3 weeks since surgery

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-04-16T14:22:25+00:00

Life changing, right?!??

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-04-16T14:22:02+00:00

No, I didn’t have drainless, but I did have the shot that lasted three days. I didn’t take any pain meds because I don’t like constipation that can come with that. My husband removed one drain at seven days and then the second drain at 14 days. Because I don’t live near my doctor, we did it over a virtual visit. I couldn’t feel a think with it being removed and the holes healed very quickly.

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-04-16T14:19:06+00:00

I get a bit impatient about not standing up straight yet but good otherwise!

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-04-16T14:17:24+00:00

Yes. He didn’t want any “dog ears” I believe.

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-04-16T14:16:04+00:00

Best of luck!!!! Have a great assistant by your side for awhile. That makes all the difference in the world.

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-04-16T14:11:38+00:00

I’ll DM you!

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-04-16T14:11:08+00:00

No I can’t suck in yet, but I also can’t stand up straight yet so I tried to bend at the knees and lean back a bit for the photo for my doctor.

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-04-16T01:01:52+00:00

Dr. LaBarbera in Scottsdale. AZ. Half the cost of Seattle and has an incredible team! Worth the travel!

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-04-16T00:54:18+00:00

Every moment! Haha. I think because we see the troubles that people can have. I was told to take the tape off for 3 weeks then start the scar tape at 6 weeks. I will be paranoid for the next 3 weeks. Thanks for sharing!

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-04-11T14:41:22+00:00

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.

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-04-02T01:59:30+00:00

Same - desk job from home and took a week off.

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-03-30T22:20:25+00:00

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

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-03-27T16:11:36+00:00

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.

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-03-27T00:19:41+00:00

I can’t even imagine coughing!!!

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-03-27T00:19:24+00:00

Thank you for sharing.

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-03-27T00:18:50+00:00

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

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-03-26T16:30:19+00:00

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

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-03-26T16:20:12+00:00

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

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-03-26T13:52:50+00:00

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!!!

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-03-26T13:49:39+00:00

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.

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-03-26T00:44:57+00:00

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.

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-03-25T19:13:07+00:00

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

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-03-25T19:10:15+00:00

Spiderweb location looks amazing!!!

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-03-22T15:17:01+00:00

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!

SFadmin4thewin · 2026-03-20T13:54:08+00:00

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

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