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Flanks, abs, lower back.
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Well I've decided to get liposuction on my...
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Well I've decided to get liposuction on my flanks, abs, and lower back roll. Im 25 years old, and I have always struggled with my ginormous love handles. I weigh 142, and I'm 5'7. I work out 5 times a week, I'm very athletic, but nothing ever works!!
Im not one to rush into cosmetic surgery, but when your feeling empty, and disgusted by your own body, you just have no other choice, sadly. Im very excited about getting it done, but freaking out that it might be more pain than I can handle. I guess we will find out in a few days.. EEEEKKK!! WISH ME LUCK LADIES!!
Im not one to rush into cosmetic surgery, but when your feeling empty, and disgusted by your own body, you just have no other choice, sadly. Im very excited about getting it done, but freaking out that it might be more pain than I can handle. I guess we will find out in a few days.. EEEEKKK!! WISH ME LUCK LADIES!!
UPDATED FROM Tessan
Day of treatment
Surgery day!
Well guys, I woke up at about 6am soooo unbelievably nervous. I had to be at the hospital at 7:45, and boy was I ready to get this over with! I hate not having control over a situation, so that's what really freaked me out, being afraid of the unknown! Next thing I know it, I'm climbing on top of the operation chair, listening to the music they had on, (red hot chilli peppers) lol, then straight to sleep I went! When waking up I had a breakout on my left hand where the IV was. Apparently I had a bad reaction to the anti nausea meds, but it wasn't too bad! I had to pee SO bad, and they made me wait ten minutes lol. I eventually got up with the nurse and got very close to vomiting, I'm glad I didn't, phewww.. They put two thick layers of foam under my garment, so I can't really tell how much they took out. They also only had a size medium garment, so it's a little bigger then what I expected, and will be giving me a small on Monday. So far, so good ladies! I'm happy to say I'm not in agonizing pain, about a 4-5 on a level of 10. The absolute worst part of the whole thing was the anticipation before the surgery, and also the general anesthesia. I will be posting pics in two days, when I get to take a shower! Good luck to all of you with your future lipo procedure! And don't freak out like I did haha
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January 15, 2014
Glad to hear it wasn't that bad. Looking forward to seeing your progress.
January 15, 2014
You are so right about the anticipation - I cried when the procedure was finished but didn't realise - emotional release after psyching myself up for a few months ! I read many reports of pain being horrendous and stories of taking Tramadol but I didn't even take the codeine, however, I have to warn you it does get a little uncomfortable - the flanks were the worst pain if I turn too quickly when sitting. I am 5 weeks post procedure on abs and flanks, swelling is going down although still a bit lumpy at times. Make sure you get the MLD as suggested - I did 10 sessions and also bought a small hand held massager which I have been using. The other thing my surgeon recommended is 100% natural organic SHea Butter - it somes in clumps (looks like chalk) and you rub it vigour sly in your hands until it is a smooth creamy texture and slap it on - my skin is as soft as a baby and glows - it truly is marvelous stuf to help the skin regenerate.
I'm booked in for micro cannula lipo on breast in a week and can't find anything on this on the site (someone who's had it done) - it will reduce my breast size by 35% and cannot wait to go for a run without blacking my eyes !!,
Good luck and look after yourself - when the bruising goes, you will feel a bit lumpy but be patient as it does take months to settle down so don't expect miracles in a few weeks.
January 15, 2014
Thank you so much for the helpful comment GeorgyGirl. I will have to admit, time is going so slowly, and I'm on my first day after surgery. They put two thick layers of foam in my garment, which is just dreadful! I leaked quite a bit of blood for hours as well, but draining has subsided today. I'm feeling SO drained right now, didn't get but 3 hours of sleep last night. How did your first week go? I'm feeling like. Beached whale! :(
January 15, 2014
I had what I can only describe an armoured body vest (like police wear) I wore this for almost 4 weeks under the compression garment (not at work but as soon as I came home and all of the time at weekends) - my husband described getting into bed like some weird sci-fi [RS bleep] movie (not v attractive). The first weeks were difficult and whilst little pain, very uncomfortable. The first night I leaked terribly and went back next day for all dressings to be changed as requested, I then changed the dressings myself over the two front drains (with large sticky plaster things) probably 2/3 times per day for about 4 days but I had the drains out on day 5 and after that everything healed quickly, stitches out after 1 week and no further dressings or leaks. You will go through the OMG was it worth it and whilst I have a lumpy tum at the mo I know it's temporary but it's pretty flat (and of course shines from the Shea butter). I'm 54 and wish I had it done 10 years ago but hey when the summer comes I know the washboard abs on this old gal will turn heads ! Keep smiling and I'll keep checking in - try not to get the blues (they'll come but just give yourself a good talking to !) x
UPDATED FROM Tessan
2 days post
Day 2
Well today is a little bit better. I definitely didn't know what I was in for pain wise. The worst part is the itching due to the pain meds. I have to take 3 doses of Benadryl a day to stop the itching!! I just hope this pain subsides, it's very uncomfortable. After visiting my PS yesterday, they told me they had to put a tummy tuck garment on me because my torso was so long, and a small lipo garment wouldn't fit length wise. So that's why they put extra padding underneath, to make sure it's tight enough. I literally have a prego belly right now from the padding!!! So frustrating, because I can't tell any difference other than looking fatter lol. Friday I go back to get a smaller garment, thank goodness! So Friday I will be posting pics before my shower. I can tell Im pretty bruised, even after taking Arnica a week prior to surgery. Swelling is even worse! Can anyone tell me when this starts getting easier? I'm already over it... Trying to keep my head up!!!
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January 16, 2014
I agree the anticipation was the worst. I had my lipo done on the 4th and the pain, bruising, and swelling have been minimal. You sound like you had great results. I am so happy for you.
January 16, 2014
I slept for 24 hours straight after the procedure. I thought it was 7pm Saturday but it was 7am Sunday when I actually woke up enough to converse with my sister. My pain was never more than a 1-3. Sunday my sister and I actually went shopping for most of the afternoon.
My scare came yesterday when a scab came off and I had fast drainage that soaked a towel before I could apply pressure and get it stopped. I called Sono Bello and they said this sometimes happens. I about passed out when that happened, it scared the scrap out of me. I have not read where this happened to anybody else. Have
January 17, 2014
Yay u did it!! Congrats lol. The bruising stays for a few days if not a few weeks depending on ur body. I healed very well. My bruising was all gone by day 13. But I had a lot of hardness for weeks. It's a slow process but the results will kick in soon enough. You will probably start to see your new silhouette by day 5 or 6 hopefully a lot better. Can't wait to see the pics
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