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I need financial help to reconstruct a botched tummy tuck
Tummy TuckI had a tummy tuck about 20 years ago and it was botched... I have now been divorced for the past 4 years (not by choice) and I can't move on with my life. I don't like looking at myself in the mirror therefore I fear for my future. I tend to isolate myself from the world. I would like to have a chance at life again but the hideous scar that I was left with is holding me back.
4.5 months Post Op BA - left breast didn't drop
Breast AugmentationI had my BA surgery 4.5 months ago- smooth gummy bear implants 365 CC. My right breast dropped about 2 months ago but the left is still high, harder and feels very tight. Will it drop? What could be causing it from dropping? Is it too soon to have a 2nd surgery next month to fix only the left side?
Does my revision chin implant look normal?
Chin SurgeryI had a chin implant 7 weeks ago but it shifted, causing discomfort. The removal process was painful, and after getting a new implant, my chin looked larger. The surgeon explained that my jawbone's prominence caused the issue. I'm worried the implant has made my chin appear longer. I'm considering removal but concerned about potential effects. Can you provide your opinion based on the photos?
I need financial help to reconstruct a botched tummy tuck
Tummy TuckI had a tummy tuck about 20 years ago and it was botched... I have now been divorced for the past 4 years (not by choice) and I can't move on with my life. I don't like looking at myself in the mirror therefore I fear for my future. I tend to isolate myself from the world. I would like to have a chance at life again but the hideous scar that I was left with is holding me back.
4.5 months Post Op BA - left breast didn't drop
Breast AugmentationI had my BA surgery 4.5 months ago- smooth gummy bear implants 365 CC. My right breast dropped about 2 months ago but the left is still high, harder and feels very tight. Will it drop? What could be causing it from dropping? Is it too soon to have a 2nd surgery next month to fix only the left side?
Does my revision chin implant look normal?
Chin SurgeryI had a chin implant 7 weeks ago but it shifted, causing discomfort. The removal process was painful, and after getting a new implant, my chin looked larger. The surgeon explained that my jawbone's prominence caused the issue. I'm worried the implant has made my chin appear longer. I'm considering removal but concerned about potential effects. Can you provide your opinion based on the photos?
Implant still feels how it did before.
Breast Implant RevisionI got revision surgery after two years because I was feeling some very uncomfortable (not painful) movements in my left breast. Dr. said all he found was minimal scar tissue but replaced it anyways. I am here two months post op still feeling the same movement. I’m so frustrated and upset and don’t know what to do!! Will speak with Dr next but appreciate advice here as well. Thank you.
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Is there help for Lipedema
Thigh Liftam in CO and I have pretty severe Lipedema in my legs to the point I am having trouble walking. I am a SPED Paraeducator and I have 4 kids so I am on my feet a lot. I desperately need help. Is there any doctor willing to help me, I am truly scared about losing the use of my legs?
Lip scar tissue
General ReconstructionHello, I got bit in the face by a dog 6 months ago and had stitches for about a week. I now have a bump that seems to be scar tissue and I wanted some opinion on should I see a plastic surgeon for this, dermatologist, or what are my best options?
Nose has collapsed
RhinoplastyHi I’m a disabled veteran from the Air Force and also a single father of two amazing daughters 4 and 6 and recently my nose has collapsed I believe it’s from the nose spray that I’ve been using to breathe for the last 10 years.I had my nose broken in the military and they said they fixed it but it has always been problem and for the last 2 years I’ve been sick almost all the time.please help
Is there help for Lipedema
Thigh Liftam in CO and I have pretty severe Lipedema in my legs to the point I am having trouble walking. I am a SPED Paraeducator and I have 4 kids so I am on my feet a lot. I desperately need help. Is there any doctor willing to help me, I am truly scared about losing the use of my legs?
Lip scar tissue
General ReconstructionHello, I got bit in the face by a dog 6 months ago and had stitches for about a week. I now have a bump that seems to be scar tissue and I wanted some opinion on should I see a plastic surgeon for this, dermatologist, or what are my best options?
Nose has collapsed
RhinoplastyHi I’m a disabled veteran from the Air Force and also a single father of two amazing daughters 4 and 6 and recently my nose has collapsed I believe it’s from the nose spray that I’ve been using to breathe for the last 10 years.I had my nose broken in the military and they said they fixed it but it has always been problem and for the last 2 years I’ve been sick almost all the time.please help
2 years post surgery and I still jave prpblems
Breast Implant RemovalI had breast implant removal and an uplift over 2 years ago. I still jave fat necrosis on my left breast, this has reduced in size but is still quite big . it feels tender and painful and is affecting my mental health. I don't feel comfortable when being intimate with my husband is the fact that I still have this necrosis normal? should I have it removed?
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Rise Up | Emma Brown
Wednesday, May 1, 2024"I know what it feels like to be 'other' for something completely out of your control. I have a lot of empathy for what people are going through, and my experience set the foundation for being kind because people are just so mean and there's plenty of opportunity to be nice."
Rise Up | Cinde Dolphin
Thursday, February 29, 2024"I said, 'This is it. Cut that breast off. Get it off. Get rid of it.' At that point, I took a whole different perspective and had a 'bye-bye breast' party. I invited my friends over, and we saluted that breast for being there for as long as it had."
Rise Up | Aniela McGuinness
Friday, January 26, 2024"They ended up going in six times, and they just slowly cut off half of my nose. I remember calling my agent while I was in there going, 'I'm not going to be able to shoot next week because I have half a nose.'"
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