Clothes don't fit post-tummy tuck?
I had read on here that TT results were usually instantly visible. So even though I had read everything about swelling, I assumed that it wouldn't be so bad that I wouldn't be able to tell it in my clothes.
Well, I am so bloated with gas (and probably poo since I've been constipated for the first time since I ever had my RNY) and swelling that I can't wear my pre-op clothes either. I really hope this improves by next week because I'm supposed to go back to work!!! I can't very well wear sweats to work!!!
Even more disheartening, I took and posted my before/after pics this morning when I took a shower and my belly still looks as big as it did pre-op! The whole reason I had this was because I carry most of my weight in my stomach and I didn't want to look pregnant even in a size 2.
What is so super-disheartening is that I can see that it will eventually look great. I mean, it's all right there! I just need this swelling to go down ASAP.
Hi Autum! I'm not brave enough to post my before and after tt pics!! Well, actually, I haven't taken any "after" ones yet. I need to though. My before pics look so horrible and I've always felt that no one else has ever looked as bad as I do (or did)......
Anyway, best of luck to you! I know all about being nervous!! It will be worth it though!! Thank you for your reply!
Thank you for the reply! I hope your recovery goes well and that the swelling goes down soon!
I feel for you. I am almost 3 weeks post op and still swell. I am told that it could continue for several more weeks. Are you wearing your compression garmets? My swelling went down over this weekend, but today I have a feeling it might start up due to sitting in a chair all day.
Revision Band to Sleeve scheduled 10/29
Jenny
Consult/Surgery/Current/Goal
243/237/146/135
5'2" SHORT!!
TT 12-2-08