Set my dates for Dec 8th for 360 degree Tummy tuck and Dec 23rd for Breast Lift. Have questions about healing. Dr was really on me about VGS patients not eating enough and helaing poorly. So want tips on what anyone on here did to ensure you heal good. etc....

Why reduce Fluid intake??

I had my tummy tuck and breast lift 8months post VSG. I kept taking my regular Vitamins as well added Bromelain, and Vitamin C. My surgeon actually felt I healed quicker then other patients. She did have me reduce fluid intake for the first 2 weeks post surgery. I am very pleased with my results.

She said that it would decrease need to get up to pee and reduce swelling.

I did bromelain, arnica and turmeric for healing and inflammation. I think it helped! Got them all at Vitamin Shoppe.

Surgery in the morning. Woo hoo. Nervous.

Surgery went good. All bandaged up have to drains and a lidocaine pump. Here is the back view. Can't see front yet because have to stay bandaged until I go back Friday.

Had my pre op visit today the dr. Was adamant I get the lift now.. He hadn't seen me since the first visit in September and I've lost more weight in the boobs of course, I decided on silicone high profile 500 cc, so nervous about the lift and scars, since I already have so many with the sleeve and gall bladder taken out.. Ugh have to make up my mind by tomorrow ????????????

Congratulations! Especially that you felt up to standing up and even getting your picture taken! I'm sure you will heal quickly!

Went for post op check today. Things look good. Dr left drains in. He said when I only get 30ml out of them per day he will take them out.

Just a update. Got drains out from 360 lower body life. Then had boob lift yesterday. Never realized how much reaching for stuff pulls on your boobs. Ouch! Lol. Everything looks great. Soooooo happy.

Super excited about my new boobs!

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