9 Days Post Op Extended TT

I made it out alive!!!  Felt like I'd been hit by a train the first few days.  No one can prepare you for how you're gonna feel, that's for sure.  Feeling good enough today to put a little blush on, because I look pale as a ghost.  The doctor said he removed 4 1/2 lbs. of tissue, which actually is more than I thought.  I'm anxious for the drains to come out Monday and see how I look without the binder.  Can't wait to get rid of the binder, it feels like it's so difficult to breath with it on.  I know it's necessary but I hate it! 

Down the road I will post some pictures.  I'm feeling LUCKY to be alive today Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Glad you're doing so well!
Terry

I'm glad you are able to post and keep us up to date. Keep ahead of the pain.  Quick healing!

--gina

keep up your protein and I bet you are going to be WONDERFUL,  looking and feeling.  Hurray. 

Cograts, all the best for super speedy healing of the incision. I would consider a TT if I could have it done laparoscopically, he he!! ;)

Congrats, now keep healing, walk, sip, and rest!

Glad you're feeling better - and you're exactly right!  No one can prepare you for how you're going to feel.  The drains did a number on me, but I LOVED my binder - I just felt secure in it. 

Don't be in too big of a hurry to get rid of it - it is holding your skin to your muscle to make sure it heals properly and in the right place!  If it's too tight, maybe get a little bit bigger one.  You need to be comfortable.  I was able to take my binder off to shower - have you taken it off at all yet?

 

 

 

Jody, yes I've had it off twice for a shower. Everytime I eat, ie. A third of a yogurt I feel like It's so tight I can't eat. I see the doctor Monday morning, hoping to get the drains out. I plan on talking to him about the binder and trying to eat. Are you pleased with your results? This better look darn good after all you have to go through.

I felt like that too - early after surgery - had a LOT of restriction, which I enjoyed! 

Ecstatic with my results and so glad I did it.  Give yourself time to heal.  You'll be happy with the results too!  I even bought 2 bikinis in the last year...  NEVER thought I'd do that!!