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Older woman recovery from TT, no MR, no Lipo
Day 13! Yesterday I went to the surgeon for the two “end-stitch” removals by the nurse, Donna. She let me know exactly what she was doing and when, which is very comforting. Completely pain free!
Dr. Topal is pleased with my recovery, as am I. I was nervous that I might have a small seroma, but it was simple swelling. This reminds me… At my initial consult, Dr. Topal has a video for prospective patients to watch, prior to meeting with her. I took notes and those proven helpful. The vid took care of the standard (generic) questions I had routinely asked at a consult, freeing us for a more detailed and personalized consultation session.
I continue to adore this cute, hooded belly button. I am cautioned to continue taking it slow, and listen to my body. No side sleeping yet which is an irritant, but I understand the reason. I am grateful this is the worst of my irritants!
Vaseline and gauze continue to be my scar care at this point. I was given permission to use silicone tape after the line is closed completely, and I have ordered that.
All stars for this surgeon and her team! I couldn’t be happier!
Dr. Topal is pleased with my recovery, as am I. I was nervous that I might have a small seroma, but it was simple swelling. This reminds me… At my initial consult, Dr. Topal has a video for prospective patients to watch, prior to meeting with her. I took notes and those proven helpful. The vid took care of the standard (generic) questions I had routinely asked at a consult, freeing us for a more detailed and personalized consultation session.
I continue to adore this cute, hooded belly button. I am cautioned to continue taking it slow, and listen to my body. No side sleeping yet which is an irritant, but I understand the reason. I am grateful this is the worst of my irritants!
Vaseline and gauze continue to be my scar care at this point. I was given permission to use silicone tape after the line is closed completely, and I have ordered that.
All stars for this surgeon and her team! I couldn’t be happier!
All still going well
Today is day 11, for any curious older women concerned about healing time-lines. My energy continues to increase and I’m doing a lot of standing, comparatively speaking. My total daily “mileage” is now around 1.5 miles, all done slowly and in sporadic short strolls around the house or yard.
Things are looking good! There’s a marked improvement in the closure of the drain holes. I still have the anchoring side stitches that may get removed during my next appointment with Dr. Topal. I’ll be excited to see her and get her opinion on how my healing looks and feels. My lower abdomen is firm and numb, which I believe is normal. There’s a bit of “waviness” in my upper abdomen. I’m hoping it’s not a seroma, but I guess it’s not a big deal if it is. My biggest irritant is the binder. I’m short- waisted, so I had to toss the binder given to me in the hospital because it dug into my breasts. It was an 12 inch binder, and the first replacement I’ve been using is a scratchy 9 inch binder from Amazon. I wear a thin t-shirt over the gauze pads (held in place with Vaseline) and under the binder. I have another type of binder on order now and I am hoping it will be more comfortable.
All in all, I’m happy with my progress. I does take patience and I think being mentally prepared for the big slow-down of my days has been very helpful.
Things are looking good! There’s a marked improvement in the closure of the drain holes. I still have the anchoring side stitches that may get removed during my next appointment with Dr. Topal. I’ll be excited to see her and get her opinion on how my healing looks and feels. My lower abdomen is firm and numb, which I believe is normal. There’s a bit of “waviness” in my upper abdomen. I’m hoping it’s not a seroma, but I guess it’s not a big deal if it is. My biggest irritant is the binder. I’m short- waisted, so I had to toss the binder given to me in the hospital because it dug into my breasts. It was an 12 inch binder, and the first replacement I’ve been using is a scratchy 9 inch binder from Amazon. I wear a thin t-shirt over the gauze pads (held in place with Vaseline) and under the binder. I have another type of binder on order now and I am hoping it will be more comfortable.
All in all, I’m happy with my progress. I does take patience and I think being mentally prepared for the big slow-down of my days has been very helpful.
Day 8 Update for Curious Older Women :)
Day 8! My energy level is increasing. I’m doing tasks around the house, my soreness was much more yesterday than today. I think the reason is how I changed getting out of bed. I’ve developed a pulley system so I don’t need to wake my husband (or do it myself and incur the abdominal soreness). I looped a dog leash over the bed post at my feet. I grab the leash, scooch myself to the edge of the bed, grip the bed with the left hand, and the leash tightly with the right, and lever my legs to the ground. So that worked!
My diet is good - all whole foods. I’m trying to get to 100 grams of protein per day but have only been able to get in about 70 to 80.
I still stress when I shower and we change my dressings. I’m always nervous about what I’ll see! I had a question 2 days ago about a minor thing, sent a photo to the office and the nurse replied within an hour. It was normal! Whew! We are so careful to wash and glove ourselves and keep everything as sterile as possible. I use a shower chair. I installed a new filtered shower head prior to the Big Day and the water is firm and soft at the same time. I love it!
Nothing drastic to report, and I’m grateful!
My diet is good - all whole foods. I’m trying to get to 100 grams of protein per day but have only been able to get in about 70 to 80.
I still stress when I shower and we change my dressings. I’m always nervous about what I’ll see! I had a question 2 days ago about a minor thing, sent a photo to the office and the nurse replied within an hour. It was normal! Whew! We are so careful to wash and glove ourselves and keep everything as sterile as possible. I use a shower chair. I installed a new filtered shower head prior to the Big Day and the water is firm and soft at the same time. I love it!
Nothing drastic to report, and I’m grateful!
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