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SAPL surgery done.

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Hello to all. My surgery was done 2 days ago on my legs. Ubelievable how small it is. While it hurts, it's not so bad. Doctor sat he got 9 litters out of my leg. No wonder I had no energy with all that gunk and weight no on to recovery.

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Happy2015

So glad you're ok! Keep me updated on how you are! Xx

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Snaomi in reply toHappy2015

I will.

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Jennymary

I wish you a speedy recovery x

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Chrissie2

You must feel so much better with all that removed. Hope things continue to improve xx

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Lynora

Where did you have this done? 9 litres is life changing! Amazing!

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Snaomi in reply toLynora

Manhattan Beach CA. I do feel lighter. Still sore but definitely improving.

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angie10

Wow. What kind of surgery was it? and where did you have it done? Wishing you a recovery

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Lynora

(SAPL = Suction Assisted Protein Lipectomy)

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yorkiebee2

So pleased you are doing well and hope you continue to do so. 9 litres - wow! Take care, and keep us informed. Best of luck!

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lovesradio

So pleased for you darling, keep us updated!

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Snaomi in reply tolovesradio

I will definitely keep everyone posted as we need to share this info to help others make informed decisions

Bravo ! Such a big decision to make and I'm very pleased for you.

Wishing you a gentle recovery.

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patsy1702

Amazing news. Well done. Now you need to look after yourself in your recovery. Hope the pain is not too bad. Good thoughts coming your way and love for your recovery.

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Snaomi in reply topatsy1702

Pain isn't to bad. At least better than expected. Can to in recovery and started crying when I saw my leg. Tears of joy.

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Lynne-byn in reply toSnaomi

Ahhh hun so happy for you 😀💜

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blackcatolja in reply toSnaomi

Amazing. I am so happy you are filling better. I think we all would react the same. 😊

Can you tell me how much the surgery costs?

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Snaomi in reply toblackcatolja

The cost of the surgery for Hospital stay for 2 days, anesthesia, the surgeon was approximately $40,000 us dollars. This does not include where you will stay when you are recovering or your custom fit support garment.

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CCT67

Greats news that the op went well and you are recovering x

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Libmeg

So glad your op went well,amazing result you must be feeling so elated ,keep us posted as you recover. my op scheduled for the 27 march feeling encouraged by your post.wishing you a speedy recovery x

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Snaomi in reply toLibmeg

My husband and daughter are amazed at how small my leg is. I can see my knee cap now even though the leg is still swollen. I also have an amazing team of doctor. Nurse and therapist ect...I don't feel like I'm left out on my own to heal. Very happy. I will definitely keep everyone posted.

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Snaomi in reply toLibmeg

@Lindabell98 I know your surgery date is approaching and I just wanted to say best of luck to you. It is so worth it. Please let me know how you are doing. Xx

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Libmeg in reply toSnaomi

Thank you I will keep in touch with my progress

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Lynne-byn

I'm glad your on the road to recovery, keep us updated x

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Ginsing

What fantastic news. Wishing you well and a speedy recovery. Was it one leg 0r Two?. Take care Ginsing

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Snaomi

One leg right now. Will do the other in about 9 months to a year. It isn't as big as the one they just did.

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daveman

I went from Chicago to Dr. Granzow last month. I liked them and all but logistics and insurance have my skeptical. Im seeing Dr. Chen in Iowa next Monday. I am a candidate for the SAPL then the VLNT. I cant wait to discuss.

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Snaomi

Please let me know how you are doing. My surgery went well. I will be doing my other leg soon.

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Snaomi

Also what insurance do you have?

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daveman

I am going to have him perform SAPL on my leg Sept. 24. He will also have to remove skin and suture my whole leg.

How long was your recovery, and did you have to stay in the hospital at all?

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daveman

I will be having the SAPL surgery on Sept. 27

Did you have to stay in the hospital at all?

How long was the recovery?

Did you have any insurance problems?

Thank You

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Snaomi

Daveman I paid for surgery out of pocket. Was surprised when my secondary paid me back about a third of the amount a year later. I did not have any skin removal and for most part skin has receded back to normal except right at top of inside thigh. But not so much that it bothers me. I stayed in hospital for 3 days. Took me a month to the day to be able to get garments on by myself and then very gingerly. It has been a year and a half now and I am doing very well. My leg is still healing some on inside which I was told could take a year or 2. But overall no big deal. I am having my right leg done end of October. Slightly modified surgery but still SAPL. Good luck to you. Keep us all posted on your recovery.

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SometimesCrazy

Well how are you doing now? I found healthunlocked looking for information on multiple sclerosis which I have. Now I have lymphedema

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Snaomi

I am doing fantastic

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