Has anyone out there had a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) and if so what were your results?
396823
A friend of mine did. She has a huge scar across her lower belly (which she can hide under a bathing suit), had painful complications (blood drainage issues, I think) and couldn't work out for like a month.
176231
I sympathize with you because I was in the same situation.All i can advice you is to go for daily walks, push-ups for the arms, sit-ups or crunches for the abdominal(stomach area)If you keep to it you'll see results in a couple of days or weeks depending your metabolism(also what you eat..watch those french-fries!)
415874
per area like abdomen about $2,500-$3,500.......i had it done but don't recommend it unless you are active and have your diet under control.  otherwise you will gain the weight back in your problem areas.  everything boils down to proper diet and regular exercise.
1184900
yes, i had this done 4 years ago, and have never regreted it for one moment!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  i was very sick with diabetes and hypertension; left the hospital after the procedure and have never been diabetic since.  lost 100 pounds.  then had my tummy tuck with 16 more pounds off.  i have never felt better in my life.  my stomach tells me when to quit eating.  have never gained any back.  i am very active, horsebackride, and am happy as a clam!   visit with your surgeon to see if this is the right solution for you.  many things are taken into accout.  but for me, it was the right solution!
139299
I had it done back in the 1990's and it's a simple operation.  Three small cuts are made and one small cut at the bellybutton.  I do not know what the doctor did during the surgery, but recover was a snap and my scars are so small and so far down below the panty line, they can't be seen.  I'm glad I had it done.
566751
Sounds great. However, I know a friend of mine eventually had surgery for breast reductuion (shame), because it was troubling her. I think she had back aches, but I am not sure - also don't really know what size she was.
401272
yes, i did, but i also stopped drinking alcohol. So maybe the answer is no. All i do is crunches and push ups, and i lost about two inches around my waist. You also have to eat right. Good luck.
933685
I HAD A STOMACH SURGERY!!
771404
I'm going to have this done in January.  My youngest child is 11 and even though I weigh 129 pounds, I have a roll of skin on my abdomen.  I have not been able to wear sexy panties and I feel self-conscious about it.\n\nI made an appointment and saw the plastic surgeon, which is what you will need to do.  I had three C-sections and all of the scars have healed up beautifully, so I am not too concerned about a scar, although it will go from hip to hip.\n\nInfection is apparently the major concern and you need to be extremely careful post-operatively.  As for pain, there will be some, I know, but there are good pain medications available and I will just look forward to being one naked babe next summer.\n\nP.S:  I'm getting a breast augmentation/lift too!
490484
I know a couple of women that have had the surgery.  They are all doing fine, with the exception of minor problems. stomach cramps, tiredness, and hair loss
890318
hi i have never had surgery to my brest but have had extensive ops on legs and also to the abdomen and bladder my stitches did not hert  when they came out just pulled a bit. my mum also had a mastectomy and reconstructive surgery and said it was fine but i think it depends on the individual try deep breathing if it is bothering you \n\ngood luck
407545
Congratulations on losing the weight. \n\nI had the abdomnioplasty done back in 2002.  Given the choice over again...I would not. \n\nI had some internal bleeding, that had to be reopened, and spent another week in the hospital, now, I have an incision from hip to hip...and an indented scar tissue over my belly. \n\nI would opt to do it via exercise.  Be proud of your accomplishment of losing the weight.  Skin is elastic...exercise and time, will make it tight. \n\nThe risk was not worth it. \n\nGood luck.
770124
It hurts like somebody kicked you in the stomach, but only for a couple of days.\n\nThe drainage tubes don't hurt.  Gross, but painless.  \n\nMany of our "biggest losers" at Kimkins.com need tummy tucks after losing 100-200 pounds.  Stretch marks don't disappear and the skin remains saggy.  \n\nI had a tummy tuck also after losing 198 lbs.  It wasn't any worse than a c-section ... but you're a guy so I guess that doesn't apply. ;)
360865
Tuck your tummy at all times. Try tucking and releasing several times when you're sitting, and when you're walking keep it tucked and turn your waist slighty from side to side with every step.
656243
Isolation of tummy exercises won't resolve the issue. Most people carry weight around some part of their body. This happens to be your area. You are lucky cause you can hide it! I would suggest to reduce your fat and sugar intake cause that would assist with the diet. \n\nGo running twice a week for two hours. Do spin and boxing classes and refer to the website for some weight training and ab exercises: www.bodybuilding.com\n\nMake sure you eat all low fat low calorie dairy as well! Be persistent cause if you do you'll see the results. \n\nGoodluck!
979879
Have you tried the Ab Lounge? I had trouble losing fat in my belly until I used the Ab Lounge. I had trouble with my mid-belly and its gone. It is comfortable and works fast. I would do 20 to the front rotate 20 on both sides then back to 20 to the front 5 days a week. I notice results in two weeks and my belly was gone in 8 weeks don't remember if it was 5-8 weeks to get my belly flat.\n\nGood Luck!
613985
not sure but a friend of mine had it done two years ago in Louisville.\n\nShe lost a lot of weight but now she has sagging skin which is really gross and many medical problems. If you do have the surgery make sure you know all the risks involved before you change your life forever