Just came from the PS again and he is ready to remove the skin 7/21 but I think I should wait til after summer. I still have more to lose then I go back for tummy tuck and thigh lift. I need a hernia repair and decided to remove the skin as well. Trying not to chicken out lol. Decisions decisions. Anybody had this? Another 30 lbs to go.

If it were strict cosmetics or that the skin was getting unmaneagable, I would agree not to try to heal in the heat of the summer (but I am in Houston). However, a hernia is kinda like a time bomb, so your doctor may have a very valid reason for getting that done now, and not being so worried about the 30 lbs left (which is a non issue if you know you are going back later, I would think)

However I am not a doctor. Ask you doctor how potentially urgent is the hernia. Go from there.

Yes they say the hernia is very large so I guess I will double check with my primary.

What does a hernia feel like? I'm having an odd pain that I've never had before (had surgery this past Jan. so should be all healed).

Also, best of luck on your surgery--can't wait to get to that point.

It is a pain near the belly button. The doctor told me what it was. Usually comes from straining. Tell your doctor to check it. Thanks for the well wishes