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Contemplated Lipo for years, Finally doing it!- Wauwatosa, WI
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I had my consult with Dr. Ken Dembny this week and...
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I had my consult with Dr. Ken Dembny this week and my procedure is scheduled for next Friday, May 8th, 2015. I am having liposuction on my back, abs, flanks, and inner thighs. He was very thorough in discussing my wants, expectations, and concerns. I am excited and wI'll post pics of my progress along the way.
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UPDATED FROM Thee_Andrea
3 days post
3 Days After Surgery
Hi all,
It has been 3 days now since the procedure and I am finally feeling awake! Here is what my surgery day was like:
The night before I didn't eat or drink past 8pm, and showered (thoroughly scrubbed as instructed) and went to bed nervous and excited at the same time.
Since the surgery was scheduled a bit at the last minute, my husband was unable to get off of work that day, so I was dropped off by my sister in law at 6 a.m. upon checking in I was told by the nurse that I had a great surgeon and he was one of her favorite doctors to work with. She assured t I would be happy with my results. I only waited for 2 to 3 minutes before someone came and walk me back to my own private room. I changed into a gown, and my vitals were taken. All of the staff that attended to me were very nice and personable. a few minutes later someone came in and put these inflatable pressure cuff around my legs to help decrease the risk of swelling. She also hooked my gown up to a hose which blew warm air all over me, further comforting and relaxing me before surgery.
Soon after my line was put in, the anesthesiologist came in and asked me some basic questions. from that point I was rolled into the OR and don't remember much after that.
I woke up very groggy and had a hard time staying awake; for a few hours all I wanted to do was go back to sleep! it was very much out of it and didn't end up leaving until around 5 p.m. my friend's boyfriend was kind enough to pick me up and give me a ride home, poor guy had to see me in quite a state!
The first day after was very hard, I was very swollen and bruised, and pretty much stayed in bed the entire day. the second day I was more coherent and was itching to get up and about. I was still pretty swollen but after showering and putting on a new garment, I noticed that it went on easier and felt less tight. and by the third day, today, I was up walking and showered with no problem, and even made my own breakfast. Everyday it gets a little bit better.
And even though I'm still swollen at 3 days after surgery, I can already see the result and I'm so very happy. I could not have asked for a better doctor or staff at Wheaton Franciscan.
It has been 3 days now since the procedure and I am finally feeling awake! Here is what my surgery day was like:
The night before I didn't eat or drink past 8pm, and showered (thoroughly scrubbed as instructed) and went to bed nervous and excited at the same time.
Since the surgery was scheduled a bit at the last minute, my husband was unable to get off of work that day, so I was dropped off by my sister in law at 6 a.m. upon checking in I was told by the nurse that I had a great surgeon and he was one of her favorite doctors to work with. She assured t I would be happy with my results. I only waited for 2 to 3 minutes before someone came and walk me back to my own private room. I changed into a gown, and my vitals were taken. All of the staff that attended to me were very nice and personable. a few minutes later someone came in and put these inflatable pressure cuff around my legs to help decrease the risk of swelling. She also hooked my gown up to a hose which blew warm air all over me, further comforting and relaxing me before surgery.
Soon after my line was put in, the anesthesiologist came in and asked me some basic questions. from that point I was rolled into the OR and don't remember much after that.
I woke up very groggy and had a hard time staying awake; for a few hours all I wanted to do was go back to sleep! it was very much out of it and didn't end up leaving until around 5 p.m. my friend's boyfriend was kind enough to pick me up and give me a ride home, poor guy had to see me in quite a state!
The first day after was very hard, I was very swollen and bruised, and pretty much stayed in bed the entire day. the second day I was more coherent and was itching to get up and about. I was still pretty swollen but after showering and putting on a new garment, I noticed that it went on easier and felt less tight. and by the third day, today, I was up walking and showered with no problem, and even made my own breakfast. Everyday it gets a little bit better.
And even though I'm still swollen at 3 days after surgery, I can already see the result and I'm so very happy. I could not have asked for a better doctor or staff at Wheaton Franciscan.
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May 18, 2015
Thank you for sharing. It must be exciting to see the result even through all the swelling. I plan on having a two stage tummy tuck to avoid any medical issues...1) liposuction first then a few month later, once healed and most of the swelling has subsided the actual tummy tuck. Now that you are approx 10 days since the procedure, how are you feeling? How is the soreness, if any at this point? Did you need any pain management anytime during this time? At what point did you feel you could get back into your daily routine?
May 20, 2015
Hi Miss Lucy,
Today I am exactly 13 days past the surgery. I feel so different! In a good way :) I initially called my Dr. for a refill of the pain meds (they only lasted me 3 days) and I was still very sore by my return to work. However, After making through my 1st day with no prescription pain meds, I decided I could tough it out and did NOT refill the scrip.
I am still swollen & numb (as expected) but I am moving around with much more ease now. There is some soreness (anyone who tells you lipo doesn't hurt after is lying!) It's an invasive surgery so it would be odd if there WASN'T any pain involved.
My thighs are the worst. Upper back (braline) and stomach is pretty easy to deal with, but I still ice my inner thighs as soon as I get home from work each night. Hope that helps you!
May 22, 2015
Thank you for the update, it is very helpful. I have several events the next few months so, am trying to decide on the date for my procedure as I realize I need plenty of time to heal properly. What you have provided gives me a much better idea of the time needed...thanks for sharing your journey.
April 18, 2019
I am one day shy of a week post op and had top and bottom laser lipo. Board cert dr etc. wearing compression garment religiously. Still in so much pain I can barely venture out. Bruising isn’t bad but oh my gosh laying down or sitting is very painful! I was not prepared for so much pain. Same for anyone else?
Very exciting- please keep us posted!