I am 6 weeks post tummy tuck, 360 lipo and gynecomastia grade 2 surgery. After all the hardwork and consistency i was able to maintain my weight and had my surgery now. My next aim would to be build abs. Can any one suggest how long did it take you to build muscle post a tummy tuck procedure? i am hoping it would be easier than before as i have had my excess skin and the extra fat removed now from my body.
I am 5 weeks and 3 days post-op for my tummy tuck. I had a tummy tuck, 360 liposuction and a chest lift. I didn't eat anything for two days after the surgery. From the third day i started to have some food. From the second week i was eating the whole world, knowing that I may ruin my results and the effort that I put for so many years. I had to control my cravings, and it has been all good. But now after 5 weeks post-op, my cravings have started to come back, I feel. Yesterday, I had two croissants, fruits, and a whole dessert! I just couldn't stop myself! I do have a strong willpower, but I just couldn't control it yesterday. Is it okay to have the craving come back? I thought i was slowly getting back to my regular food routine. Please advise.
The cravings post op is REAL!! After how many days/weeks post-op will the cravings reduce? I am worried that I may gain all the weight that I had lost before the surgery. I know the body requires enough protein to heal. I have read that there is a requirement for 100-120 grams of protein each day, but I am certain that I am getting more than that. I am only eating clean protein (chicken and eggs) and fruits (bananas). A lot of bananas!
I am 3 weeks and 2 days after my operation. I have been wearing compression garments since the second day post op, and my results have been good. Slight swelling is still present in the lower abdomen and groin area. I was instructed by my doctor to wear the compression garment for 6 weeks. The only thing I'm worried about is whether there will be more swelling after 6 weeks when I stop wearing the compression.