Panniculectomy in 2 weeks.

[vogue 310]

Well today's the day!!

For some reason I'm more nervous about this than the WLS.

We are in the middle of a snow storm. Schools are closed which gives me less to worry about. My kids will be safe indoors.

Surgery at 10... I'm supposed to be discharged by 3 barring any complications.

Please send positive vibes!

[Bridget312001 70]

Vogue,

Today is going to go fine. Before you know it you will be out of surgery with your new tummy and on your way home. I will be thinking about you at 10am.

I must admit I can completely relate to being more nervous about this surgery than the VSG. Just know you are not alone.

[CBT 450]

Thinking about you. Hoping you're comfortable!

[vogue 310]

Thanks CBT. for the most part I am Here's my 48 hour post-op update. Surgery went well. Started a lil late. I was wheeled into OR at 11. gave me something to relax at 11:06. Last I remember seeing on the clock was. 11:11:11. I woke up in recovery and boy do they rush you out of there. I was home by 4pm Pain isn't bad at all and if forced to, I could've come home without the oxycodone that was prescribed. There is no pain at my incisions. I have some pain at both hip bones ( was not a bit of fat there, can't even pinch the skin) ....I have 2 drains which are virtually painless. They do feel a lil funny when they are getting stripped Dr says I can shower today but I've decided against it. Sponge bedside baths until the drains come out. The right drain is hardly having any output. The left is getting less than 20 CCs every 8 hours. I'd advise anyone getting this or similar surgery to get that upper body strength up. You will use those chest and arm muscles a LOT, more than you can imagine. I, in an effort to stay hydrated before and after surgery, have been drinking massive amounts of fluids. That has led to hourly trips to the bathroom. This is where pain meds become your friend. Still not in pain but after up and down and twisting to get out of bed, my skin felt like I had rug burns. Last night I took. 2 pills at bedtime and the feeling wasn't as bad and I was able to go back to sleep easily. I work night shift so my body click is quite off. I'm gonna have hubby take pics today. He took pre-op pics already. I know I'm still pretty swollen...

I was 145.6 when I was naked on bathroom scale 2 days ago. Today 144.4 with drains and PJs on. I forgot to take waist measurements before. I'll check my records for January to see what they were then. Not much has changed with my body since then

Edited March 19, 2014 by vogue

[vogue 310]

I don't know if anyone is even reading this... But it's almost 72 hours post-op. I took off all my clothes for DH to take pics after I bathed. even with the swelling, I'm amazed at how I look.

My tummy is rock hard which is weird... I know it will relax as it heals.

My right drain has had no measurable output in more than 24 hours. I just emailed the Dr to ask is it ok to leave in place til next Wednesdays appointment. I also have 1 stitch that is a ill puckered. Not sure if it's due to swelling or not.

I took a percoset at 8pm despite not being in much pain. I spent most of yesterday sitting up on the couch and did a lot of twisting & turning to stay in comfy positions. I was concerned I'd be sore in bed. I slept well for the most part.

I weighed myself naked. Put drains on a hook on the door trying to not have them in the measurement. It was 143.8. Not too bad if I say so myself.

[sassy14 178]

I'm reading! I'm going to see the plastic surgeon Wednesday for a consult. I have lost 112 lbs and am about 25 lbs from goal. The panni is really driving me crazy. It's so uncomfortable. Hope I can get it removed soon.

[CrazyJaney 775]

I just got sleeved and still have 125 pounds or so to go and I ALREADY had a panni from pregnancy. It's already worse with 40 pound weight loss. I can't imagine how much worse it's gonna be. Vie already told my husband I'm having it done when I'm all done with this. It's so annoying. I'm glad it went well! How long will you be off of work?

[vogue 310]

I just got sleeved and still have 125 pounds or so to go and I ALREADY had a panni from pregnancy. It's already worse with 40 pound weight loss. I can't imagine how much worse it's gonna be. Vie already told my husband I'm having it done when I'm all done with this. It's so annoying. I'm glad it went well! How long will you be off of work?

Dr says. 4-6 weeks. I could probably go back in 4 but if my job lets me, use the last 2 to get some spring cleaning etc done

[vogue 310]

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Edited March 22, 2014 by vogue

[vogue 310]

First three pics are morning of surgery.

Last 3 are three days post- op

[BrantS1976 243]

Looking good even just a few days after. You must be so excited about reaching your goal and getting rid if the loose skin.

[vogue 310]

Looking good even just a few days after. You must be so excited about reaching your goal and getting rid if the loose skin.

Thanks and yes it's exciting. Now if only I can find a cure for cabin fever during this recovery. March Madness and Netflix aren't enough

[CBT 450]

Yay! Looks great. You're going to feel so much better

[vogue 310]

Drains are bothering me today. Not hurting, more like irritating and itchy kinda burning. Not sure if it's because nothing is coming out of them anymore or because feeling is coming back in those areas or something else or some combo of them all. What I do know is if they accidentally happened to get yanked out, I won't fret

[CBT 450]

Drains are bothering me today. Not hurting, more like irritating and itchy kinda burning. Not sure if it's because nothing is coming out of them anymore or because feeling is coming back in those areas or something else or some combo of them all. What I do know is if they accidentally happened to get yanked out, I won't fret

I used a lot of ice for the burning. I think it's nerve irritation. Mine went instantly away as the drains were pulled. If you try ice let me know if it helps you. I'm curious.