Hi BB.......................The question for us years post-op should be more like "who has not re-gaines?"  I know I have.  And I did because of health reasons as well, but also because I've been slack!  Just calling it like it is.  I'm not too bent out of shape about it, but it certainly is enough for me to not like it, and get my butt up and do something aobut it.  So I guess that's my advice I'm offering as I have to others.  So now I'm taking my own advice and just getting up and "keep it moving"  My choice is always walking, which has become more difficult, but I'm doing it anyway.  I've always gotten great results with just lacing up and just walking.  I'm down five pounds just this week for making that slight effort of 1.5 miles a day.  Just take a vigorus stroll early morning or late evening.  I've added on an additional protein shake and water as well to stay hydrated.  Just simple back to what worked in the beginning.  10 more to go, and I'm back in business!

You can do this too!............Keep it moving!

JJ

Hi Crystal,

I've found that the best way for me to get you in the group is for you to send me a friend request on FB.  Send to Janice Toms Joye.  I will add you on and then submit your name to the site administrator.

Look for ward to hearing from you.

JJ

Can you please add me - crystal ferguson. User name teacher23024. I would love the support and enjoy some real talk.

Hello all. It has been a long time since I have been on this site. It feels great to feel connected OBH. Time goes by so fast. I am 9 years post-op. I wanted to ask anyone if they have had a weight gain after being post-op for several years? I have gained weight because I have been dealing with fibromyaliga for several years now. I have put on about 30 pounds. I need some advice on how to get back on the path of weight lose without doing exercise. I will be grateful for any information and ideals. Thank you.

babybonnie

If your excess skin is causing medical problems, like infections, skin breakdown, yeast infectons in the folds, cellulitis, back issues from too heavy breasts, etc., then insurance will pay for the plastic surgery to resolve the problem.

Even if you buy OTC remedies to address a problem caused by excess skin, document it.  If you have to get a prescription to get rid of an infection caused by the excess skin, make sure your PCP, dermatologist, or whoever is treating it is on board with giving you copies of your diagnosis.  You will need to get the medical documentation of each adverse event involving excess skin if you have to appeal a denial, so it's better to have your ducks in a row earlier rather than later.

BMI really has nothing to do with plastics, except that if your weight is not stable, and reasonable for your age/height/frame, a plastic surgeon might not want to do the surgery until your weight stabilizes.