lol
I read another post that mentions her pubs growing out of her incision and was wondering how common that hopefully is NOT ;)
I read another post that mentions her pubs growing out of her incision and was wondering how common that hopefully is NOT ;)
October 17, 2015
I'm scheduled for 10/20 and I'm almost numb emotionally at this point. I only had to wait 3 weeks LOL
but I feel like I've been non stop absorbed with all the great ppl here on realself. I'm so grateful for this community. Can't wait to see your next pics!!
but I feel like I've been non stop absorbed with all the great ppl here on realself. I'm so grateful for this community. Can't wait to see your next pics!!
October 18, 2015
I'm so excited for you and your upcoming surgery :)
It has been a life changing event for me.
I'm sure you will look and feel amazing.
Please keep me posted :)
It has been a life changing event for me.
I'm sure you will look and feel amazing.
Please keep me posted :)
UPDATED FROM newknee1
12 days post
My Best friend lol
newknee1September 26, 2015
Here is the compression garment that my Dr. provides. It has full back coverage due to the lipo I had on my back.
I keep a clean gauze pad covering my incision in the front so it doesn't rub on the material as it is healing.
I also keep gauze over my stitches where the zipper is on the side.
The first few days the tubes would leak a little. I kept a strategically placed piece of gauze over the tubes to keep everything as clean as possible.
No doubt there will be swelling regardless, however I believe wearing this as instructed has seriously helped keep it down as much as could be.
The garment is actually quite comfortable. like a security blanket especially if you have to sneeze or cough. lol
I will be posting more pics as my healing continues and the swelling goes down.
I keep a clean gauze pad covering my incision in the front so it doesn't rub on the material as it is healing.
I also keep gauze over my stitches where the zipper is on the side.
The first few days the tubes would leak a little. I kept a strategically placed piece of gauze over the tubes to keep everything as clean as possible.
No doubt there will be swelling regardless, however I believe wearing this as instructed has seriously helped keep it down as much as could be.
The garment is actually quite comfortable. like a security blanket especially if you have to sneeze or cough. lol
I will be posting more pics as my healing continues and the swelling goes down.
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September 27, 2015
You look great. Your previous shape is similar to mine. What was your preop weight, pant size, and height?
September 27, 2015
Thank you so much for the compliment !!
I'm 5'5"
Pre-op I was 167 pounds.
Today at 13 days Post-op I weighed in at 148 pounds :)
Pre-op I wore pants size 11 & 13 Juniors / Size 10 woman's
I also used to wear long line bras to keep the muffin top in check, which really did help the way clothes fit.
I'm 5'5"
Pre-op I was 167 pounds.
Today at 13 days Post-op I weighed in at 148 pounds :)
Pre-op I wore pants size 11 & 13 Juniors / Size 10 woman's
I also used to wear long line bras to keep the muffin top in check, which really did help the way clothes fit.
September 27, 2015
Thank you for presponding. I am obsessed with this cite and want to ensure my expectations are reasonable. I want to add a BBL, but I don't think the recovery for both a TT and BBL are complimentary?!?!
You look fantastic! And it's only going to get better as you continue to heal. Please make sure to post new pictures as you heal.
I do put my compression garment in the dryer on very low heat. It is dry in 5-7 min. Mine has more coverage than just the waist binders as I had lipo also. It covers my back and has bra hooks at the crotch. When wearing a blouse it requires a bra.