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forgot to mention
I was also my most active the last 2 days since I had surgery, not sure if that affected my bruising going away or if it was just the cleanse. :)
MASTER CLEANSE!!!!!
So, I asked my phycisican if I could do a master cleanse and he said yes - as long as I listen to my body and don't go crazy. I'm already feeling great and don't need the extra calories anymore so, I started the pre-cleanse 2 days ago- and I feel great!!
Today I woke up and noticed that since last night my bruises have gone away 50%. You will see when I post the pictures - amazing!
Goal with the cleanse is to rid myself of toxins pre and during surgery, as well to help reduce and flush the edema (swelling). so far so good!!
ALSO I had a routine foot massage during pedicure on Day 7 and it felt AMAZING. I felt a rushing feeling - I assume thru my lymphatic system. Doc says that my lymph nodes in my legs/feet were probably swollen which is why the massage felt so nice. I paid extra for her to massage my neck/back/arms after that and it was equally nice!!
Beceause the massage went over so well I researched "lymphatic drain bath" and I added a small box of baking soda, tons of Epsom salt and a mineral bath mix to a hot bath. OMG I was in there for 2 hours and it felt like HEAVEN. Could tell it made a difference in how I felt even the next day.
Will continue to post re-healing, my master cleanse and how it continues to affect the bruising and edema!! I am feeling GREAT!!
Still waiting to post pics so I can crop the before and afters together nicely.
Today I woke up and noticed that since last night my bruises have gone away 50%. You will see when I post the pictures - amazing!
Goal with the cleanse is to rid myself of toxins pre and during surgery, as well to help reduce and flush the edema (swelling). so far so good!!
ALSO I had a routine foot massage during pedicure on Day 7 and it felt AMAZING. I felt a rushing feeling - I assume thru my lymphatic system. Doc says that my lymph nodes in my legs/feet were probably swollen which is why the massage felt so nice. I paid extra for her to massage my neck/back/arms after that and it was equally nice!!
Beceause the massage went over so well I researched "lymphatic drain bath" and I added a small box of baking soda, tons of Epsom salt and a mineral bath mix to a hot bath. OMG I was in there for 2 hours and it felt like HEAVEN. Could tell it made a difference in how I felt even the next day.
Will continue to post re-healing, my master cleanse and how it continues to affect the bruising and edema!! I am feeling GREAT!!
Still waiting to post pics so I can crop the before and afters together nicely.
Numbers on the scale
*I'm still taking pics every day to document but keep forgetting to upload them lol.. will do I promise!
Just a quick update on my weight since surgery:
Day 1 post op: GAINED 13lbs from before (this ALWAYS happens to me, I think it's to do with the anesthesia and all the fluids they pump thru you). I've learned not to judge the scale numbers for a while after surgery... they tend to just bum me out lol
Day 2: lost 3lbs (10lbs up from preop) Think the laxative helped
Day 3: lost 2lbs (8lbs up from preop) Peed a LOT this day... must be the swelling!
Day 4: lost 2lbs (6lbs up from preop) Same as day before. Water (edema/swelling) weighs more than fat so trying to remain calm
Looking pretty close to how I was pre surgery, smaller in some places - even tho scale says I'm heavier. Must be the swelling!
SIDE NOTE: I noticed that the swelling came down a LOT more in my upper body than my lower body, a lot more drainage there. So, just as an experiment I decided to do a handstand with my feel on the wall (only try this if you are feeling strong and maybe have someone near by just incase you get lightheaded).. but I felt a rushing feeling thru my body and it felt sooo good. I could be imagining things but I feel like I was helping encourage lymphatic drainage because everything was reverted. The lymphnodes we use to drain out of our legs are near our crotch - pretty rarely do we elevate our legs above our crotch lol.
ALSO I went back to the office today and had all the stitches removed. New garment still doesn't fit arms right now compress my back, waiting for 3 try to arrive in mail tomorrow!!
Just a quick update on my weight since surgery:
Day 1 post op: GAINED 13lbs from before (this ALWAYS happens to me, I think it's to do with the anesthesia and all the fluids they pump thru you). I've learned not to judge the scale numbers for a while after surgery... they tend to just bum me out lol
Day 2: lost 3lbs (10lbs up from preop) Think the laxative helped
Day 3: lost 2lbs (8lbs up from preop) Peed a LOT this day... must be the swelling!
Day 4: lost 2lbs (6lbs up from preop) Same as day before. Water (edema/swelling) weighs more than fat so trying to remain calm
Looking pretty close to how I was pre surgery, smaller in some places - even tho scale says I'm heavier. Must be the swelling!
SIDE NOTE: I noticed that the swelling came down a LOT more in my upper body than my lower body, a lot more drainage there. So, just as an experiment I decided to do a handstand with my feel on the wall (only try this if you are feeling strong and maybe have someone near by just incase you get lightheaded).. but I felt a rushing feeling thru my body and it felt sooo good. I could be imagining things but I feel like I was helping encourage lymphatic drainage because everything was reverted. The lymphnodes we use to drain out of our legs are near our crotch - pretty rarely do we elevate our legs above our crotch lol.
ALSO I went back to the office today and had all the stitches removed. New garment still doesn't fit arms right now compress my back, waiting for 3 try to arrive in mail tomorrow!!
Provider Review
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
324 Monticello Ave., Williamsburg, Virginia
Doctor was very nice. Listened to what I had to say tho slightly rushed, as I've found every doctor to be EVER. I guess they're used to the things they here and are confident that I'll be pleased when its all done! Anyways, he gave me proper honest cautions and all of his staff were very friendly and caring. I think they like their jobs! So far I'm very happy with the results.