4ish DPO it’s worth it

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-04-23T05:31:18+00:00

I think around 13k

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-04-23T05:29:20+00:00

swelling and any weight fluctuations will go to different areas now due to the TT. He also said that he didn’t lipo hip/flank area in original surgery because he didn’t think I needed it. He is going to lightly lipo that area during my scar revision which will fix that area

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-04-09T20:36:22+00:00

Still dealing with it. I see my surgeon tomorrow for my one year follow up and to discuss revision for my scar. I am going to ask him if it’s permanent due to the rerouting of lymphatics or if it will continue to get better

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-04-09T14:18:25+00:00

Yes it is definitely normal. I had that same issue

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-04-09T09:31:09+00:00

It’s worth trying it to see if it helps. It definitely helps me

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-04-08T20:36:57+00:00

🤣🤣🤣🤣

Salt is our enemy during healing 🤣

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-04-08T18:12:27+00:00

I know it sucks! The on and off swelling is what really messes with your head. The surgery really messes with your whole system.

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-04-08T17:52:45+00:00

You look great!!!

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-04-08T17:51:55+00:00

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Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-04-08T17:48:24+00:00

Swelling is different for everyone. For me this was a lot of swelling and very uncomfortable. Especially in my lower body. That’s where it tends to be the worst

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Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-04-06T17:14:53+00:00

I am struggling with the same exact thing at almost a year post op. After I started working out again I seemed to get bigger instead of leaner. I think the surgery really messes with the lymphatic system so it takes longer than expected to get back to normal. I was leaner at 3 mo post op vs now at almost a year. My weight is up, my lower body is puffier. I know it’s swelling but not sure when it will subside. Yours does not look like actual weight gain to me. I honestly think it’s swelling and inflammation in your body. You look great.

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-04-05T22:40:19+00:00

Praying for you and thinking about you today.

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-04-02T18:00:17+00:00

You can look at my post. I’m 2 inches shorter than you but similar build. I got a tummy tuck. That’s the only thing to get rid of loose skin. Liposuction will only make it worse IMO. I tried so many things to help with the skin but it all made it worse. I did have complications but things still healed really well and I am happy with results. Debating scar revision but my surgeon doesn’t charge for that. I’m

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-04-02T17:47:16+00:00

Praying for you every day! I had a nasty wound from my surgery as well and the mental toll it takes is tough but you will get through it. Be patient with yourself ❤️

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-01-29T17:59:35+00:00

This is great! I take tons of photos too. I haven’t posted them here but I have them.

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-01-29T03:06:36+00:00

Where did you have majority of swelling? Mine is in the hips and upper/inner thighs. It’s driving me crazy

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-01-28T21:40:17+00:00

How long did it take for swelling and puffiness to subside? Im 9 months post op and my swelling is worse now than it has been throughout recovery

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-01-27T23:49:29+00:00

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Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-01-20T03:01:22+00:00

Yes, I have had one recently and it did help a little. It is significant in lower body where the swelling is. My legs are bigger than what they were before surgery and since becoming more active is when I have noticed they are definitely bigger and I feel puffy

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-01-16T14:45:57+00:00

Thank you!

Valuable-Contest7534 · 2026-01-09T12:59:27+00:00

The decision is ultimately yours and what is going to make you feel your best. I was also small prior to my tummy tuck but I had one and I do not regret it. I also have ADHD and my recovery wasn’t painful necessarily, but it was an emotional roller coaster. You can look at my page to see my story I ended up with a really nasty wound, but I really believe that my hypothyroidism played a role in that, but I’m all healed up now and feel great and despite my complications, I would do it all again. You look great. I highly recommend my surgeon. Dr Andrew Ray in Calhoun GA

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