It’s been a year since I had my abdominoplasty/ abdominal
panniculectomy.
A whole year.
Can you believe it? I most certainly cannot.
I remember so many details of my surgery day so vividly (and
the following recovery days) that it is hard to believe it was a year ago.
I am still very thankful that I underwent the procedure. Even
though I had completely accepted the very real possibility that the surgery
could in fact alter my life and abilities I am beyond thrilled that my recovery
went so well and I am living my life currently without any restrictions. The
only thing that isn’t 100% (but it’s getting damn close) is my core strength. I
am still a bit weak in the area where my scar line is, my lower abdomen. Other
than that, it’s life as normal. Oh and I still have no real sensation on the
area below my belly button but that is common and I was told it may never come
back. That, however, is quite insignificant in the grand scheme of things
though. So much so I almost forgot to mention it. But of course, I want to
always make sure I give you full disclosure J
And on that note….guess it’s time for some pictures.
The last post-op pictures I could find were from week 6.
This morning I took some pictures, you know since it was the year
anniversary mark and whatnot I thought it would be a good idea. *I didn't realize that I had shown my full scar in previous photos...probably would have been a good idea to have taken some photos today that showed the whole thing. Whoops! Next time!
I think I look the same.
Well, same-ish. Close enough for me to be 100% happy with
how I look. My scars have faded so much, especially the one around my belly
button. My tummy does stick out a little more but it is pretty solid so I will
chalk that up to muscle growth ;) Other than that, I think there is not much
difference. Which is a good thing because I can literally feel pain along my
scar when my weight goes up and it is not a pleasant feeling. Maybe one day
that will go away. For now, I basically have a built in weight gain alarm. LOL!
So...I guess that is about it. Not much has changed, physically, since my surgery a year ago. The recovery took time but I am happy that I was able to progress somewhat easily and am here today, a year later, able to do all of the things I love to do and doing so comfortably. I no longer have to worry about sores or chafing or infections on my excess skin. I can live an active life easily. And that is a really great thing.
This surgery has helped me both mentally and physically and for that I am grateful. Now that I am healed and am stronger and back to where I was, activity-wise, before the surgery I am so excited to see what the next year brings.
Love and hugs,
Dacia
xoxoxoxx
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