i would recommen liposuction just for the fact that it is pain full and there is side effects to it i would rather be on a diet and exercise program then have liposuction but if u have ne questions feel free to send me a message

I don't think that lipo is l bad. I worked my way down from 210lbs to 150lbs....but now I am back up to 172lbs....I will have work done once I work my way down to 150lbs again, because of my one problem area my stomach. I changed my eating habits and worked out for many years to be were I am today. I must say it feels good that I worked most of it off myself, but sometime you just need help. By me doing it on my own I know what I need to do to keep it off and I feel great that I worked this hard and kept it up for almost 4 years now. But I still can not show off my stomach or wear low cut shirt and I would like to do that sometime before I die or have kids....What I don't believe in is someone using lipo as their first avenue....I have seen women who weigh well over 300lbs doing lipo and I know the doctor should have told them to go to the gym, before seeing me. They are lazy and will gain it right back, because they lack the discipline to maintain.

Hello all. I had liposuction about 2 years ago. I weighed 140 at the time and now i weigh 118 and i am now wearing a size 5. I am a big chicken and i have to tell you it did not hurt at all. I was surprised. But i also followed all my docs directions. I would do it again in a heart beat. But some of you are right. You do have to maintain your weight afterwards and excercise or it will come back. I hope that has answered some of your questions about it. Good luck

Thisis the extent of my vast lipo knowledge- I do know that although you may LOOK better you will NOT be more healthy because the dangerous fat around your organs is still there.

They (who are THEY anyway?) say that the way to good health is to reduce the size of the fat cells, not the amount of them.

I thought that lipo was supposed to shape the body and not be used as a methood of weight loss.

That said, I can't say I disagree with lipo for spot reduction after you have lost weight and toned everythign else up (ie. genetically big body areas that stay big after you have lost weight like J Lo's booty, or that stomach pooch or big hips).

I'd just have a hard time spending thousands to lose 2 pounds of stomach fat.

Does liposuction hurt? Yes!!! I had mine done today and the doctor and patient reports that I read elsewhere said that it could be controlled with Extra Strength Tylenol. No way!!! I had to take my Tylenol #3 much before I was supposed to by prescription and I'm still having tons of pain whenever I get up. The freezing does NOT last very long and the bandages/compression garments make it very hard to breathe normally. So... think twice when the doctor or someone else who had it in the past say it's minor pain (remember, we forget how bad the pain was when it passes).

Would I not have had it? Well, ask me in a couple of weeks (or months according to some estimates of healing)! But, no, even now when I'm in pain, I'm happy I did it. I think some of the people on this list are very naive or have never had weight problems themselves. It is NOT just a matter of exercise and diet... I exercise regularly and am actually at the lower end of the weight range for my height... but my 'tummy' will just never go away... to the extent that I am constantly conscious of that area of my body and shy away from certain clothes (any bathing suits, certain dresses, etc) because of it. So, please, unless YOU'VE been there, don't comment on something you know nothing about!!!

Thanks for sharing your story. I've always been curious about the procedure. I personally wouldn't go there because I'm afraid of the pain, and my friend has a dent in her butt (from getting the fat sucked out) that is now permanent, but I totally understand what you are saying. You had a specific area that wouldn't budge and wanted to get rid of it. I hope it worked for you. I'm really curious to see how your progress goes with that. Do check back and let us know the results.

And who are you? A doctor? Stop scaring people like that. I think even if the operation is painful, what is more painful is the psychological aspect. Knowing the risks of a liposuction, you can be scared of dying. Being cheated by a diet pill makes you feel stupid for having fallen for that etc. so being afraid is absolutely normal an you can't have a lipo if you're afraid to do so! Just talk to your doctor. He'll know how to comfort you! Otherwise waking up slim is worth the pain I think

Hello everyone. Liposuction helps some people. I don't think that we should critisize the methods of each other. Sure, I can say that I would rather run to get to my target weight, but that does not mean that I should discourage or make someone else feel bad that they want to get liposuction. Some of the stuff we say could hurt someone's feelings.

I would say do your homework on the procedure and possible doctors. Get pictures of work,check certifications, etc,.

I want a tummy tuck. I had a emergeny vertical c-section. I,m getting that fixed. You live once, and you deserve to be happy.

How are you feeling now that is done.

I have had lipo 10 days ago. My stomach, flanks and saddle bags did NOT respond to exercise and that was why I decided to have it done. I am still recovering, but so far am very happy with the results.
I have my story and many pics taken before during the procedure and after posted at (link removed)

I will be continuously updating the diary and pics for those who would like to know about lipo.

Brigitte

My mom recently had lipo done on her hips and thighs, because no matter how much she went to the gym (and she went at least 5 times a week) she couldn't get the fat in those areas off.
She said that the recovery did hurt, and it was painful to walk or do anything much about a month after, but now it's fine. Apparently, the doctor said that everyone's reaction is different. He had some patients that were back on their feet and active as ever just a couple of days after the surgery, while some others could take up to 6 months to recover completely.
I myself would rather lose weight by exercising and eating right, but I don't think liposuction is such a bad idea, especially when your body refuses to respond to regular exercising and/or dieting.

i think lipo will be good for those looking for a quick fix solution or those who have exhausted all options.

I am too afraid of the thought of someone cutting me open to ever go through something like that. I would rather lose weight and slim down the old fashion way.

Hey Carla,
Lipo does not hurt. You are out when they are doing it. I had a tummy tuck with lipo and it does not hurt during. After the TT, it was very painful recovering. I am one year out now. The fat has not returned in those places that was sucked out. I am very glad that I had it done. But I did not realize the pain that recovery would be.

I agree with you absolutely. But you dont want that thing sitting in your lap or you dont want to be carrying it around like another child hanging low in front of you if you can help it. Having good self esteem is a part of health and wellness. Some folk change it, some choose not to.