The Botched Pannicullectomy

Post Date: 3/23/07 9:51 am I have lost over 100 pounds. Over a year ago. Carried most of my weight in the abdomen. Insurance okayed me for a pannicullectomy and abdominal repair. Instead of going back to a good Chicago hospital of excellence. I went went my PAST provided, and was sent to their plastic surgeon who did the panni. Well I ended up in ICU needing 4 units of Blood 6 hours post surgery. Returned for a hematoma a week later needing more surgery and more blood. There's more. After his surgery my upper thighs were very bruised. They were firm, and in good shape. Now I have, jelly thighs, rolls of skin on my hips, back aches, and a swollen abdomen. This all happened in late November. Naturally I changed back to the Chicago Surgeon and he told me I would have to wait until June to do any kind of correction. His greatest concern is how my pubic area has been pulled up out of place. I look as though I has the new femal family jewels. There is loss of bladder control, and problems with sex. It pains me, that I went through the RNY did all this work and all I wanted was a simple surgery to correct my bulging skin on the abdomen. All I ended up with was a scar from hip to hip and flabby hips. Anyone reading this who has experience any of these problems PLEASE email. I wrote once before, but gave the wrong email address. I just feel so ugly. [email protected] Thank you. It's best if you email me personally. God bless you and thank you for your time. I live in Illinois.

omg. Girl I hope your going to sue his ass off. God I feel so bad for you, your story made me want to cry. My heart goes out to you. Ive yet to have RNY. I sure hope things get better for you. If you need to talk feel free to email me with your number. [email protected]. HUgs , Melissa

Oh, I'm so sorry you've had to deal with this after being so successful in your weightloss. I am pre-op and have no advice but will keep you lifted in prayer. Doranna