notateechanow 7 Posted May 18, 2010 I realize this thread was started QUITE some time ago---but I've decided to start looking into this with real effort. I have a consult with a PS in two days---and the reality of this all is just hitting me. I should tell you that I did very little research with the LB before surgery because I can deal with pain and all that ails, but sometimes knowing what may lie ahead is overwhelming to me....and keeps me from moving forward. So I looked at your pics. OMG> it looks unbelievably painful. I was hoping to only have 2-3 weeks off from work. (I make my own schedule and can sit as much and as long as I need to----also have a very short commute!) Is that unrealistic compared to your experience? I did go back to work less than 5 days after my Lap Band surgery.... I don't even know the extent of what I'll have done---I hope to find that out this week. I'm expecting at least a Tummy Tuck some Lipo and thinking about having my breasts done at a later time.....We'll see what the surgeon suggests! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoanieP 2 Posted May 21, 2010 I realize this thread was started QUITE some time ago---but I've decided to start looking into this with real effort. I have a consult with a PS in two days---and the reality of this all is just hitting me. I should tell you that I did very little research with the LB before surgery because I can deal with pain and all that ails, but sometimes knowing what may lie ahead is overwhelming to me....and keeps me from moving forward. So I looked at your pics. OMG> it looks unbelievably painful. I was hoping to only have 2-3 weeks off from work. (I make my own schedule and can sit as much and as long as I need to----also have a very short commute!) Is that unrealistic compared to your experience? I did go back to work less than 5 days after my LAP-BAND® surgery....I don't even know the extent of what I'll have done---I hope to find that out this week. I'm expecting at least a Tummy Tuck some Lipo and thinking about having my breasts done at a later time.....We'll see what the surgeon suggests! :thumbup:All things considered, I don't think the pain was bad...not nearly as bad as the bruising makes it look. And to me, I would rather have the scars than the flab hanging. Everyone is different, but I think you'll be fine. Let me know what you decide. Good-Luck! Later, Joanie :smile:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoanieP 2 Posted May 21, 2010 how is your scarring looking after everything you have already done? :thumbup: I think the scars are looking better everyday...but no matter, it's better than the hanging flab...lol... I will try to post some newer pics soon. More to come, Joanie :smile:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
less-of-me 2 Posted May 23, 2010 Well, I just had a Tummy Tuck 4 days ago. I am very suprised that I feel amazing! I go back to the doctor in 2 days to get the bandages off. Im so excited to see my new belly button and tummy! I also hope that on that visit my doctor will take out my drains! Is it unusual that i bearly have any pain due to the tt? Also imn the last 2 days I bearly have any drainage is that normal? thanks in advance! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoanieP 2 Posted May 31, 2010 Well, I just had a Tummy Tuck 4 days ago. I am very suprised that I feel amazing! I go back to the doctor in 2 days to get the bandages off. Im so excited to see my new belly button and tummy! I also hope that on that visit my doctor will take out my drains! Is it unusual that i bearly have any pain due to the tt? Also imn the last 2 days I bearly have any drainage is that normal? thanks in advance! :thumbup: Congrats on the TT, and I'm glad you're feeling so good. It just keeps getting better, doesn't it? Keep in touch! Joanie :smile2:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoanieP 2 Posted May 31, 2010 Just wanted to post up some of the pics from my facelift... day 1....day 3.....day6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoanieP 2 Posted June 13, 2010 Pics from 2 weeks out from lower facelift surgery...dr says I am healing very fast. I have been out in public already, with friends who don't know, and no one said anything, so I guess they couldn't see any scars...they were guys, though....haha! I love it, and it just keeps getting better. more later, Joanie ) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AlienBandit 10 Posted June 13, 2010 wow you heal so well! I have a question about your arm lift. Are your scars noticeable now some time after the surgery? I want an arm lift but am concerned about the scarring. I saw your 3 month post op photos but how do your arms look now? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoanieP 2 Posted June 13, 2010 wow you heal so well! I have a question about your arm lift. Are your scars noticeable now some time after the surgery? I want an arm lift but am concerned about the scarring. I saw your 3 month post op photos but how do your arms look now? The scars on my arms are not small, but I am not at all self conscious about them, like i was with the flab hanging...I have attached a more recent pic for you. In fact, I'm gonna take it right now....haha! I can also tell you I have been bad about using the maderma like my dr suggested, and I should be doing my 5 lb weight exersizes, but have been real lax about doing either. I have also posted the before pic my surgeon took, for comparison purposes. Thanks for your interest! Later, Joanie :biggrin:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoanieP 2 Posted August 16, 2011 Well, I'm having more ps done.. ..I'm having a thigh lift next tuesday 8/23/11...I'm thinking this should be the last thing I do! I appreciate all the comments and encouragement I've gotten from you all. Wish me luck on the legs...I'll post some before and after pics soon. thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
notateechanow 7 Posted August 16, 2011 Good luck! I hope it all goes well. After 3 consultations with my PS and paying ahead of time, I had a major slip over Thanksgiving last year and my surgery was scheduled the following week....and was canceled. Money returned...I was 'unclamped' and without a band for nearly 7 months. 30 pounds later, I'm relieved I didn't go ahead with PS. I'd definitely need revision if I had. I'm using my PS money for a down payment on a house. I had my band 're-clamped' and am working on getting back on track now. I hope to one day get that PS I waited so long for. Good luck with your legs. Post pics when you're feeling well enough to do so! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoanieP 2 Posted September 5, 2011 Well, it's been 2 weeks since my legs were done. So far so good...a bit uncomfortable walking...feels kinda like I've got something hanging between my legs....don't know how guys can wear boxers... lol ! my dr tells me this surgery will take longer to heal than the others but I think it's come along nicely. I'm gonna try to attach some pics from about 1 week post op. Thanks for all your support! Joanie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoanieP 2 Posted September 5, 2011 Day of surgery Day 7 after thigh lift...top of leg near crotch Day 7 after thigh lift...looking down towards knee on rt leg. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mimilou2004 13 Posted September 5, 2011 You are very kind to allow us to watch your healing process....thank you very much. I was booked for the thigh lift but the surgeon kept talking about how long the recovery was and how painful and I wimped out. Mimi Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoanieP 2 Posted September 17, 2011 My legs are healing nicely...the only part that is still kinda open and scabby is the T section at the top of my legs. Still got staples in the top as well, but doing better everyday. :thumbs_up: I am very happy with the results, can't wait till they are fully healed so I can really appreciate the good job my surgeon has done. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
