Holy crap swell hell is no joke. Today has been the most uncomfortable I’ve been since the day before I had twins! I feel about as big, too. Only real pain is when I bend to either side, KNIVES I tell you! KNIVES!! My bruising is fading to that nice sickly green/yellow. Today I triedContinue reading “1 Week Post-Op, Surgery #1 Abs/Flanks”
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Well, that hurt
1day post op report. Spent most of the last 30 hours sleeping. And moaning in pain. I’ve been drinking lots of water and eating light meals. And crying a bit. Bathroom is the hardest part because it involves the most moving! Dr. Hagerty, Kaitlyn and Alyssa were nothing but pure kindness. I had a fewContinue reading “Well, that hurt”
12 Hours
I’m in Spokane Valley ready for my surgery with Dr. Hagerty tomorrow. Well, today, now!! Not particularly nervous, which is making me nervous… I’ve prepared and researched and read and re-read so I feel my expectations are realistic. I am ready to start my fat amputation! I also found Amy’s Donuts on my drive today.Continue reading “12 Hours”
Countdown
FIVE DAYS!! Surgery #1 is imminent! I had a great appointment with an incredible Vascular Surgeon today, Dr. Nicholas @ Vein Solutions (Maple Grove & Edina), to discuss my varicose vein that needs treatment prior to leg surgery. Hope you are sitting down… HE KNOWS DR. KAREN HERBST!! They volunteered in Honduras together. (OF COURSE)Continue reading “Countdown”
You Have Lipedema???
My new internet friend, Liz Couture AKA TFlex Couture, has made THE best video describing and explaining Lipedema. Love, Love, LOVE it. Watch it and show her some love! ( https://www.youtube.com/user/FractalPterodactyl/about )
Dogs!
20 days until my first surgery and I want to walk every day until then. We have two dogs & I’m horrible at taking them for walks. I feel guilty taking one at a time and if I take both chances are high they will either dislocate my shoulder or trip me!! But I LokiContinue reading “Dogs!”
All Vaxxed Up!
I had my second Pfizer vaccine today. What a relief! Arm is sore but feeling OK so far! I wanted to make sure I was fully vaccinated before traveling to Spokane in a month for my first surgery. I might have to take a break from some of the Facebook groups for a bit. WhileContinue reading “All Vaxxed Up!”
Diagnosis
“Have your legs always looked like that?” Seven words that changed my life. I had been seeing Dr. G. for awhile for weight loss. I’d been fairly successful with her help and medication. During a routine exam she looked and felt my lower legs. Both legs below the knee have an extra bump of fat.Continue reading “Diagnosis”
Orange Peel
Hiya #orangepeel !! Telltale sign of #lipedema with a varicose vein as the cherry on the cake of this disease. I had my first Lymphatic Drainage Massage today! Anyone else wear ankle socks exclusively? Gotta have my @bombas – they are the best!! #lipedemarevolution #lipedema #lipedmalegs #lipedemacommunity #lipedemareductionsurgery
Hiya!
First post! Hiya, I’m Amy from Minnesota. I have Lipedema. I was diagnosed a little over a year ago, at age 47. I was lucky enough to have a wonderful doctor who knew about Lipedema and recognized it in my legs. IT WAS A REVELATION! My disproportional bottom half (I call myself Beautifully Bottom Heavy),Continue reading “Hiya!”
Lipedema Revolution 