Six Weeks post TT, doing much better, pics on profile
Well it took up until a couple of days before my 6 week mark, but the swelling has definatly gone down considerably. It wasn't until last week that I could wear any jeans, and now this week, I am almost in my normal sized jeans. Up until the end of last week, I had to wear my compression band almost all day to keep the swelling at bay. Now this week, I haven't worn it at all, and the swelling is just a small amount at the end of the day, but not enough to really bother me.
I do want to ask, however, how long do the areas of numbness last? I have several scattered areas that I can't feel at all, and some that tingle if I touch or bump them. It feels kind of weird when I am wearing tighter pants. It isn't a big deal, but just wondering others experiences.
Thank you everyone who has been so willing to share your experiences, this board has been so helpful in getting through this process!!
I do want to ask, however, how long do the areas of numbness last? I have several scattered areas that I can't feel at all, and some that tingle if I touch or bump them. It feels kind of weird when I am wearing tighter pants. It isn't a big deal, but just wondering others experiences.
Thank you everyone who has been so willing to share your experiences, this board has been so helpful in getting through this process!!
I had a TT before my WLS. There will probably be permanant numbness on your lower abdomen. Its like an upside down triangle shape from the belly button coming down to a point right above the crotch. I was told I will never get the feeling back and that it is typical of TTs. I am used to it now and I dont notice it.
DS with Toon Sonneville 3/19/12
Looking GREAT!!!
My journey: http://abowlfullofjelly.blogspot.com/ w/ March 2011 Sleevers List
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HW: 309 ~ PreOpW: 306 ~ SW: 293 ~ CW: 184
"Sleeve Santa Sleeve!"
HW: 309 ~ PreOpW: 306 ~ SW: 293 ~ CW: 184
You look great! I am 7 1/2 weeks out and feel good. I had lower body lift and I still have swelling at night but getting better and nothing major. I have a couple of spots that are still pretty tender and hurt just a little if I lay on it just right. I hope you feel better and better each day! Again you look great!