Hey there, I'm only speaking from my personal experience (360 degree lower body lift with vertical flur de lis) so... I had MASSIVE swelling after surgery and couldn't fit into like any pants for a few weeks lol so I wouldn't worry about that. Now that being said, even with the massive swelling, at nearly a month post op I was still down weight. Most people I've noticed don't lose or gain weight after the surgery. Also....15 pounds of swelling? That seems like a lot.

Lastly, I am so sorry to hear about the wound breakdown. I have no experience with this so I can't comment, but I hope everything goes well on Monday and things get taken care of soon!

I had my consult on my one year anniversary. I was not at goal when I had a tummy tuck. I was six pounds over at 142. A month after surgery, I was 128 and stayed at that weight for a year. My surgeon wants to operate when you are at a weight where you do not ever want to be more than 10 pounds above or below for life.

Gaining or losing more than 10 pounds will start to distort the surgery.

I'm actually not on FB (family drama keeps me away) but perhaps I'll set up a "dummy" account just to research this topic. Thanks!

Yeah, I'm sure it would get pricey to stay in the hospital. Thanks again for all the insight, it's been really nice of you to take the time to help me with these questions. :)

You must feel incredible! Did you have any overnight stays? I live alone so the longer I can stay and have help, the better. Since my procedures are all considered cosmetic, they will be self-pay. I'll need to factor in the cost for a week to 10 day stay at the hospital or some kind of nursing facility. Plus, I'm about a 4 hour drive away so would want to stay close in the beginning. Hopefully Dr. Kovach could provide some suggestions.