Plastics on 1/8/13... Recovery is hard!

[sid_n_reagans_mommy 114]

First I will say that I'm trying to keep my eyes on the prize here, so no regrets so far! But this recovery is hell!! I had a Tummy Tuck, breast lift w/silicone implant, and mini-arm lift. Surgery went well, the dr said he removed 7 lbs of skin & fat w/ Lipo, yay! However, the first couple days I was unable to keep down any of my meds?! I'm guessing just sensitivity from the anesthesia in addition to not eating a whole lot. But now that I can keep pain meds down, things are a bit more manageable... And thank God for my wonderful husband! I need help getting in and out of bed, he had to remove my catheter, he empties my jP drain /records it, makes sure I'm taking my meds & that I'm doing the breathing exercises (with the incentive spirometer), and is taking care of our two toddler by himself! All the while he didn't even want me to have this surgery because he said I was fine the way I was (but that's a different topic, for a different day). I cherish him! Whatever you do, don't go into this alone! There is just no way you can do it alone! I will post pics once I'm healed up some, I have to keep this tight binder on for right now.

[Hopeful loser 22]

I'm considering plastics later on this year. Did insurance assist because of the bariatric surgery?

[BlueOctoberGirl 111]

First I will say that I'm trying to keep my eyes on the prize here, so no regrets so far! But this recovery is hell!! I had a Tummy Tuck, breast lift w/silicone implant, and mini-arm lift. Surgery went well, the dr said he removed 7 lbs of skin & fat w/ Lipo, yay! However, the first couple days I was unable to keep down any of my meds?! I'm guessing just sensitivity from the anesthesia in addition to not eating a whole lot. But now that I can keep pain meds down, things are a bit more manageable... And thank God for my wonderful husband! I need help getting in and out of bed, he had to remove my catheter, he empties my jP drain /records it, makes sure I'm taking my meds & that I'm doing the breathing exercises (with the incentive spirometer), and is taking care of our two toddler by himself! All the while he didn't even want me to have this surgery because he said I was fine the way I was (but that's a different topic, for a different day). I cherish him! Whatever you do, don't go into this alone! There is just no way you can do it alone! I will post pics once I'm healed up some, I have to keep this tight binder on for right now.

I had TT/Lipo and Breast lift with implants on 11/12/12. Your right it is a tough recovery. I am glad my doc kept me in the hospital for a week. I am 2 months out and still healing. It is gonna be worth it in the end though!

[sid_n_reagans_mommy 114]

I'm considering plastics later on this year. Did insurance assist because of the bariatric surgery?

No, I was self-pay for my VSG as well, I actually went to Mexico for that. There just wasn't a big enough cost difference between Mexico and my surgeon here, plus all of the immediate follow-up care required for this procedure.

[sid_n_reagans_mommy 114]

Are you still in pain two months later?! :-O what has healed the quickest?

[sid_n_reagans_mommy 114]

Here is one of my part of my TT incicision & new belly button w/ drain.... Other pics are too graphic sorry

[rybecca20 160]

First I will say that I'm trying to keep my eyes on the prize here' date=' so no regrets so far! But this recovery is hell!! I had a Tummy Tuck, breast lift w/silicone implant, and mini-arm lift. Surgery went well, the dr said he removed 7 lbs of skin & fat w/ Lipo, yay! However, the first couple days I was unable to keep down any of my meds?! I'm guessing just sensitivity from the anesthesia in addition to not eating a whole lot. But now that I can keep pain meds down, things are a bit more manageable... And thank God for my wonderful husband! I need help getting in and out of bed, he had to remove my catheter, he empties my jP drain /records it, makes sure I'm taking my meds & that I'm doing the breathing exercises (with the incentive spirometer), and is taking care of our two toddler by himself! All the while he didn't even want me to have this surgery because he said I was fine the way I was (but that's a different topic, for a different day). I cherish him! Whatever you do, don't go into this alone! There is just no way you can do it alone! I will post pics once I'm healed up some, I have to keep this tight binder on for right now.[/quote']

Please be kind enough to share pictures!! I will be doing the same thing when I reach Goal weight.

[sid_n_reagans_mommy 114]

Sorry if these are too graphic! :-/ I'm still pretty swollen! Can't wait to be healed and get some tan on this body!

[sid_n_reagans_mommy 114]

Here is a pic of my mini brachioplasty... Can't see full results yet, but I think I'm glad he talked me out of doing the full arm lift... Those scars aren't too pretty

[rybecca20 160]

Wow that's awesome!! How much did it codt

[toibunny 12]

WOW....I have not been mentally ready for plastics....I will only need a TT but I had a horendous recovery from my sleeve in 2011...I am happy you have your husband to help you.

[lessofmeismore 1,405]

Wow, that is fantastic you were able to get this done! I too am curious how much you paid and your Dr.'s name and state

Sorry if you told us already. My sleeve surgery impacted my short term memory!

[deltadawn817 106]

Thanks for posting. I am looking at getting a Tummy Tuck and a breast lift and maybe a little reduction too in the end still if I need one. (never been lacking in that department)

Your tummy looks awesome. I can't wait for mine.

[sid_n_reagans_mommy 114]

My doctor is in northern Virginia. You can look him up on his website bjcohen.com.He is awesome! I'd rather not share my exact cost, but I believe he is reasonable! You will get a free consultation, plus he came in 2K less than a doctor I saw in Fredericksburg, va and that's with more work and silicone and not saline implants! His staff and him have been wonderful! Can't wait for my follow-up with him! not even close to healed and I'm thrilled with my results!

[Pelekania 156]

My doctor is in northern Virginia. You can look him up on his website bjcohen.com.He is awesome! I'd rather not share my exact cost' date=' but I believe he is reasonable! You will get a free consultation, plus he came in 2K less than a doctor I saw in Fredericksburg, va and that's with more work and silicone and not saline implants! His staff and him have been wonderful! Can't wait for my follow-up with him! not even close to healed and I'm thrilled with my results![/quote']

How long do you have to stay off from work?