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Hi everyone. It's been awhile since I posted. My left leg that I had Sapl suction on is doing GREAT. I just had my right leg done 3 days ago. This time I was awake. Doctor decide to do Tumescent water surgery this time. My leg is doing fantastic but a little sore. I am beyond happy. My goal in next 6 months is to wear boots again. I have no doubt that I will. The first surgery on left leg reduced my weight by 17 lbs. The current surgery should result in about another 16 to 18 lbs. Needless to say my balance is better. My back isn't being thrown out as much either. Will keep everyone posted in a few weeks. I'm one happy person. I will talk with anyone who wants more information.

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Lynora

What fantastic news! I’m so happy for you xxxx

(A 40 yr old client of mine had similar surgery, then blew £1000 on a selection of boots and shoes - 4 yrs later, still looks fab and still wears the boots!)

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Trysha1

Hi snaomi.

Where did you have your sapl done?

I’m getting self funded sapl in Oxford next year.

I had lva surgery in 2014.

I have residual fatty tissue causing a 3 inch sIze difference in my calf. My right calf is 15 inches.

Needless to say it’s a daily torture.

Glad youre Doing well and looking forward to wearing 👢. As am I.

I know it’s a brutal operation and there is a lot of recovery time.

It’s all I can look forward to at the minute. 😊

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Snaomi in reply toTrysha1

Hi Trysha1

My surgeries have been done by Dr. Granzow. I live in the USA . Dr. Granzow lives in southern Ca. If you are interested in the REAL recovery I would be happy 5o tell you how it feels on both legs. You can email me at 3daughtersranchat gmail.com. all my best to youi.

Sharon

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Trysha1 in reply toSnaomi

Hi Sharon. Thank you so much. Will email you today. 😊xxx

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3daughtersranchat@gmail.com

Hi Sharon. Is this the correct address?

Just emailed you but it’s returning the mail. 😊

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Trysha1 in reply toTrysha1

Hi Sharon. Here’s my email.

Pjhoey@btinternet.com

If you get a chance drop me a line. Would love to hear of your SAPL experience. 😊xxx

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Snaomi in reply toTrysha1

So sorry, misspelled my address. It is. 3daughtersranch@gmail.com

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Snaomi in reply toTrysha1

I received your email. I will email you back a little while.

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Snaomi in reply toTrysha1

I emailed you just a few minutes ago. I also wanted to tell you that my recovery wasn't near as brutal as I thought it would be. There are moments but overall not bad.

Thanks Sharon for your feedback. So fabulous that you have improved so much. Also good to hear about Dr Granzow - he certainly has a good reputation as being a great lymphoedema surgeon in the USA. Wonderful to hear it from one who truly knows, from personal experience. Blessings to you.

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Snaomi in reply toChocolate-e-clare

Thank you

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Tine64

That is great news!

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DeadfootMo

Fabulous news and I hope you manage to get into the boots you want.

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Snaomi in reply toDeadfootMo

Thank you. I think I will.

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lovesradio

Thrilled for you honey xx

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Snaomi in reply tolovesradio

Thank you

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Maggymo

Wow Snaomi that is wonderful news. Very happy for you and thank you for sharing this update as it is very encouraging and gives hope to many of us. 🤗

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