Day 12 post op

Hi all, I posted this on my state board, and  since I can't remember what I have posted here, I though I would xpost.

I am now 12 days post op from a hernia repair, thigh lift (inner thighs), and Abdominoplasty.  My insurance covered the hernia (of course) as well as the thighs and panniculectomy.  My surgeon did the muscle repair/tightening for free.

I was in the hospital for 2 nights.  Almost 3 but once I went to the bathroom, I was allowed to leave  I had 3 drains and a pain pump still in when I left the hospital.  I was on antibiotics, pain meds and something for itching.  (Allergic to something,  not sure what)  It’s been painful.  I knew it would be.  But it’s painful. The drains and the thigh incisions are the worst.  I haven’t even focused on my stomach because the other pain was so bad.

Yesterday (day 11) was the first day I felt decent.  I showered and washed my hair on my own, which was a big deal 

I had my post op appt yesterday with the surgeon. He said everything looks good. Took out one drain, left in 2. That was disappointing, but I know it's necessary to get the fluid out.  Taking care of the JP drains isn’t as bad as I thought it would be

I am on more antibiotics and he did a culture of the fluid in one drain, as he's not sure I have an infection, but wanted to treat me in case.   The nurse thinks I am on track for healing and the doctor said to do things as my body lets me. If it hurts don't do it. Oh and he did comment that I am extremely swollen, the swelling will improve but will last many months.

I am still on pain meds but my mobility is getting better.  I am hunched over when I walk and it’s hard to get comfortable.  Those thigh incisions go through my legs and sitting on them is painful.

Oh and I had half a pound removed from each leg and seven from my Tummy.

Thanks for your good thoughts while I recover!

Time line for approval was

Tuesday January 27 - Consult
Thursday January 29 - Letter sent to insurance
Tuesday February 19 – Received letter of approval from insurance company.

If you have any questions, feel free to PM me.

~~ Happy Girl is Happy!!

Glad to hear your recovery is coming along well.  I hear having the TT and thighs done together can be tough.  You are definitely braver than me! 

Melissa

Congrats on having your surgery!!  I can't wait to be done with my LBL and Inner Thigh procedure...... 
Wishing you continued improvement and less pain each and every day..........