Skin Removal Surgery

lisabenson1984 · July 2013

Has anyone had surgery post weight loss? I've been debating the idea for over a year now and can't decide if it's something that I want to do. Its obvious that I "need" to have it but I don't know anyone personally who has been through the procedure. I haven't been to a doctor yet but assume that they would want to do a tummy tuck with possible arm and leg work as well. Any surgery stories would be appreciated.... Are you happy with the results? Costs? Pain? Recovery time? Thanks!

Docmahi · July 2013

med student who did a rotation with an abdominoplasty specialist.

I think if its something you are considering you should at least go get a consult, its much less invasive then you would believe and the recovery time (while variable) is generally not as bad as most open abdominal surgeries. Some of the results though are very impressive - prolly not a great response but just wanted to give you some encouragement to check it out

Shortiefatsplat · July 2013

I need this surgery too and have been to the Dr's about it, I've lost over 56lbs but thr Dr wanted me to lose another 21lbs and then hold that weight constant for over a yr before they will even consider surgery and then the waiting list is very long and I was told it's unlikely that I would ever make it to the top of the list, so dis-heartening when i've tried so hard!
I wish you luck and hope you get done what you need.

kazsjourney · July 2013

I am planning to look into it mid next year. I have lost 180 pounds and wanna lose another 45 pounds and hold the weight steady for 6 months before having the surgery.

vec2013 · July 2013

Have you tried skin firming exercises to eliminate some of the loose areas? There are some great one, they just aren't commonly done today. They won't fix everything, but they may lessen what you need removed. Send me a message.

sarantonio · July 2013

I am stretch-marked so bad that I know I'll have extra skin... however, its not as bad as you think. Try getting your bodyfat % to 18-20% AND HOLD IT FOR A YEAR, you be surprised how much skin can shrink, and how much of that skin is really fat

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lisabenson1984 · July 2013

Thanks for the replies everyone. I've lost 126 lbs. and held it constant for 2 years now. I'm not sure on my body fat % but I strength train alot along with my cardio and have built substantial muscle underneath my loose skin. I'm thinking that I need to go for a consult just to talk with a doctor and find out where I am exactly and what my options are. I don't have a clue how to pick a doctor though.

monjacq1964 · July 2013

Have you tried skin firming exercises to eliminate some of the loose areas? There are some great one, they just aren't commonly done today. They won't fix everything, but they may lessen what you need removed. Send me a message.

if you've got stretch marks, the tissue is torn, and will not go away with any sort of exercise. Surgery is the only option, usually. Some of it will "spring back" with time, but if its been two years, then the skin is there.

jamiesillimandunn · July 2013

Pick a few local dr. Then research them and their reviews

good luck and kudos on your journey !!

monjacq1964 · July 2013

i had Weight loss surgery two years ago, and I am on a WLS forum, where many people have had this surgery (mostly in ontario). I could direct you to some resources, if you like (even in the states). PM me, and i'll let you know.

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