hadouni 301 Posted December 29, 2014 It's been six days since my panniculectomy and belly button fix and I got my drains and stitches out! The surgeon was impressed with how well it's progressing and with how good the results are. I go back in a week to check in. I'm so glad I did this for myself! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JustWatchMe 7,117 Posted December 29, 2014 Congratulations! I wonder, did insurance pay any of it? I hope to get one in a year or so. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hadouni 301 Posted December 30, 2014 My insurance paid for a panniculectomy and I paid for the belly button fix because that's considered cosmetic. If you make an appointment for a consult, make it for a panniculectomy, not a Tummy Tuck, even if you want more than the panniculectomy. I had to fill out some forms that included my reasons for wanting the procedure. I made it all about the problems (rash, discomfort, smell/sweat) related to the panis and I wrote down all the prescription and OTC creams I used to deal with it. They worked with my insurance and got it approved quickly. I'm three years out from my sleeve and have been at a stable weight for over a year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JustWatchMe 7,117 Posted December 30, 2014 Thanks for the info ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CheleLynn45 615 Posted December 30, 2014 My insurance paid for a panniculectomy and I paid for the belly button fix because that's considered cosmetic. If you make an appointment for a consult, make it for a panniculectomy, not a Tummy Tuck, even if you want more than the panniculectomy. I had to fill out some forms that included my reasons for wanting the procedure. I made it all about the problems (rash, discomfort, smell/sweat) related to the panis and I wrote down all the prescription and OTC creams I used to deal with it. They worked with my insurance and got it approved quickly. I'm three years out from my sleeve and have been at a stable weight for over a year. This is good info to know!! Thanks for sharing and here's to a speedy recovery and GREAT results!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maggie0210 117 Posted December 31, 2014 Hadouni, Tell me, was this way more painful than the weight loss surgery? Some girl in my post-op class said the pain was unbearable but worth it. What was your opinion? Any advice is welcome, thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MichiganChic 3,262 Posted December 31, 2014 I had an abdominoplasty, and it was extremely painful - and totally worth it, to me. I was well medicated, had a pain pump, and still had a hard time moving for about 2 weeks. The sleeve surgery didn't compare to that. However, I also had a butt lift and brachioplasty at the same time, and I was miserable in general. I remember wishing I could escape my body. But that pain fades and you are left with much better skin! Again, totally worth it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hadouni 301 Posted January 1, 2015 For me, this has been about like a combo of my sleeve surgery and my c-section. I did NOT do the ab plication/stitching that my surgeon said is the most painful part of a Tummy Tuck. I was up and going to the bathroom within 3 hours of my surgery. I ditched the pain meds two days post-op. this is probably way too much info, but I got anxious before surgery and became constipated. The hemoroid has been far more uncomfortabe than the surgery recovery! Sorry if that's too gross for words! I'm still doing fine. I'm going stir crazy but a trip to costco had me exhausted and napping the afternoon away. My next check-up is Monday. Looking forward to getting my energy up again! The guy I'm seeing hasn't seen it yet so it will be interesting to see what he thinks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sherrischeffler 74 Posted January 16, 2015 Anyone know recovery time on breast reduction? ?? Hoping to get it in July. .. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Julie norton 2,850 Posted January 16, 2015 Went for TT consult Monday. Very excited. AppArently this roll over my pants is not going away. I eat right. Exercise. 7 years. And still it hangs Date of march 10. He says 3 weeks out. I've heard of 6 week recovery also. Big step for this widow. Recover mostly alone altho my gal pals will help shop drive etc Kinda scary yet empowering new stuff for 2015⌛️ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Julie norton 2,850 Posted January 16, 2015 Ps. He mentioned nothing about draining my band Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iamsoworthit 430 Posted January 16, 2015 Anyone know recovery time on breast reduction? ?? Hoping to get it in July. .. I had one in my 20s, it wasn't too bad. I had a lower body lift this past November and it was 10 times worse. I am only now starting to feel like me again. But the reward is well worth it on both! I now want a thigh lift but I am sure insurance won't pay. A girl can dream... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Julie norton 2,850 Posted January 20, 2015 My doc said breast would be 2 weeks nada. Then light exercise lower body only. A month or really 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sherrischeffler 74 Posted January 23, 2015 My doc said breast would be 2 weeks nada. Then light exercise lower body only. A month or really 2i found my compression garment on Amazon under( body shapers) its like a bustier but with front hooks & straps over shoulders ,i paid $ 24 -30 & purchased (3) & love them i started wearing after drains from TT came out, much better than what dr gave me.just look on amazon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Julie norton 2,850 Posted January 23, 2015 Ok thanks so much for the info. I don't have anyone else to ask. I shall look at Amazon sizes? I see what they have Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
