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Found out too- he left my port in the same place.

Had my band place 6-13-13.yesterday I had full tummy tuck. Met my goal weight a coule of months aga and holding steady.. So far sp good- no unbearable pain. Just feels like I have just gone done doing an abs workout. Hoping it stay that was! Keeping pain meds in every. 4 hours. Can anyone make any suggestions for making the healing process easier or anything I might want to have on hand? I have 2 drains placed that will be removed I pin a week.

So 15 days post op. I'm doing good. I have yet to experience any pain- thank goodness!!! Drains came out at 6 days. I went back at 13 days and they drained fluid but couldn't get it all then when back at day 14 and they were able to drain a bit more. I have a follow up on day 20- said prob drain more. Be glad when swelling goes away. I wasn't prepared for that part of it. Pants don't fit like they did but I know it's temp. Was told to wear compression around clock to help with swelling. Also for anyone having this I was having a horrible time getting stood straight up again and when I went in at day 13 the nurse gave me the best trick ever! Toes touching wal and walk ur arms up to u feel a slight pull then hold and continue to ease ur way up and hold- I do this several times a day but I walked out of that office straight and it made a world of difference!!!! Hope it helps someone!!!! Some of my steristrips are starting to lift. Just looking forward to being back to normal:)

Still haven't removed binder. Thinking I may leAve it until I see him Wednesday to have drains removed. Just sponge bathing and washing my hair. Getting around is a bit easier bit still taking it slow.

My surgeon required fluid removed. I can have place back in a couple of weeks. Insurance did not cover it. I paid 6150- for full tuck. Muscle repai mad lip0- he did give me a professional courtesy discount since I'm in the medical field. Yesterday I felt great. Today a little sore when walking. But I'm keeping my meds in around the clock. Drains should be coming out Wednesday . I have yet to take the binder off- I'm not ready to do that just yet. I would like to give it time to,heal. Before looking. I can't shower until Sunday:(

Full tummy tuck next month at the tune of $6560

Thankful for this post as well. I have been on the treadmill for months but down to my last 10 pounds I want to lose. Still on my treadmill but started to work out with a personal trainer to tone areas that are in need. My scales have gone up around 2 pounds and it freaks me out. I am scheduled for a Tt at the end of next month and was hoping to drop 8 pounds by then but am focusing in being in better shape. Makes me feel good to know others are having the same battle.

I'm using dr. Chase out of Chattanooga

I have lost almost 90 pounds and just scheduled my tummy tuck for the end of may. It's gonna run $6350 I thought it would be more. Nervous about it and really nervous about what to expect look wise once healed. Would love to hear others that have had it and their experiences- tips:)

I'm getting tt next month and was told mine needed to be deflated

What part of tn?

I have heard so many different stories on what to expect. I plan on going back to work 11 days after. I have a desk job and the surgeon seemed to think it would be fine but I also work out at least 5 times a week and he said that was gonna help me bounce back faster. My husband will be off with me the whole time I am so I will have plenty of help. I am very unsure as to what to expect from the looks. I just don't want to have unreal expectations.

Mine does not. I have heard of some procedures being covered but you have to have major issues. Save up:)

I had lapband last June. Hit my goal weight and have been maintaining the past couple months.

He did tell me I would have 2 drains in for a week. He did say I would have a scar right below the panty line. Just nervous as I don't want my expectations to not be realistic.

Chattanooga, tn--- dr chase

I'm here too:) I had surgery June 13 and have lost 71 pounds to date:) very happy with my decision to have the surgery!

M really torn between which one of these to purchase. I like both but wonder which one would give me the best bang for the buck.

Thinking of getting a fitbit. Wondered if anyone has one and if they have been happy with it. Also trying to decide between a fitbit one or zip. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated!

Popping in to see how everyone is. I will be 4 months out in the 13 of this month. I've lost 41 pounds so far so I am very pleased with my progress! It has def been work! I have had 3 fills and am scheduled for a fourth next week but Am thinking of canceling. Since my last one I can tell def restriction and had difficulty eating more than just a bit- which is what it's supposed to be but like after 4 small bits of chicken I feel like I'm getting stuck. Still trying to adjust and figure it out so think I may need to hold off on the next one. I would love to hear how everyone is doing into their 4th month and what you guys are feeling about the journey so far!

The first fill was horrible for me! Talk about pain!!! Was not expecting that! I will say I had my third Monday and after that first one they have been a breeze! I'm always a little tender after getting one.

Checking in with everyone:) glad to see you all are doing well:) I am still trotting along. Surgery was 6-13 and I am down 36.2 pounds. Gained a few pounds on vacation took about a week to get back on track and am losing again:) had my third fill Monday. Things seem very different this time but I'm only 2 days out so could change. Looking to lose 30-40 more pounds. I will admit I have not been exercising as I should but a friend is giving me her elliptical as she uses it for a clothes hanger so I am going to start this weekend. I hope that will help with the loss as well;) I hope all of you are doing awesome! I can't wait to see how far we go!

It is so funny that you mentioned this. I have noticed a discomfort in my left shoulder as well. Wonder why that is?

How's everybody doing?? I'm still trotting along:) had surgery June 13th and as of today am down 36.2 pounds. Not been easy. I have had 2 fills so far. I have a total of 2.8cc's in my band and feel like I'm getting no help from it yet. Just really been sticking to my calorie limit and getting my protein in. Still overall pleased with my progress! Hope all of you are doing well! Would love to hear some updates!

I am 2 months post op and have lost 30.8 pounds:) I am happy to say I finally made it to Onederland and am at 198.6:) still moving but what a feeling!! Everyone working towards it hang in there and follow your doctor's instructions!! It's so worth it!