Should I invest money in having a tummy tuck, thigh lift, etc.

Im 5'6" and currently weigh 175 lbs (should reach my goal of 150-155 lbs by summer). I am thrilled with the success of the surgery. However looking in the mirror its obvious that years of carrying around 300+ lbs has taken its toll. I see a lot of postings on here of people having plastic surgery done and Im wondering if its for medical reasons (to find relief from rashes) or solely cosmetic. Financially speaking, I can afford to have the excess skin removed from my stomach and legs but Im wondering if I should. I look at myself and think if it wasnt my stomach and legs, it would be my saggy breasts or butt. Part of me wants to be able to wear a bathing suit or shorts with confidence and the other part worries that I might trade in the loose skin for horrible scars or something even worse. I really am undecided on this. My physical appearance is more of a concern for me because Im still single and continue to face the dating scene. On the other hand, Ive seen some pictures of other postops and my skin, though clearly noticable, isnt as severe nor does it cause rashes etc. Id like to hear from anyone who can offer some advice or share their experience.

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