Question for Tummy Tuck or bodylift patients

How long did your sweling last? How long before you cpould wear your pants or go to next size down? Toni 285/132/129

Hi Toni. I had my TT last April. I swear it took forever for the swelling to go down!! My Dr told me at least six months till I would feel 'normal' I felt 'normal' four weeks after my surgery. I work sweats and loose fitting pants because of the drains and swelling. Two weeks after my TT I did go shopping and was able to get into a smaller size jean. I guess it depends on your body and how it heals, fluid retention, etc. L

I had the anchor incision and had no problems wearing my jeans 3 weeks after my surgery. I still have swelling at 8 weeks post op but nothing like it was. I went from a size 10 to a size 8 and I actually can squeeze my butt into a tight 6. I have heard though it can take as long as a year to find out the true results of the surgery. Before my surgery I weighted around 148lbs and after my surgery I now weight about 137lbs give or take a lb or two either way. As I said I have some swelling but nothing like it was. Hope you are doing well! Donna Paige

Wow, I am four weeks out and still can't wear my pants - they fit differently, but they are just an inch from being able to button. I didn't just have the tummy tuck though - I have been cut all the way around and I wonder if that is added to the overall swelling results. I am going back to work on Monday out of boredom for 1/2 days. I am still very sore but can sit with no problems, still no lifting or bending. But, I am able to see a lot more results this week and it is looking better. I was hoping not to have to wear elastic waisted pants to work but it looks like it will be the first week any way. oh well! Thanks for the updates! Glad to hear you all are doing well too! Toni