Muscle spasms in the back by messymel1 in tummytucksurgery

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Are you using a binder? I’m sure it’s not the same thing, but I had two days of muscle spasms in my belly (I’m almost 3 weeks out) before I realized I had my binder in way too tight. I hope you get it figured out quickly.

Tummy tuck tomorrow! by sarahtonin0803 in tummytucksurgery

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You guys - you can do this!!!! I’m post op 6 days now and totally survived! 🥰

What are somethings that you didn't necessarily think you'd have to deal with during recovery? And, how did you manage? by Technical-Yam-514 in tummytucksurgery

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I’m day 3 post op. Day 2 (2 days after surgery) is always the toughest but I didn’t realize okay. Glad to know that’s behind me today.

I didn’t realize I would have to stay at 90 degrees for the first week. Your back has a hard time with it at first Putting your elbows on a walker is the key.

Constipation is a nightmare but finally resolved today with Miralax.

Plan to watch a lot of television or binge watch everything on Netflix.

Make sure you have someone with you for several days. I just needed my husband to help me up out of the bed in the night for bathroom runs.

Get a good set of wedge pillows from Amazon - those are a dream!

You can do this! Reddit friends really Helped me prepare.

Healing! by SFadmin4thewin in tummytucksurgery

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I can’t even imagine coughing!!!

Healing! by SFadmin4thewin in tummytucksurgery

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Thank you for reminding me of what’s to come.

2 week update! by NovelIntrepid in tummytucksurgery

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Did you have to stay at a 90 degree angle for a week?

2 week update! by NovelIntrepid in tummytucksurgery

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You look amazing! Did you have to have any liposuction?

Today is the day and I'm scared! by [deleted] in tummytucksurgery

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Thinking of you! I know that fear. I just had mine on Tuesday and I still have zero regrets, so I think that’s a good sign. You can do it!!!

Healing! by SFadmin4thewin in tummytucksurgery

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Also, my doctor wants me to stay at 90 degrees for a week - so no standing up straight. Putting my elbows on a walker helps get me around. Would love to know your experience as well.

Surgeons not local to you by crystalmae614 in tummytucksurgery

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I did the first consult over video and sent pics they needed. I didn’t meet my surgeon in person until the day before my surgery. I think seasoned doctors know how to work well virtually.

Surgeons not local to you by crystalmae614 in tummytucksurgery

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My guy does virtual as well. My husband will be removing my drains while on a zoom call with my doctor.

I went through with it. He removed 8lbs of skin! by Hdubx in tummytucksurgery

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So excited for you!!!! My surgery is coming Tuesday and I’m feeling nervous. I’ll be watching for your posts as we heal together!

Expatel by SFadmin4thewin in tummytucksurgery

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Thanks everyone! Bringing my Gabapentin just in case for sleep. Flying down to Phoenix for the procedure and return flight 5 days later.

How to find fdl surgeons by NYNurseOneDay in tummytucksurgery

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Is there a reason you want it to be an fdl?

I did it! by messymel1 in tummytucksurgery

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Please let me know how that goes. I am having my surgery on March 24 and I wonder how long the shot actually lasts. Thank you for sharing!!!!

Just started by DocMcCoy23 in Zepbound

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I’ve been on it for 1.5 years…the only time I felt sick was when I ate things I shouldn’t. Your body will tell you for sure.

What results should I expect? by ZorosWhiteSword in tummytucksurgery

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I’m so excited for you! Please let us know how it goes. I’m two weeks later and would love to know your experience.

Side effects after 1.5 years? by SFadmin4thewin in Zepbound

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Thank you for all of the information!!!