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Thank you for your well wishes! Before my surgery i searched for information on someone's day to day real experience with a TT but there wasn't much available so I figured I will do a day to day blog for anyone who really wants to know. Today is my third day and it really does get a little better each day. I walked to my kitchen alone and made my protein drink, drained my tubes and took my meds. That was about all the energy I had so laid back down and fwll asleepmfor 2 hours. My back hurts all the time like back labor pains and it's from lying on it all the time and the position you have to lye in. My doc says no pillow or elevation of the head at all, the knees have to be straight up from the hips and then the lower leg straight out from the knee. It also doesn't help that you have to stand and walk bent over from the hips. Still no bowel movement so may have to take measures soon for that. The incision still looks good. I hope the pucker right down from my belly button goes away. I showed it to my doc yesterday and he said we are just concerned about healing at this point and we'll worry about what I don't like once it's healed which didn't give me a warm fuzzy. Will post again later!

Had to meet doc at his office to look at my left drain that has not drained a drop since surgery. He removed the drain stitches and about another inch in and found that there was a manufacturer defect in the tubing. There was little plastic tabs that were inside the tube so he cut them out up to the point that he could get to and thank god it started to drain. Doc said he has used the brand for over 10 years and inserts them 8-10 times a week and has never seen any defect before. LUCKY ME!!! Had to get about 10 shots of Lidocaine in the hip area so the doc could work on it and that was the most painful part. All is good now. Still have pain and taking meds religiously. Still can't sleep more than 2-3 hours at a time due to the pain waking me up. I can walk better and get around on my own better now. The most painful part is the back. Incision still looks really good. A few puckers but doc said they will go away with the swelling. Another day down and every day i feel a little better. I'll keep you posted!

My plastic surgeon and VSG doc said plastics are o.k. At one year out. Just had my TT this past Thursday and i've taken 2weeks off from wirk. I hope I'll be able to go back by then!

Hello Butterthebeans, yes, i had the surgery done locally in Roundrock, TX. My doc's name is Dr. Troy Thompson. He does not advertise including no website other than showing his name and phone number. I went to 4 consults. Dr. Thompson came highly recommended and very reasonable. It cost about $6,000. There were many reasons why I chose him. He is truly a COSMETIC doc compared to docs that just do it for the money and herd people in with little concern as to what the tummy will look like when healed. Dr. Thompson is very tall with real long hair and is definately a hippie in his day. I think he is 48 yrs old and performs a TT with his own special technique wherein he tightens up ALL the muscles from the sternum to the pubic bone. most docs just tighten belly button down. The three other consults all said i needed a full body lift. Dr. Thompson took pics of my backside and said there is no reason to do it because there's not that much skin. He could of told me i needed one and taken the money but he was honest.

LOTS AND LOTS OF PAIN! This hurts worse than my open heart surgery and my vertical up the belly hysterectomy! I just took my first pain pill, Tramadol, just can't take the pain anymore. I keep falling to sleep but wake up every 2-3 hours. No, insurance did not pay, all out of my own pocket. I saw the incision for the first time and it is very nicely done. I have never seen a TT with an incision this low before and it's a very fine line. I think it's going to be beautiful! I'll keep you all posted.

Came through the TT just fine at 7am and in the car to go home at 12:30. The actual surgery was 4hours long. I'm hurting real bad but still not one painkiller. Doc doesn't want me to take the painkillers until it's absolutely necessary. I take extra strength Tylenol and Celebrex. My back is killing me because I have to lay on it with neck flat on bed and no pillows until he removes the drain tubes. I can't wait to see the results! Thank you all for your support!

My surgeon said that a TT only takes off minimal weight. The doc said only 3-5 lbs. Oh well,better than nothing. I will post before and after pics soon. Thanks everyone for the support!!!

I PRAY SOMEBODY RESPONDS TO YOUR QUESTION! I'm 11 months out and down 83lbs and have been at this weight for about 2 months now! Honestly...I don't have the best of diets but I also don't eat horribly either. I think I know what to do and that is to really get serious and buckle down to eating nothing but healthy again with no snacking but it's soooo hard! Maybe after Thanksgiving I can get a grip again....GOOD LUCK TO YOU!

OMG!!! CONGRATULATIONS! I'm crying with tears of happiness for you right now! Your story touched my heart and I can tell that you and Merrick are going to be very loving parents. Please keep us informed on your new journey with Lil Bean!

My prayers are with you...you are going to be just fine!!! Godspeed!!!

BEAUTIFUL!!! CONGRATS!

I'm sooooo glad to hear all of you are going through the same thing as I am!!! Just 2 weeks ago I finally had to get rid of some of my clothes and that was when I hit 60 lbs loss!!! I wear nothing but dresses to work and sundresses at home so I understand it's not the same as pants but 60lbs! Are you serious? It took me losing 60lbs to drop a dress size???!!!! I have been so discouraged until now. Thanks for the posts!!!

So happy for you!!! It truly is a new life for you!

Yes, definately a roller coaster but it's the ride of a lifetime!!!

CONGRATULATIONS ON CHANGING YOUR LIFE FOREVER!!! How exciting for you! I remember having the same feelings including being scared to death. It was 100% worth it and I would do it all over again and recommend it to anyone that has weight problems. I can't wait to see a picture of you 6 months from now!!! Good luck on your journey!!

You are doing great!!! Yes, you lose the most weight in the beginning stages but the beginning stage is about the first 3 months. I started to lose more when I increased my calories. I know it's a scary thing to do but it really does work. You have to keep your metabolism up to burn calories so if you're not eating enough you won't lose as much. Don't sweat it....just keep your eyes on your goal and it will happen!

Dorrie is absolutely correct! I can drink up to 20 ounces of liquids at any given time but I can only eat about 6 oz of solids. I seem to be able to eat more solids than most people on here which has always concerned me but I am still losing at a good rate so it just goes to show that everyone is different.

My surgery costs were right in line with 5DoxieMom. There were no hidden costs. The paperwork that my surgeon had me sign stated every possible cost. Good luck!

YAYYYYYY! YOU LOOK FABULOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

GOOD LUCK ON YOUR JOURNEY! Take a LOT of pictures...it is my only regret. I took about 10 and it wasn't enough. You will want many showing yourself in different outfits (including a bathing suit) and many different angles to really see the difference.

CONGRATS and I totally agree with you....this site has been a life saver to me throughout my journey and I appreciate everyone's input!!!

You should always call your doc when you think something isn't right...but...I had horrible stomach cramps everytime I drank something cold, hot or a dairy product and learned real quick to warm things up. Sounds like you might have become lactose intolerant.

I'm experiencing the same thing! I think it's because I have more energy, working out, feeling better about my body image and feeling like I'm "cute and sexy" again when I try to look good!!! Rock that sleeve!!!

Hang in there!!!! I can tell you are very excited about the journey you are about to go on and your anxiety's are getting the best of you. Deep breaths....soon you will be able to discuss your VSG weightloss with everyone on here!!!!