Tummy Tuck with Lipo today - it went without a hitch

After much research, and three different consultations, I decided to go with docto Gorin. He’s been really great. Today was my surgery. I guess it went off without a hitch. Went in at eight, peed in a cup, got undressed(except for my bra and underwear), put compression socks, then headed out to get drawn on and pictures by dr Gorin. Then, I laid down, the anesthesiologist came, asked me some questions, started the iv and that’s all I remember until 1:30 or so. It was tough getting in the car. (I don’t them my legs were working very well yet) and am now sitting in a recliner coming in and out of focus. I type, then fall asleep in the middle, then back at it, then asleep again. Need to get up and walk soon. I will posts before pictures once I have some after pictures to share.

So far, so good! Not in too much pain. I think the most uncomfortable part is the catheter. Tried walking every hour. Slept ok in the recliner. Not that easy getting in and out of the recliner. We bought an electric stand up recliner on Craigslist. It’s still a little difficult to get in and out of it. Going in for a post op in a couple of hours. Will update again soon.

Had my one day post op with Dr Gorin yesterday. All looks good. Got catheter taken out. That’s kind of nice, but it was also nice to not have to run to the bathroom all the time. I’m trying to keep myself really hydrated. Almost passed out trying to get to the bathroom. Broke out in a sweat and felt horrible. Didn’t realize I was about to pass out, but when explaining it to Dr Gorin he said I probably was headed towards passing out. Whoops. Had no idea. I didn’t know what the problem was. Pain is not horrible. It’s fine while sitting, but more uncomfortable when I stand up to walk. Days are going slowly. Can’t wait to get these drains out.