Panniculectomy

Hi there,

Having my panni removed this Thurs (Aug 14th) and am so nervous.  I am still very BIG in the mid section and fatty.  Anyone else have a big belly, not just skin removed? How long was your surgery and how was recovery? 

TIA

Sorry, I don't have any advice to give.   But I saw myself in your post and wanted to wish you the very best of luck!!    Please let us know how you're doing when you're able to.   Take care!!    :)

I had a tummy tuck on Friday and am home recovering. I also had a big mid section with a lot of excess fat. I'd love to chat and compare notes since we had the same surgery only a day apart.

Hi cutekatie,

Would love to chat...so glad you responded.  Want to pm here? Unless there is an easier way :) I don't use this site much...pm me

I had panni removal with a lot of weight still left to lose - because I need to have a hip replacement and the hanging skin would be in the way.  Unfortunately I had a terrible recovery - the wound, which goes from hip to hip, almost completely opened up and it was deep!  I was on a wound vac for months.  This was almost three years ago and I still have troubles today with spitting stitches.  My understanding is that people with just skin do not have this problem. 

I forgot to say - hope your surgery went well and you are feeling better!!!  Please feel free to PM me for any questions, etc. 

Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

Thank you Mary, and sorry to hear of your struggles.  This is def scary. I'm praying and keeping my fingers crossed.