Tummy Tuck and Body Contouring

Good Day Real Self Sisters,

About three weeks during a routine check-up, I scheduled my Full Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) with Body Contouring. My PS Dr. Pollard actually recommended this surgery 2-years ago during my very first consultation and I left deflated and in sticker shock. Now that I am over it.

Today is the morning of my surgery at 11a. I woke up at 4a, have not had and food or water but I am excited

I waited to blog as the preparation was very routine.

1. I applied for Alphaeon Credit – got immediate approval
2. Purchased Post-Operative Supplies
3. Blood Test and EKG (ensure to remove your Apple or Smart Watch b/4 the EKG is administered – It can impact your results negatively)
4. Follow PS Pre-Op instructions

Yes, I’m a little nervous… the usual stuff that keeps me up at night.
• How long will the incision and scar be?
• How much pain may I encounter during the recovery process?
• Hope I do not get and infection or worst not wake up at all.
• How long will it actually take my scar to heal and fade.

I know we all have these questions. I'm considering getting a tatoo once I'm totally heal and the scar has flattened and lightened. I have not tatoos now... So that will definitely require some contemplation.

Plan to post photo after my first post op follow-up.

Well time to head to the hospital. I will write more tomorrow; hopefully if I am up to it.

It is the evening of my surgery and I feeling good. All went seamlessly. The pain is low, really, I mean almost non-existent. I'm however, I do have burst of energy one moment and sluggish the next. My biggest inconvenience today dry mouth from the medication.

Have a good night.

This morning I was up at 4AM(ish). Getting out of the bed at this time was the first flash of pain. I could not stand up straight. While I do not have much an appetite this was an opportune time to get a little food in my stomach and take my painkillers and anti-biotic. I noticed while my throat was not sore, it was difficult to get meat and macaroni + cheese down -- then I remembered I was intubated during the surgery. So I decided to make some oxtail soup adding some noodles and vegetables. Which is what I at today. I'm learning using the AirLift is also helpful with removing the phlegm from my thought another minor discomfort in the throat and abdomen -- I recommend pressing a pillow tightly against your tummy when coughing or sneezing.
I have already emptied my drain 3-times since I got home. This task was not without drama. Twice the drain got clogged and finally, it totally came out. I call my doctor and she was able to get me in for an examination within two-hours. I was experiencing bleeding and just running down my leg. I bandaged up when I arrived at her office she examined me, simply, cleaned the area, showed me how to apply and change the bandage as well assure me the worst was over and the bleeding would stop in by tomorrow.
I arrived home changed the bandage again, took my meds, sipped on my soup, and spent the rest of the day getting as much rest as I can making every attempt to stay comfy.