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I'm not sure where to put this. I was wondering if anyone who has already had their surgery done in Mexico been back for plastic surgery? If so would you mind sharing your story with me?

Hi! I haven't been on here in awhile, but I had my surgery with Dr. Ponce De Leon on June 10th! No real complaints here! I have pics from the trip on my FB if you want to see them. I was a nervous wreck the whole time, but it was all fine and I'm down 75 lbs now. I'm here if you have any questions. 2 of my friends used Dr. Ponce also. Is trish your coordinator?

I completely understand. I did too!!!! Surprised I didn't have a heart attack! I just sent u a private msg. Try to think of it as a vacation.

Oh and I thought they told me to take the steri strips off in the shower but that's not what they meant. They were trying to say its ok if one came off in the shower. So don't do that either! Lol

I was too! It's ok. I'm sure I had a breathing tube not sure about at cath. No foley and yes did have a drain! The drain was the worst part for me. Just remember to get up every hour and walk on ur plane ride home. I got a blood clot the day after I got home and had to go back in the hospital here for 4 more days and nights!!! :-(

Oh yay! Well that's good. :-) I hope she has eased ur fears a little bit.

I got the same thing in the beginning. It was very frustrating. But once we got there she explained herself a little more. I'll see what i can do about getting her to contact you.

I remember that feeling!!!! Honestly I didn't relax until I got back home and realized that I had a good trip. I do think Trish made all the difference though. I couldn't have even navigated the city without her. I'm 2 months post op as of yesterday. :-) Feel free to ask any questions to eas ur fears. :-)

Yes. I tried to do 2 weeks but just couldn't! I kept cheating :'( ... you have to adhere to the 3 day yogurt and water only though! No cheating. It about killed me!!!!!! I'm not going to lie, it was rough. I also didn't realize until the last second that u can't eat any yogurt with anything in it! Not even tiny seeds. That's hard to find!

I was wondering if anyone could recommend a good Dr. To do my follow up care after surgery in Houston, Tx?

Kind of, but I chose not to go bc it's going to cost between $150 to $650 just for the visit and that's not counting any blood work etc. My pcp (primary care physician) can do the same blood work and it's covered by my insurance.

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Oh yes! That's probably what it is. Dr. P does use the blue dye test before the swallow study.

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Thank you I will look into them. Unfortunately everyone I've contacted so far doesn't want to follow me bc I had my surgery in Mexico. I guess since I didn't give them my money they are mad.

Had surgery on Monday, went home Thursday, woke up Friday with a blood clot. Spent the day in the ER and was then admitted. Was told today (Saturday) that I'll probably be here for another 3 to 5 days and I'm on bed rest. Wasn't even allowed to take a shower this morning. I was in good spirits until today. I'm starting to regret my decision and just wish I would have stayed fat and taken my chances. I miss food so much that I really think I'm hungry, even though I know I'm not. I can't help but think of I die it's my fault. Sorry for the pitty party, I guess I'm just looking for some pick me ups.

Thanks for the advice! What kind of diet did u do pre op? Just the 3 days yogurt and water (I started that today) or did u do more or something different?

Complications*

Any comications?

Haha I guess so

Ha u beat me to it! I was going to start this thread. Lol

Proudmama....omg that's awesome!!! I think trish may have mentioned you. She said there was a lady comming on the 11th (I originally wanted to fly in on the 11th but u beat me to it! Lmao j/k) if that is you she already said she would introduce us! Can't wait to meet you!!!!!!!

I'm having my surgery in Mexico with Dr. Ponce De Leon on June 10th. I need to find a doctor in or around the Houston or Austin TX areas for post op care. I've called a few and they don't like to provide care if they didn't do the surgery themselves. :'( Please Help.