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What is this thing in my armpit? :O
General ReconstructionApril: large axillary mass appears on right. After 2 failed derm visits-went to my PC. Exam, mammo, MRI-, no COVID vax prob. It's causing tingling in my hand. I am no stranger to plast surg & know this is a dangerous area for surgery. How do I find someone truly qualified & willing to take on something like this? TY
Can body shape beat out BMI?
PanniculectomyI'm 5'5", 375 lbs. Lost over 100 lbs 5 years ago, approved for a medically necessary panniculectomy & maintained my weight at 350 lbs for that time. High A1C disqualified me, A1C is now under control. 'Apron' is so large, I can't step onto a curb without help. New physical limitations, starting to gain weight. Have been working with a dietitian. Just want to not hurt & improve life. HELP?!
What type of permanent procedure?
Chemical Peels, IPL, Fractional CO2 Laser TreatmentsI am not a fan of injectables, have been using retinol for a little bit, but it seems to make it worse. I would like to get rid of the crow’s feet, that appear when I smile, and also the wrinkling underneath my eyes. I really don’t have an issue with any other part of my face, but it’s my eyes.
What is this thing in my armpit? :O
General ReconstructionApril: large axillary mass appears on right. After 2 failed derm visits-went to my PC. Exam, mammo, MRI-, no COVID vax prob. It's causing tingling in my hand. I am no stranger to plast surg & know this is a dangerous area for surgery. How do I find someone truly qualified & willing to take on something like this? TY
Can body shape beat out BMI?
PanniculectomyI'm 5'5", 375 lbs. Lost over 100 lbs 5 years ago, approved for a medically necessary panniculectomy & maintained my weight at 350 lbs for that time. High A1C disqualified me, A1C is now under control. 'Apron' is so large, I can't step onto a curb without help. New physical limitations, starting to gain weight. Have been working with a dietitian. Just want to not hurt & improve life. HELP?!
What type of permanent procedure?
Chemical Peels, IPL, Fractional CO2 Laser TreatmentsI am not a fan of injectables, have been using retinol for a little bit, but it seems to make it worse. I would like to get rid of the crow’s feet, that appear when I smile, and also the wrinkling underneath my eyes. I really don’t have an issue with any other part of my face, but it’s my eyes.
What is this
Chin SurgeryHi, I have a really weird shaped lip and chin. Why is there this space between my lip and chin. It looks like a line that separates my lip and chin and I hate how it looks. Is there a surgery to fix this? Lip surgery? Or do I have to get chin surgery to fix it. Can anyone tell me what it is? I want a permanent fix. Is it a mental crease? Please tell me solutions to get rid of this space.
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