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'Was it worth it?'
Pros:
Flatter stomach. Better belly button. Some stretch marks gone.
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Cons:
VERY painful. Long time for final result.
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Cost:
$6500.00
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Healing time:
4 weeks still healing
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Pain-o-meter: 7
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I am not overweight, but since having my son 16 years ago I've had a poochy belly, and it got worse each year.
The operation was so much more painful than I expected. I could not stand up straight for three weeks. I spent the first week in bed I was in so much pain. I am 4 weeks post and feel much better.
My tummy is still sore and I am still quite swollen. I believe I will be very happy with the results once all the swelling is gone.
Here are more details:
How results differed from what I expected:
A lot longer to heal. 4 weeks post and still swollen.
Biggest fears pre-procedure:
How I would react to anesthesia. I would still have a big belly.
Healing aids used:
no.
Number of doctors consulted:
1
Number of years I thought about having the procedure:
2
Had an elective procedure before:
No
Complications or follow-up procedures:
Not Specified
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should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or
disease without consulting with a qualified healthcare provider. Please
consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have
regarding your condition.
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Gender:
Female
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Age:
39
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Ethnic group:
Caucasian
Education:
Community college or university
Country:
United States
State/Province:
California
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Women experience greater overall weight gains and more notable weight fluctuations than men.
(Source: the Role of Weight Management in the Health of Women" by Sachiko T. St. Jeor, professor and director of Nutrition Education and Research at the University of Nevada, School of Medicine)
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