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Thank you for replying. Thankfully, my husband will be with me and will handle meal prep etc. I've stocked up on various protein powders so that he can add them to smoothies for me, and/or soups and stuff.
I have lots of Zofran & Phenergan on hand, so that will be helpful. No Valium though ... which narcotic did you have?
I don't have access to a recliner, but am going to sleep in the guest room bed, which is firmer than our bed.
I'll be 7 days post op tomorrow from a total body lift, but no fleur de lis. I stopped narcotics two days ago and have been taking 1,000mg of Tylenol every 6 hours. I have continued Zofran because it helps to keep my appetite up and make sure I can consume lots of protein. I'm also taking Valium before bed to help with sleep. The worst of the pain has been my butt/tailbone and pretty much no position is comfortable. The power recliner I rented was very useful for the first 4-5 days. I can now get up/down without any issues from most places. I still need some assistance if I'm laying in bed. I went back to sleeping in bed at night 5. Other Than the literal pain in the butt I have very little pain.
It's been helpful to have easy protein sources on hand. I've been mostly eating whole fat Greek yogurt, nuts, protein bars, chicken breast and other meat (as someone cooks it for dinner).
VSG: 1/17/17
5'7" HW: 283 SW: 229 CW: 135-140 GW: 145
Pre-op: 53 M1: 22 M2: 12 M3: 12 M4: 8 M5: 10 M6: 11 M7: 5 M8: 6 M9-M13: 15-ish
LBL/BL w/ Fat Transfer 1/29/18
Hi Everyone! I'm new here and am looking for some advise/tips/suggestions. I'm going to have a total body lift on 2/14. This will include the pannectomy, butt lift, and fleur de lis (for the upper abdomen). I've been told to expect 4 drains. I'll be in the hospital for 2 days.
What advise do you have for me? I'm really concerned about the pain.
Thanks!!
I know Patti loves silver jewelry... she wears some beautiful, meaningful gift pieces! Joni lost SO MANY inches that her clothes were HUGE...The swelling seemed minimal compared to the inches lost, so I'd think snug now. Kimonos were VERY helpful and Maxi dresses. HAVE A WONDERFUL TRIP!
I wore loose dresses after my leg lift - even the idea of trying to pull on pants was a bad one!
VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)
Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170
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Hi Kristin! Again it was so great meeting you and Joni last November. I'm getting ready to go back to Monterrey for my surgeries next week. A quick question: What size yoga pants to bring? The ones that fit now, are snug, or those that are big on me? I'm having the vertical thigh lift among other procedures. My thighs will eventually be smaller but wasn't sure what to do given that there's going to be swelling. Thanks for the info about the exact amount of tipping; I wasn't sure. Also, what types of gifts might Paty like? Best to you and Joni!
Hey everyone! I'm having my last skin removal surgery on Wednesday. I'm nervous and anxious but ready to finally have the extra skin gone. I heal pretty well from surgery, but I am definitely a little scared about this surgery since its MY LEGS! lol I'd love to hear your experience with the medial thigh lift!
Thanks :)
Real Self is a great resource.
Dr. LoMonaco in Houston was my surgeon. He is one of the best in the country and has a lot of experience with bariatric patients.
I didn't just want to look "better", I wanted to look "good". I am 51 years old and my stomach looks as good now as it did when I was in my 20's. I am so grateful for Dr. L and his expertise.
Good luck in your research!
Laura in Texas
53 years old; 5'7" tall; HW: 339 (BMI=53); GW: 140 CW: 170 (BMI=27)
RNY: 09-17-08 Dr. Garth Davis
brachioplasty: 12-18-09 Dr. Wainwright; lbl/bl: 06-28-11 Dr. LoMonaco
"May your choices reflect your hopes and not your fears."
I'm now day 5 post op. Things are going pretty well. My drains are already outputting only about 40mls (that's the measurement right?) per day and I only need to get to 30 to have them pulled. I would never recommend this surgery to someone who wasn't in really good physical shape, because I have needed my toned arms and quads to get myself up and down. The power lift chair has also been really great. My worst pain has been my butt/tailbone and since the narcotics don't seem to help with that, I have just been taking Tylenol and one Valium right before bed to help with sleep.
My tummy is pretty swollen but the first time I saw myself I literally cried I was so happy. Guys, I have never looked like a 'normal' person and now I do! I have a long way to go to get back to where I was physically but even with as painful and difficult as the last few days have been it's also been amazing!
VSG: 1/17/17
5'7" HW: 283 SW: 229 CW: 135-140 GW: 145
Pre-op: 53 M1: 22 M2: 12 M3: 12 M4: 8 M5: 10 M6: 11 M7: 5 M8: 6 M9-M13: 15-ish
LBL/BL w/ Fat Transfer 1/29/18
Here's a recent post that might be useful for you -- http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/plasticsurgery/6029162/Gen eral-questions/
VSG with Dr. Salameh - 3/13/2014
Diagnosed with Binge Eating Disorder and started Vyvanse - 7/22/2016
Reconstructive Surgeries with Dr. Michaels - 6/5/2017 (LBL & brachioplasty), 8/14/2017 (UBL & mastopexy), 11/6/2017 (medial leg lift)
Age 42 Height 5'4" HW 319 (1/3/2014) SW 293 (3/13/2014) CW 149 (7/16/2017)
Next Goal 145 - normal BMI | Total Weight Lost 170
TrendWeight | Food Blog (sort of functional) | Journal (down for maintenance)
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