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I had a tummy tuck and lipo about 6 years ago after I had lost weight before.
Positives: great result, almost no scar, wonderful surgeon. Really tight lower ab muscles, brand new belly button! You can even have your "lady parts" lifted a bit. It's outpatient, and I only needed pain killers for 24 hours, just tylenol after that
It's going to sound like a lot of negatives, but the results outweighed:
1. cost about $8,000
2. minimum 2 weeks off work, 3 is better, but if you have lift anything at work, you;ll need to make arrangements
3. Have to sleep in a recliner for about a month
4. must wear a compression garment for about 3 months.
5. drains stayed in for about 3 weeks--
Overall I'm glad I did it. I got my sleeve last week, but don't think I'll need the surgery again, since I didn't regain any weight in my stomach. But my arms and thighs might be a different matter--but I'm going with weights and yoga.
Let me know if you have any other questions. c

I had a tummy tuck and lipo about 6 years ago after I had lost weight before.
Positives: great result, almost no scar, wonderful surgeon. Really tight lower ab muscles, brand new belly button! You can even have your "lady parts" lifted a bit. It's outpatient, and I only needed pain killers for 24 hours, just tylenol after that
It's going to sound like a lot of negatives, but the results outweighed:
1. cost about $8,000
2. minimum 2 weeks off work, 3 is better, but if you have lift anything at work, you;ll need to make arrangements
3. Have to sleep in a recliner for about a month
4. must wear a compression garment for about 3 months.
5. drains stayed in for about 3 weeks--
Overall I'm glad I did it. I got my sleeve last week, but don't think I'll need the surgery again, since I didn't regain any weight in my stomach. But my arms and thighs might be a different matter--but I'm going with weights and yoga.
Let me know if you have any other questions. c

Thanks, great instructions--now I'm official!

Hi all, I've been reading posts since my surgery was approved, but haven't posted. I lost 22 lbs pre-op, and had my surgery on the Friday after Thanksgiving. Great recovery and very little pain; I was fortunate enough to have my medical insurance cover my procedure at the Cleveland Clinic Center of Excellence. I'm trying to stay hydrated, and still have at least one shake a day--but the road ahead looks good--I've lost a pound a day since surgery!!
Quick questions--
1. how do I put that cute weight loss chart on my profile?
2. Anyone found the best prices on Vitamins?
I love the Oh Yeah! chocolate Milkshake powder and bottles--best flavor!
Good Luck to everyone!!
c