I had my reversal and hernia repair done 24 months ago. I now have what I call a Buddha tummy. Where the stoma was is now healed, but still red, probably due to the fact that it's at my waist. While the incision is a little lighter than before, it's still quite visible. I can't lose the tummy. I've been doing Weight Watchers since January but only managed to lose 10 lbs. I do 2 to 3 miles on the treadmill at 3 to 3.5 mph daily and have been going to a trainer for 3 weeks now. Nothing, no change. The area above my waist is what bothers me. I almost look pregnant, okay, I DO LOOK PREGNANT. I'm at the same weight I was prior to the first surgery, but my body seems to have changed. Does anyone have the same problem areas after their reversal? Because of the problems I had between the 2 surgeries, and there were many including a hernia, could that be delaying my losing the fat? I'd love some input. HELP!
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