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Choco Taco
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Your skin doesn't look that loose to me. It looks like normal skin. Based on those 2 pictures, I don't think you need surgery.
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LikeOMGwhatev
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I guess I need to take better pictures. It's pretty bad -- about 8 lbs of excess skin and it causes irritation. Not to mention it looks like I'm a lot bigger than I actually am.
It was hard to show the extent of the skin while holding a camera at the same time.
I think you look pretty great in those shots too but I know some people who have to get those belly bands just so they can put on pants easier 
For them they feel pretty good but they want to be able to wear a bikini without being so self conscious about it. Your legs look nice and toned though and that pink jacket is really cute! My legs are only shorts worthy if I get down to 130-125 otherwise they are only long pants worthy which makes summers sooo hot
For them they feel pretty good but they want to be able to wear a bikini without being so self conscious about it. Your legs look nice and toned though and that pink jacket is really cute! My legs are only shorts worthy if I get down to 130-125 otherwise they are only long pants worthy which makes summers sooo hot
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LikeOMGwhatev
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I guess it really doesn't look that bad in pictures but I can grab a handful of skin everywhere on my stomach/legs. My upperback is pretty bad as well. Like I said, I'll try to get better pictures -- & an update when I go to my consultation on Tuesday!
Another thing, is I've done SO much work & I'd like to be able to feel comfortable in tighter shirts/clothes in general. It's like I went backwards after losing a bit more weight because now I'm so self-conscious about my excess skin.
Thanks for all the support/encouraging words everyone! They mean so much!
Another thing, is I've done SO much work & I'd like to be able to feel comfortable in tighter shirts/clothes in general. It's like I went backwards after losing a bit more weight because now I'm so self-conscious about my excess skin.
Thanks for all the support/encouraging words everyone! They mean so much!
cduebelhoer
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Thanks for your kind words, you are a motivation seeing how sexy you have become
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LikeOMGwhatev
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Thanks for your kind words, you are a motivation seeing how sexy you have become
Working on it! Haha, but seriously if I can do it -- you can do it! How's your weight loss coming?
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LikeOMGwhatev
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It won't shrink back any -- I've lost over 120 lbs and for my skin to even look half as good as it does now is probably due to my age and weight lifting. The doctor said I have at least 8-10 lbs of excess skin -- that much skin won't shrink back up no matter how long I wait. (It's also been 1+ year for losing 100 lbs and only have lost the remaining bit these last few months.)
Thanks for the suggestion though! I wish I didn't have to have surgery -- trust me! I don't want to have to deal with the scars/pain/time off ect. of having a major surgery but I'd like to get down to the size I've worked so hard for.
Karma Shane
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amazing transformation, well done
Monster2
New member
Really? Is this considered a "major surgery" ???Thanks for the suggestion though! I wish I didn't have to have surgery -- trust me! I don't want to have to deal with the scars/pain/time off ect. of having a major surgery but I'd like to get down to the size I've worked so hard for.
Indeed. They have to remove the skin...it leaves a scar.
shawnnam
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Yes, and when people have to get a lot of skin removed from all around the abdomen and back it can be one of the most dangerous surgeries you can pursue.
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LikeOMGwhatev
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It's a major surgery considering what I am getting done: I am getting a full-body --
"Often after massive weight loss or childbirth, excess skin remains on the body; body lift surgery is a form of plastic surgery used to shape extra skin. There are three primary forms of the surgery available. The upper body lift focuses on all areas above the waistline, while the lower lift shapes from the stomach to the hips and thighs. A full body lift consists of both upper and lower lifts. Regardless of what form of body lift you receive, it is a major surgery; therefore, several factors must be taken into consideration."
So, yeah, it really is a major surgery.
"Often after massive weight loss or childbirth, excess skin remains on the body; body lift surgery is a form of plastic surgery used to shape extra skin. There are three primary forms of the surgery available. The upper body lift focuses on all areas above the waistline, while the lower lift shapes from the stomach to the hips and thighs. A full body lift consists of both upper and lower lifts. Regardless of what form of body lift you receive, it is a major surgery; therefore, several factors must be taken into consideration."
So, yeah, it really is a major surgery.
ralucax
New member
Ok, so .. moment of truth:
In the beginning of 2011 I thought this was the year I was gonna lose weight.
On 5th of January I started searching of ways, methods and advice for losing weight.
On January 9th I discovered something that blew my mind: YOU.
On January 10th I began my diet.
So here I am, 12th Of February, 11 lbs lighter and going for my goal.
You rock, girl ! .. someday .. I´ll rock too !
In the beginning of 2011 I thought this was the year I was gonna lose weight.
On 5th of January I started searching of ways, methods and advice for losing weight.
On January 9th I discovered something that blew my mind: YOU.
On January 10th I began my diet.
So here I am, 12th Of February, 11 lbs lighter and going for my goal.
You rock, girl ! .. someday .. I´ll rock too !
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LikeOMGwhatev
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Ok, so .. moment of truth:
In the beginning of 2011 I thought this was the year I was gonna lose weight.
On 5th of January I started searching of ways, methods and advice for losing weight.
On January 9th I discovered something that blew my mind: YOU.
On January 10th I began my diet.
So here I am, 12th Of February, 11 lbs lighter and going for my goal.
You rock, girl ! .. someday .. I´ll rock too !
Oh my goodness! 11lbs already down -- WAY TO GO! That's awesome! I'm glad that seeing my post helped you start your diet! Good luck chica! Soon we'll both be at our goal weights!
like....OMG!....kicks butt at weight loss!
ralucax
New member
You kick butt too Mr. Spark. 
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You´re like my idol girl. I´m always thinking to myself: "See, it can be done!". It keeps me motivated. You´re a huge inspiration and you should be really proud of yourself (im guessing you already are). See you when I drop some more enemy pounds, chica
!!
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You´re like my idol girl. I´m always thinking to myself: "See, it can be done!". It keeps me motivated. You´re a huge inspiration and you should be really proud of yourself (im guessing you already are). See you when I drop some more enemy pounds, chica
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Tik
New member
WOW! Your progress is AMAZING!
You were beautiful then, and you're just stunning now!! Congrats on your hard work!
It's people like you, and your success, that remind people like me- that we can do it! Your motivation is killer!
I'mma go do some sit ups just so I can be a tiny bit closer to my goal
You were beautiful then, and you're just stunning now!! Congrats on your hard work!
It's people like you, and your success, that remind people like me- that we can do it! Your motivation is killer!
I'mma go do some sit ups just so I can be a tiny bit closer to my goal