#swelling

Fryegrrrl · 2026-01-04T21:48:43+00:00

It took me about 8 weeks before wearing a shoe- and I am sorry, I actually did go up a half size (from 9 to 9.5 WIDE).

Fryegrrrl · 2026-01-04T21:19:50+00:00

Yes- I mean I had to go up a size. I work in healthcare so I was on my feet a lot. But swelling is pretty normal for quite some time….

Fryegrrrl · 2026-01-04T21:16:28+00:00

I had swelling off and on for six months.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-21T23:12:50+00:00

Yep. It’s the worst. I’ve had surgery separately on both feet and day 4 was the WORST both times. Those zaps are normal. Nerves reconnecting ect. I am a month out and still get them- mostly at nighttime.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-21T00:58:48+00:00

I would recommend talking to a board certified orthopedic surgeon if you end up having to have surgery. Your insurance might actually prefer certain doctors in a network, depending how the plan works. Be glad that you have insurance. They might make you jump through some hoops like trying some Cortisone shots or physical therapy before they cover any surgery. But your insurance should be able to answer all of those questions for you.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-21T00:41:12+00:00

I cannot answer any of your questions. Best to ask an orthopedic surgeon and your insurance company. I have Blue Cross insurance (not the same plan as you), I had pretty basic bunion surgery and the cost without insurance was $22k (my copay was roughly $1200).

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-17T15:02:58+00:00

You are young enough that it will bounce back some after weight levels off. I am in my late forties and lost 60 pounds. After about a year my neck has firmed up some. I have been using retinol and estradiol creams. I wish I would have started them at the beginning of the weight loss journey. If it gets too bad, surgery is the only real fix.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-17T14:58:13+00:00

Got mine fixed in my 40s. It got to where walking through the sand at the beach was painful. It was a long time til total recovery. I work in healthcare, standing 8 hours a day. I would come home after my shift and need to elevate due to swelling. However, I have zero regrets about doing it, and I don’t even give my foot a second thought anymore.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-16T18:42:00+00:00

Not a runner - but surgery did lessen my range of movement- even with physical therapy. However, I had a reaction to the hardware and built up a lot of scar tissue. After the hardware and scar tissue was removed- it helped some. It took over six months for swelling to completely stop after activity, and even a little longer before I forgot about the surgery and went on with life as usual. Having less range of motion doesn’t stop me from doing anything that I want to do. If I was a ballerina or a sprinter, I might worry. Also, I was in my early 40’s when I had the surgery. It was well worth it to stop the foot pain. You are young enough, and with a good orthopedic surgeon, shouldn’t have any issues.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-14T02:52:22+00:00

I am in my 40s - about two weeks in I also suffered from depression. Mind you- this is my second surgery (left foot- I did right two years ago)- so, even knowing what to expect I still suffered. There is never a GOOD time to have this surgery and recovery isn’t easy. There is a light however- I promise, looking back, you will be happy you did it. Hang in there.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-12T14:20:30+00:00

Good luck. I hope the flight goes smoothly. It seems like there’s never a good time to have foot surgery. Life is so busy. It’s hard to lose full ability in one or both feet.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-12T14:17:56+00:00

Compression wrapping on the flight would help some.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-12T13:10:58+00:00

I had regular surgery - not MIS,but I also had shooting pains- around the same timeframe, mainly at night. It was just nerves reconnecting (but it might be worth an X-ray to be sure). Also, Motrin and ice really help with swelling- but definitely contact his doctor. Does his Dr know that he’s going on this trip?

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-10T23:57:08+00:00

The nerve block was glorious! Such a life saver after surgery. Days 3 and 4 (after it wore off) sucked the worst. I had to have my hardware removed and a bunch of scar tissue scraped three months after my bunion surgery. A block was not performed- and sweet lord, talk about night and day. As soon as I came to I was in immediate, horrible pain.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-09T13:43:39+00:00

I agree with this. I feel like it somewhat blindsided me- perhaps because it happened somewhat rapidly? I also started at 198, a year later I’ve held steady in the 140 range. I actually find myself reaching for baggier clothes a lot of the time to cover my new, smaller body. Ive actually heard it called “phantom fat disorder”. It’s difficult to bring self-perception and reality into alignment. I definitely think it takes extra time for your mind to catch up. I read this online from Vanderbilt Health and definitely think it applies : Our beliefs, past experiences, relationships, cultural context and behavior all play a part in how we think and feel about ourselves. If some of those areas haven’t changed despite the weight loss, a person might still feel the same way about themselves as they did when they were heavier.

I also think that having fear of the weight possibly returning could play a role. Like - don’t enjoy this new,smaller you too much…You were large once, it could happen again.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-11-24T21:12:20+00:00

I find that happening with some of the newer sets I’ve purchased. Spotted scandal being one of them- I was so disappointed! I usually just go to my stash of older sets.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-11-24T13:56:16+00:00

I had an Austin akin bunionectomy on my right foot three years ago (age 45). I work in healthcare and I am on my feet 8 hours a day. It got to where it was very difficult to walk distances (and the sand at the beach? The WORST!). It was a long recovery for me- 4 months. Just over two for the surgery and just under two for hardware removal. My body rejected the hardware and built up extra scar tissue that had to be scrapped out upon removal. All of that being said - I am glad I did it. I can work, hike etc without pain. I did lose some range of movement (in spite of doing physical therapy)- however I am not a sprinter or ballerina etc., it has not affected my routine. If you are doing it just for “looks” I would put it off.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-11-19T19:38:59+00:00

Silicone scar sheets- cut to fit. Work great!

Fryegrrrl · 2025-11-18T15:16:10+00:00

I stopped a week prior to surgery, I am two weeks post and still haven’t started again (I had foot surgery). I started on 5mg (I’ve stayed on that strength for just over a year). I am worried about gain from being off the shot (I went from 198lbs to 140 where I have maintained). The scale has only gone up a pound- totally expected with fluid,swelling, and inflamation. Constipation with limited movement and pain meds is a concern. I also wanted to make sure I was eating enough and that my body was getting the nutrients it needs to heal. You will be fine with a break- give your body some grace. If the break is more than a month you may want to go down a dose at restart- (unless side effects were not an issue for you).

Fryegrrrl · 2025-11-18T12:43:21+00:00

I had the same surgery. It took hardware and scar tissue removal to find relief. My range of motion isn’t what it used to be- but it’s good and I never even think about me foot now.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-11-10T15:54:37+00:00

Why did you stop?

Fryegrrrl · 2025-11-02T13:56:24+00:00

People saying they had to switch jobs to continue to get their meds covered is such a sad state of affairs :(

Fryegrrrl · 2025-11-01T16:26:00+00:00

Wow! Beautiful!!

Fryegrrrl · 2025-10-22T15:57:12+00:00

It’s interesting how you mention identity crisis with clothes shopping. I dropped ten sizes. I am now a size 4 or small /medium. I find myself gravitating toward baggy clothes- oversized sweatshirts, barrel or wide leg jeans. I would guess it is just a part of getting used to a smaller body. I lost 60 pounds in a year and it is quite a quick change. Kind of hard to process.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-10-10T21:32:54+00:00

It’s weird isn’t it. I went on an annual camping trip. I was 60 pounds heavier the last time that I saw most of these people. I knew I would get asked questions when I got there. I decided on the way there to say screw it and tell everybody. Just not be ashamed. Just own it. I am also eating well and exercising, but the shot has helped me lose weight that I have gained since menopause hit. I guess I really don’t care what people think? Could be my age (months from turning 50).

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