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on 12/17/17 3:40 pm
Poor thing! I can't begin to imagine how much falling hurt so soon after surgery. I hope you heal fast!
Well, the lower body lift was better than anticipated. The inner thigh lift is a lot worse. I woke up in recovery feeling fine. Any movement at all sent my pain level through the roof. After I made it home I was only able to use the Go Girl to urinate. Thank goodness someone recommended it to me. I cried a few times the first night and evening. I was able to sleep better last night. I fell this morning trying to get up and the pain level was beyond a 10. I have zero appetite but am trying to keep up my protein intake for healing purposes. Please pray for uneventful speedy recovery. Thanks.
I do not have any drains. Legs are wrapped in ace bandage and u started my period today.
Travel light - take crappy clothes and leave them- all those old 'big' soft clothes are great for recovery. Don't bring anything back. Just yourself to worry about it enough. OK maybe a protein bar or shakes.
Sharon
This is a reply from the other end of the size spectrum. I was 59 when I had the breast reconstruction and did not want to have another surgery in 15 years, as is required for implants. So I went with the 'reformed and as big as possible with fat transfer' - good bye saddlebags thighs. I went back the next year for some more fat transfer. I am happy with my perky-almost Cs.
When I looked into it 20 years ago (but did not go through with it then), the PS gave me implants to insert in a bra and wear at home so I see what different sizes would be like.
You might need another consult to be really comfortable.
I did need a second surgery because I had other issues, not just a regular breast - lift. Am happy with the result.
Sharon
It is amazing how simple things like a shower can make such a big difference! I can't wait until I can take one tomorrow.
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
on 12/16/17 9:56 am
Ooh, I bet washing your hair will feel good... so glad your pain is minimal!
Thanks, Gwen!
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
I never feel completely human until I'm able to shower. :D Glad your recovery is going well!
VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)
Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170
TrendWeight | Food Blog (sort of functional) | Journal (down for maintenance)
The pain continues to be minimal, though I did take the Vicodin at night. I think the swelling is starting to go down, but there is a lot of bruising around my eyes right now. More than anything I can't wait to take a shower tomorrow!!! My hair was slicked back with some sort of heavy duty gel, so I feel like I'm wearing a helmet (and it adds to the weird look I am sporting around my eyes). Too bad it isn't Halloween- I'd be all set!
Liz 5'3" HW: 219 SW: 185 GW: 125 LW: 113 Desired maintenance range: 120-125 CW: 119ish
Luckily, I have my trusty Purple cushion
VSG: 1/17/17
5'7" HW: 283 SW: 229 CW: 135-140 GW: 145
Pre-op: 53 M1: 22 M2: 12 M3: 12 M4: 8 M5: 10 M6: 11 M7: 5 M8: 6 M9-M13: 15-ish
LBL/BL w/ Fat Transfer 1/29/18