Hi folks,
As some will know from my posts I'm going to have a revision of my SRS. Dr Chett has agreed to do some running repairs to his previous excellent work. You may ask why if he did such an excellent job am I needing a revision? Some of the fault is mine because since all the swelling has gone down my skin wasn't elastic enough to tighten up fully and this is in addition to a problem Chett pointed out with my Clitoral Hood. He told me that he ran out of skin so I never got a full one :(
There have been plenty of threads giving details about SRS including mine but I've not seen one about the procedures involved in having a revision with Chett. My SRS was March 31st this year so when the revision is performed I'll be a little over 27 weeks post op. I thought I would do a thread and anyone who has experience of a revision who wants to add their knowledge can maybe make this a resource for those who in future may need a revision.
The problem with the loose skin was evident before I left Bangkok and at my post op consultation Chett was able to say he can easily fix it if I am ever in Bangkok and inform him in advance. At 4 months post op I sent him some photo's advising him I can if he agrees to do my revision be in Bangkok for as long as he needs around the middle of October. Som informed me Chett will do the revision so once I inform them of my arrival date in Bangkok they will schedule it. I scheduled my arrival and was told he will do the revision for free the following day. Some things to note here that can prove important. While the revision is free you will not be collected from the airport as you are with SRS but they will collect you from and return you to your hotel. You are asked to allow at least 10 days post op before returning home and as it turns out I am now in Bangkok for 18 days. (Oh the hardship of it being forced to stay in my favourite city for so long ;D ) To get around the airport collection you have some easy choices especially if you're going to be at Bangkok Rama, Hua Mak ARL station is really close by so is an option, You can get a taxi which I'm told is about 200 Baht or you can do as I did and contact the hotel and ask them for advice. Currently they are recruiting a driver and if one has been employed in time the hotel will give you complimentary airport transfers.
As of now Chett isn't saying what exactly he intends fixing until he has seen me so I am planning for all eventualities. I am expecting a local anesthetic and a fairly swift revision but if he has to do anything complicated to the clitoral hood that may change He has told me to stop my hormones 2 weeks before flying to Bangkok so I have stopped already. I have met one Chett patient who had a fairly similar revision and she had a catheter for 2 days so I'm anticipating something similar although being as my revision is a Thursday I may get one until the following Monday. I know my date but not what time my op will be as Som is expecting to e mail me information once Chett finalises his schedule.
So folks if you have revision related questions please feel free to ask them and I will endeavour to find the answer. I cannot obviously say if people need one or not but how it works and what level of after care you need and get I should be able to find out.
For any of you who are there at the same time as me I am willing to run small errands to TescoLotus while you're room bound. I'm going alone this time so I am anticipating a few excursions into Central Bangkok as Bernadette will be far far away and unable to stop me this time ;D
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Well there are photos of cases of srs at the website of Dr Chettawut.
Would it be possible to describe some kind of comparison in any way ?
hugs
Quote from: Laura_7 on September 15, 2015, 07:05:32 AM
Well there are photos of cases of srs at the website of Dr Chettawut.
Would it be possible to describe some kind of comparison in any way ?
hugs
Hi Laura :)
I am assuming you mean compare my current result to one on his website so people have an understanding of what he originally achieved? I shall look tomorrow morning and see what he has posted and see which one most closely matches mine.
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Quote from: SorchaC on September 15, 2015, 07:33:19 AMI shall look tomorrow morning and see what he has posted and see which one most closely matches mine.
Ooooh. Vagina Snap sounds like a fun game!
Quote from: StartingOver on September 15, 2015, 01:20:41 PM
Ooooh. Vagina Snap sounds like a fun game!
Yes it's a bit weird looking at other vaginas and trying to relate them to your own. Having had a look I believe mine doesn't resemble any of them. The closest could be number 2 but then I have allot more labia skin and a much larger clitoris but much less hood. Mine also seems to be shorter from top to bottom and I am slightly bigger framed than that lady seems to be so I am expecting Dr Chett to maybe have a bit more work than I thought :-\
Chett did say at the post op consultation that given the material he had to work with my result was about the best he's had but maybe he says that to make you feel good. I am sure I'll know allot more in 3 weeks time when Chett has a good look about
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
SorchaC, sorry to hear that you have to get revision. Hope your loose skin is fixed. Chet is famous for using skin from different part to create neo-vagina though. May be additional Vitamin or Collagen could help with your skin elastic. Anyway I live in Bangkok and not far from Chet's clinic. In case you need anyone for any issue during your trip back here. You can contact me. Good Luck
Quote from: SorchaC on September 15, 2015, 08:36:24 PM
Yes it's a bit weird looking at other vaginas and trying to relate them to your own. Having had a look I believe mine doesn't resemble any of them. The closest could be number 2 but then I have allot more labia skin and a much larger clitoris but much less hood. Mine also seems to be shorter from top to bottom and I am slightly bigger framed than that lady seems to be so I am expecting Dr Chett to maybe have a bit more work than I thought :-\
Chett did say at the post op consultation that given the material he had to work with my result was about the best he's had but maybe he says that to make you feel good. I am sure I'll know allot more in 3 weeks time when Chett has a good look about
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
As you describe it this should be a really good result.
Which should be even better after revision.
Well if he says so... given he has quite some experience... be happy :)
hugs and wish you much fun during your stay.
Maybe Naeree can show you or tell you about a few nice places... :)
Quote from: Naeree on September 16, 2015, 05:12:34 AM
SorchaC, sorry to hear that you have to get revision. Hope your loose skin is fixed. Chet is famous for using skin from different part to create neo-vagina though. May be additional Vitamin or Collagen could help with your skin elastic. Anyway I live in Bangkok and not far from Chet's clinic. In case you need anyone for any issue during your trip back here. You can contact me. Good Luck
Thank you Naeree :) I will try to enjoy myself and I'm sure there will be others at The Rama. If I am struggling for anything I will be sure to contact you. Likewise if you want a chat feel free to contact me :)
Quote from: Laura_7 on September 16, 2015, 05:30:17 AM
As you describe it this should be a really good result.
Which should be even better after revision.
Well if he says so... given he has quite some experience... be happy :)
hugs and wish you much fun during your stay.
Maybe Naeree can show you or tell you about a few nice places... :)
The few people who've either seem photo's or the real thing have been impressed with Dr Chetts work and I remain impressed. Although a revision is a further expense I am treating the trip as an excuse to have a bit of a holiday. I will behave and make sure whatever Chett does isn't damaged. I will ask him about what I can do to tighten my skin once he's done his work. I know he wants me to consider having abdomen sculpture as I do have excess body fat and loose tissue which he says needs more than liposuction but I am not in a position to fund such surgery and if I do become able I would likely have BA too but that's the future I guess :)
On another note. I have to praise Thim at Bangkok Rama she seems to be doing her best to help me not only with the Airport Transfers but I've asked her about the spa which the Rama used to have but is now permanently closed. She is fixing up an external massage person to come and sort me out and has also been good in helping me find a local Dentist to do some work in that department.
I'm excited about my trip as I know Chett will do more great work and the hotel will look after me if I ask for help. Further news to follow if anything of interest happens
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Well after a really eventful journey I've made it to the cottages. At this moment I still have no information about the revision except that I see Chett sometime Thursday, At least that was the plan last time I spoke to Som.
I will endeavor to learn more in the coming days then i can enlighten everyone :)
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
I finally got information about my pick up by Chetts driver. Not sure why but I am being collected at 8am. i am allowed a light breakfast no less than an hour before but as I have toilet difficulties I an refraining from foo until my op is over.
I should have allot more info about the revision and how Chett cares for you post revision after tomorrow.
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Sorcha - Hope it all goes well :)
Quote from: treeLB on October 07, 2015, 02:57:24 PM
Sorcha - Hope it all goes well :)
Thanks Tree :) I will do an update below :)
So the driver came at just before 8am and took me to Chetts place. After the paperwork was completed I was told to get naked and given a gown before being told to relax in the room Chett uses for recovery. Chett came in and did a quick consultation. He was impressed with how I've healed and said my dedication to dilation was awesome :)
After this I was taken to the theater where Chett did a pretty vigorous examination of everything. He was allot rougher than I've ever dared be but it wasn't painful. After this I was wash and then shaved before the anesthetic, Chett warned me I would feel a small pain and he was right. I had 4 injections on my right labia but once he began cutting I could feel it so he put in 2 more in and still I felt it but I told him to just do it anyway :) He then did my left one and I felt that as well :( I had 10 injections in total and I have to say what I felt was quite painful. A very sharp pain that went on for quite some minutes each cut.
After he got finished I was given a catheter and that hurt even more. I was then packed up and told no dilations now until Sri removes the packing and says it's ok. Overall Chett was as gentle as he could have been and was very sorry the anesthetic didn't really work but I don't think it was his fault. I've had problems with locals before.
I am now confined to quarters until further notice, The nurses will call in later and check I'm ok so overall I'm happy that I came and got this done and Chett and the nurses were very happy to see me again especially Noi who was hugging me and holding me as I went upstairs. She was also trying hard to comfort me during the pain.
Anyone who has any question feel free to ask :)
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Sorcha: So sorry for your pain. It's one thing to anticipate it & then experience it, on the other hand when you expect to be feeling nothing and then it hits you like a hot bullet it's got to be a really scary. Seems like he would have made some adjustments when he noticed your distress. I know I don't want to go there. Your a brave one.
Hugz,
Joi
Quote from: Joi on October 08, 2015, 11:59:02 PM
Sorcha: So sorry for your pain. It's one thing to anticipate it & then experience it, on the other hand when you expect to be feeling nothing and then it hits you like a hot bullet it's got to be a really scary. Seems like he would have made some adjustments when he noticed your distress. I know I don't want to go there. Your a brave one.
Hugz,
Joi
Thanks Joi :) When I first mentioned it he said it was just pressure but when he used something cold and I commented on how cold it was he realised I still had feeling and did 2 more injections. My eyes were covered to shield them from the lights so I couldn't see either just feel. He was very apologetic but I just wanted it to end so I said it's fine we'll just keep going. Noi was marvelous holding my hand at one point and stroking my face and neck :)
Currently I have pain where the injections took place but I have lot's of Tramadol, I am allowed up to 6 a day plus paracetamol as and when I need it. Standing is a challenge due to pain from feeling like I need to pee even though I have the catheter.
Sri and Noi checked me earlier and the outer packing will come off n the morning. There is a drain in there somewhere and if that is empty the catheter can come out too :) That would be welcome relief right now but I want this to be perfect so I'll stand a bit of pain
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Well Sri came a while back and removed the packing and 2 drains Chett had put in to help with swelling. I still have my catheter in until Monday but I can dilate again from today and shower from tomorrow :)
There is pain when I put pressure onto areas around my vagina or the bedsheets rub against where the drains came out. Sitting isn't fun but I have a new donut so that helps.
I had Sri take a photo and it looks red and angry with some bruising starting to come out. I am impressed by how good it looks so far though :)
Hugs
Sorcha ;D ;D
Here's today's daily update brought to you in association with Chettawut Plastic Surgery Center :) Over the weekend since the packing was removed I developed serious swelling and bruising. It got so bad that I was starting to pull on the stitches and fluid was oozing from between the stitches. I was becoming increasingly concerned that the anti biotic cloxacillin that Chett had prescribed seemed to be having no effect. One of the girls recovering here sent photo's to her nurse friend for advice on if I should push the panic button and ring Chett out of hours but we concluded I would wait until the scheduled visit this morning. Luckily I still had my medication chart from my SRS and I decided to adjust my medication and dosage to that level and type from my own stocks and added some ibuprofen. Woke this morning to less pain and swelling and no oozing. Bruising appears to be less also so I was happy.
Sri came and removed the catheter and seemed happy with my healing so approved the new regime for a few days at least after I showed her the photo's,
I am hoping I have broken it's back. I felt well enough to visit bootifulone in Chetts place this afternoon so that is encouraging. :)
I will post updates on the healing
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Wow! What a scary time for you. So glad it seems you have turned the corner on this. Prayers 4 U. Rest up and get your strength back
Hugz,
Joi
Quote from: Joi on October 12, 2015, 11:13:07 PM
Wow! What a scary time for you. So glad it seems you have turned the corner on this. Prayers 4 U. Rest up and get your strength back
Hugz,
Joi
I went on a bit of a mission on Monday night escorting one of the girls on a shopping trip to downtown Bangkok, It was her last night and she'd not seen anything of the city so I wanted her to take some memories home. Finished the night off with a wee drinkie 85 floors up The Baiyoke Tower. What a marvelous view.
Sri has reported that all my swelling has gone as has most of my bruising and the skin is starting to cover over the stitches :) Healing is going so well I have been able to nurse bootifulone since she arrived back here yesterday.
Thanks for the prayers and love sent to me, Being here alone this trip has made the small troubles seem allot bigger and the big troubles seem like Mt Everest but I think I'm winning now. There is still pain sometimes allot of it and other times I cannot feel anything, I have 10 more days here unless bootifulone needs me to extend my trip to continue nursing her so I hope to go home healed and rested.
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Hi Sorcha!
I have experienced some disturbing news from Dr. Chett. Would like to get your opinion. If you don't mind I'll send you a PM. It's rather long, but it needed to be.
Hugz,
Joi
Hope my answer was helpful to you :) Things will all work out for the best I am certain :)
Time for a new update from Bangkoks answer to Buttlins :) Sri says that the healing is coming along well, Nearly all bruising is gone, I am seeing some local swelling where the incisions are. It reminds me of when you have a large spot which is really red, under the skin you can feel a lump caused by your bodies defences trapping any infection and fighting it. With luck this will all be gone over the weekend.
Things are definitely allot better than they were Sunday night when I really thought I was going to have another meeting with Chetts scalpel :)
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Glad your feeling better & healing.
Yes! Your comments were well received. Thought I'd give myself about 24 hrs. before I responded to Chett. Need to let some of the "emotions' settle.
Hugz!
Good plan Joi :)
I only seem to have swelling immediately below the scars on either side of my vagina, Oddly considering that Chett did significantly more work on my right labia I have considerably more swelling on my left labia, I an not happy with the swelling however because it is hard, I am wondering if it may be scar tissue forming. I think I'll ask Sri tomorrow because if it is I should use massage to break it up I think.
More on this tomorrow
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Hi Folks,
Sorry I never updated sooner. The Lump as it's now known which has formed in the tissue below my left Labia got really sore and swollen, I did for a while get concerned, Sri said what most Chett girls will know to be her favourite saying "That normal" apparently Chett cut away some of my deep tissue and used layers of stitching below the skin which it's claimed is the reason for The Lump,
I cannot get a definitive answer from Chett as he's gone to Vietnam until next week. The first time off he's had for 10 years. This presented a problem for me as I was supposed to fly home on 24th (Saturday) I learned a valuable lesson though. While I saved money on my ticket using a web agent because I've had to amend it it has cost me more. Qantas charged me 1500 baht (AU$60) to change the ticket but Webjet only had more expensive Flexi Business available despite a saver fare being available on Qantas website. Total cost to change AU$478 Lesson being book direct and save money on amendments :)
Now my next tribulation of this trip, I have a loose front crown which I always intended to fix over here. Apparently it is also infected and needs removing so with the help of 2 lovely Susan's members I think I have got leads but it isn't cheap.
All in all healing wise I have no bruising at all now which Sri said is really quick healing, The Lump is going soft but is still painful and if it wasn't for the tooth and Bootifulone still needing me I'd sooner be going home tomorrow but hey thanks to the tooth I get another trip to Bangkok in 6 months :)
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
I was right on. You've really had your hands full.
Crowns can be a real pain in the butt. I've got a few. We've got some pretty crooked dentist "franchises" here in the USA. If you let them, they will soak you for every penny they can. Went to one a few yrs. back and after the exam they said one of my gold crowns had a hole in it and needed to be replaced. I didn't take the hook and never went back. Five yrs. later, the next time I went to a dentist, asked about the "hole" in the crown, he said there wasn't one. From now on, I will always get a 2nd opinion on any dental work.
Hope the rest of your stay is pleasant!
Is bootiful one doing better?
Hugz,
Joi
Went to another Dentist today. It's going to be a pretty expensive affair this tooth business. This Dentist was Thai unlike the previous one, She was cute too ::) After a very long discussion we developed a plan and I left pretty sure what I wanted to do. Then the more I thought about it the more concerned I became that I was about to waste AU$6000 when return flights are taken into consideration just to fix one tooth, I was going to be left with a missing front tooth for 6 months and no back teeth at all putting all the strain when eating onto some less that perfect teeth and 4 18 year old crowns, I concluded there is a high % chance of one of the crowns giving way making another 6K needing to be spent. There is an almost certain probability that I am going to need top and bottom full sets of implants in the next 3-4 years so it makes sense to save my cash now and just do the full set as soon as possible.
I know this isn't a dental thread but this is a further extension of the nightmare this trip has turned into. I wanna go home I think :'(
The Lump continues to be present and is at times painful but it's not hindering me getting about Bangkok pretending I know where I'm going ;D
Quote from: Joi on October 23, 2015, 02:11:28 PM
Is bootiful one doing better?
Hugz,
Joi
She's being a real trooper and getting on with recovery :) She's even made it to Breakfast in the hotel restaurant :) I know 2 weeks post op that's pretty standard stuff but I like to encourage people to believe they are doing well :)
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Hi Sorcha,
Did you extend your trip? I am curious, if you are still at the Rama Hotel can you PM me? I just arrived today for my Op on the 28th and it would be kinda nice to chat with someone -- anything to belay my nerves. :)
- Roxi
Sent you a PM Roxette and yes I am still here :)
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Well folks an update.
The Lump remains and seems unwilling to leave, Sri has stopped calling it normal but that could be after I accidentally let slip a subconscious thought. She was answering questions from Bootifulone and i had just done dilating with number 4 so i let slip accidentally I swear, "If you dare say normal one more time I'll hit you with this dilator" Thank God she laughed because I was only teasing. Yesterday she it me playfully twice so I am sure she got the joke.
I see Dr Chett tomorrow and he best not say normal either ;D
I think I must have some kind of jinx, I met Roxette Sunday morning and within 20 minutes of me going in her cottage she e mailed Som and asked to be moved!!!! The nurses took her to The Vertical Suites Monday Morning, Moral is Sorcha is scary :o :o :o :o
More after my Chett visit
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Still praying 4 U!
Hugz,
Joi
Quote from: Joi on October 27, 2015, 12:34:32 AM
Still praying 4 U!
Hugz,
Joi
Thanks Joi. It must be working because everyone is being real nice to me :)
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Hi folks :)
Well I finally saw Dr Chett again today ;D I've concluded that whatever people think of his technique or his Surgery Center, You'd be pretty hard pressed to dislike him as a person. Upon arrival there this morning all the staff treated me like a returning hero. Chett himself came in the operating room full of warm smiles and warmly shook my hand. We chatted about his vacation before he inspected his work. He seemed genuinely pleased with how well I have cared for it and how it now looks. I think the bashing over the head with the dilator threat got all the way to Chett as he used the word natural not his usual normal ;D ;D He thinks When fully healed it will be beautiful and natural. Of course no post surgery meeting was ever going to take place without a discussion about The Lump. He told me when the stitches dissolve fully it will disappear completely. I am willing to trust his judgement for now as he is the surgeon not me. If he's wrong I know where he lives ;D
We then discussed what I believe will be my next surgical procedure after my teeth, I want a tummy tuck and BA, Tummy Tuck he said he is willing to do and if need be when all the skin is in place another touch up. The BA he thinks I need 600 CC implants :o :o :o :o I am already a C Cup so only God knows how big I will end up if I let Chett do that ???
I don't know if I will ever return to Chett as by the time Bernadette is in a position for SRS there could be a totally different landscape in SRS Surgeons. I am certain for all of you who are to see Chett in the future, You will be in good hands.
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
One of my last updates on this because things have got to the point where returning home is imminent.
Sri comes to see me tomorrow for the last time because on Saturday she has arranged for me to see a local dentist in a nearby hospital, I fly home Sunday evening bringing to a close a truely different experience. One I will never forget.
Healing is still taking place but I am able to get about pretty much as normal (oops I mean natural) The main hindrance now is my left big toe which is seriously swollen and bruised since I slipped over last night and banged the toe into the wall. I am not entirely convinced I haven't broken it.
Quote from: Laura_7 on September 16, 2015, 05:30:17 AM
Maybe Naeree can show you or tell you about a few nice places... :)
Well in private Naeree has been a big help to me in the dental search. Today I finally got to meet her and we spent about 7 hours chatting and getting to know each other. I highly recommend that if you are coming to Bangkok and want a friend to chat to you contact her. She knows allot of stuff about this city and is really lovely too. I am really pleased I got the chance to meet her and spend the time together
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Quote from: SorchaC on October 29, 2015, 01:12:48 PM
Well in private Naeree has been a big help to me in the dental search. Today I finally got to meet her and we spent about 7 hours chatting and getting to know each other. I highly recommend that if you are coming to Bangkok and want a friend to chat to you contact her. She knows allot of stuff about this city and is really lovely too. I am really pleased I got the chance to meet her and spend the time together
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
It was fun and really nice to get to know you. And to see you help and look after other girls while you are here is really great! And I would love to meet you again ^___^
Quote from: Naeree on November 01, 2015, 09:46:58 AM
It was fun and really nice to get to know you. And to see you help and look after other girls while you are here is really great! And I would love to meet you again ^___^
I think we know the answer to that one ;D ;D
When I had my SRS in March my partner was there and so I had only recovery to concern myself with because I was banned from doing anything else. I think when you receive help you return it, In time I will do for Bernadette what she did for me, This time I promised Bootifulones boyfriend I'd send her home as well recovered as she could be and I think I kept my promise ;D I tried to help Roxette too but I scared her out the hotel ;D ;D ;D ;D No seriously we chat on messenger so I think it really was the poor internet that drove her out.
So now I am back in Sydney doing dilation and I thought it could be a good time to pass on some observations for those who will be heading to Chett for surgery.
The Rama is it is slowly deteriorating in quality. The Internet was very shaky and unreliable. As mentioned above it was the reason Roxette moved hotel. One fix for this would be to purchase a Thai sim card for your phone, I paid 1043 Baht and got 12GB of data as well as some SMS and call minutes. This was a 30 day plan, If the data was used up you continue to get data but at a very reduced speed. For most people unless you're streaming video or movies like Netflix for example 12GB is ample. The advertised cable TV isn't available currently, The Spa and Massage offered is permanently closed and only one washing machine for laundry is operational. Another thing I really do advise people prepare for is the hard mattress's. You can buy a Picnic mattress at Tesco Lotus for between 300 and 1400 Baht, This significantly improves things. The Hotel staff are excellent and the quiet ambiance in the Soi where the cottages are is great for recovering patients. The social aspect at The Rama is a compensation but having stayed there twice now and noticing the deterioration in facilities I wonder how long before the social aspect is effected by people choosing one of Chetts other options? I doubt I'll stay there again, I've seen inside The Vertical Suites and even have a low quality video I need to edit showing exactly how nice that place is ;D
Overall I met some great folk and Chett improved the asthetics of my Vagina so mission accomplished. If any of you have any detailed questions feel free to PM me and I'll answer if I can
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Good that you are back home and safe Scorcha, your information is interesting to read just from the standpoint of learning how things are elsewhere. I'm sure everyone that's either choosing a surgeon or decided on Chett appreciates it.
Quote from: Serenation on November 03, 2015, 09:25:29 PM
Good that you are back home and safe Sorcha, your information is interesting to read just from the standpoint of learning how things are elsewhere. I'm sure everyone that's either choosing a surgeon or decided on Chett appreciates it.
Thank you for the lovely comments, If I can ever help people I try to do it.
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Hello SorchaC,
I was getting sore just reading your ordeal. Very glad all is finally well with you.
I am scheduled for SRS/BA with Dr. Chett in June of this coming year and have recently become concerned as to whether I have chosen the right surgeon. Joi asked about your thoughts on Dr. Chett and you sent her a PM in response. I am really, really interested in your response to her. Would you mind sharing that response with me?
I thought I had vetted Dr. Chett well, but I just ran across a web site for "Victums of Dr. Chettawut". Needless to say it kind of scared me.
Your thoughts?
Thank you,
Stephanie
Hi Stephanie :)
I have gone on record as saying how highly I regard Dr Chett, He is a wonderful surgeon and he does genuinely care about his patients.
The nursing care you receive both in his Surgery Center and at your hotel is as good and in some cases better than you'll receive in Western Hospitals. Of course that wasn't what you wanted to know :) The revision wasn't as pleasant an experience as I'd have liked.
I honestly don't think Chett or any surgeon wants to do revisions, Chett will for free and if I'm brutally honest here is where my problems began in my opinion, I'd say not collecting me from the airport while not a huge issue in itself belies that Chett really was thinking of cost not patient experience, A bit cheap was 2 peoples comment to that. When I complained of pain during the revision Chetts response was "it's not pain just pressure" He only realised I could feel it when I mentioned the cold I felt when he washed away blood. He gave me more local anesthetic which failed to stop the pain. I believe he should have tried something else to numb me. This would have been an extra cost. I should have insisted on something and said I'll pay for it even a general anesthetic, I'd sooner have given him $1000 there and then than had that pain but because I just wanted it over with I said ignore me and get it done. I'm not blaming Chett for the anesthetic failing as that could be my own bodies fault, When I had genital laser to remove my hairs the EMLA only worked the first 3 or 4 sessions after that it was useless so maybe the skin became immune to anesthetic, I will add that while it was an unpleasant experience it never ruined my life, I'm home now and healing is ongoing.
I had a chat to Sri the day before leaving Bangkok, She told me the reason my SRS took 8 hours was Dr Chett spent over 5 hours making space for my vagina internally, I am not a small girl and there was apparently allot of fat in there he removed to make the space for my 6 inches, He is very methodical in his working so this takes time so as not to cause damage. Sri also informed me that unlike allot of patients Chett wouldn't give me an epidural because he wanted to manage my pain himself as the surgery progressed, Sri wouldn't say why but I think it was my size which concerned him. I think that shows dedication, He promised me his best and I think I got it.
When it comes to SRS I am sure Chett is as good as any of the big name surgeons, I am impressed by the result I got considering the skin he had to work with, I've spoken to 2 people who had revisions, They never had the pain during surgery I did. It is very often the case that a revision hurts more than SRS and it certainly did for me. My advice to Chett has been to offer the option of different pain relief even at patients own cost when discussing revisions, I'd have paid for a general in advance if he had offered the option.
Would I go back to Chett for further surgery? Yes in an instant if I have the money. I want body sculpturing and BA so if I save the money after fixing my teeth Chett is my first choice although after talking to Dr Thiti he is going to be cheaper so if I cannot afford Chett that is an option too :)
Hope that helped and if you want to chat my yahoo e mail is available and I'll do my best to help you :)
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Stephanie,
I went to chett for both SRS and BA in Oct. I just got back couple weeks ago. Still recovering well, I had great result & highly recommended him. You are in good hands, don't worry too much. Be positive! We all worked so hard to get to this point in our lives. This is the final stage that change us forever. It completes us as a woman. #bootifulone
So I thought I would finally reply to this thread.
First off... stay away from the Rama hotel... umm.. yeah. The Vertical Suite rooms were actually proper one room flats and very modern and clean -- I highly recommend and being right across the road from 3 malls is super convenient.
Anyways, the main reason I am replying is to say a big thank you to Sorcha for being there to help me get sorted and to introduce me to a few others who were there at Chett's during my stay. Tons of hugs from me girl and no... it really was the poor internet and conditions at the Rama that made me leave... you were a big help so I want to say thank you!
- Roxi
I honestly don't mind the RAMA, i think it comes down to it being a personal choice, to each of it's own. For me, the Rama provided that nice and quiet peaceful environment which i love. I dont like the busy road esp during a recovery. Plus Rama was affordable, so that's always a plus. but if someone have the money and want more of a luxury stay then yes the Dustin Princess and Verticle Suite is definately for you.
Quote from: Butterflylover3 on December 03, 2015, 01:57:52 PM
I honestly don't mind the RAMA, i think it comes down to it being a personal choice, to each of it's own. For me, the Rama provided that nice and quiet peaceful environment which i love. I dont like the busy road esp during a recovery. Plus Rama was affordable, so that's always a plus. but if someone have the money and want more of a luxury stay then yes the Dustin Princess and Verticle Suite is definately for you.
Well one concern is if you are alone.
At the Rama you might make friends and ask other people to look after you, possibly in the first days.
People said in the Dusit personnel speaks better english, and there is a wider variety of liquid foods so its easier to have food there.
And as soon as the staff sees someone with a donut cushion they are seated and the staff caters for them.
For company it might be possible to ask with Chett for the room number of other patients at the same hotel.
hugs
Quote from: Roxette on December 03, 2015, 11:18:39 AM
So I thought I would finally reply to this thread.
First off... stay away from the Rama hotel... umm.. yeah. The Vertical Suite rooms were actually proper one room flats and very modern and clean -- I highly recommend and being right across the road from 3 malls is super convenient.
Anyways, the main reason I am replying is to say a big thank you to Sorcha for being there to help me get sorted and to introduce me to a few others who were there at Chett's during my stay. Tons of hugs from me girl and no... it really was the poor internet and conditions at the Rama that made me leave... you were a big help so I want to say thank you!
- Roxi
Roxi it was my pleasure to meet you and be some kind of assistance :) Being far from home isn't any fun when you are laid up so we have to stick together and help each other. :) You also happen to be a lovely person which makes helping allot easier.
The hotel choice is something I've spoke about before and having been in rooms in all 3 Chett hotels I agree with Roxi, The Vertical Suites are the best rooms with the best facilities but budget, being able to make friends and also relaxation are important factors to consider. It is personal choice and I could make a good case for all 3 hotels so I wouldn't be too concerned about staying in any. The Rama really does need to improve the internet though. It was shocking on my last stay.
As I am writing in this thread I will update my recovery. There was a setback for about a week when I began to see blood spots in my pad. I think the cause was stress from sitting causing the scars to slightly leak but I seem to have cured it using Sudocrem and a reduced dilation schedule. The lump has finally gone away ;D Overall appearance is looking allot better but I hope it still has improvement left to go.
The tooth issue that arose and caused me problems solved itself last night when the tooth in question fell out. :( I now need a new tooth and because of what the dentist told me I know this is a pretty big job that will require more visits to Bangkok but at least now I can finally cure the infection :D
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Yes I have to agreed. Being alone Rama is deff the best choice. As I was alone myself and met so many wonderful girls on trans alley. To me, this is just a temporary stay so I don't mind at all. As long as its safe, decent, & I have a roof over my head I'm good. I don't need big fancy expensive hotel. Internet is choppy but for what i paid I don't mind it at all. I got the same treatment at Rama about people being nice. As soon as they see me with a donut, they rush to come help me and open doors and whatever els they can. I am very pleasured with my stay. Like I said its all down to personal choices.
Hi Sorcha, how did the revision end up going at this point? Finally about to leave my self and go home, been a tad worried about things. Looks good for the most part, but labia majora seems really loose/flappy/sticks places which seems like a recurring problem, so really curious how yours turned out seems sort of close if I read right.
-Aimee
Quote from: nip123 on January 08, 2016, 12:38:46 AM
Hi Sorcha, how did the revision end up going at this point? Finally about to leave my self and go home, been a tad worried about things. Looks good for the most part, but labia majora seems really loose/flappy/sticks places which seems like a recurring problem, so really curious how yours turned out seems sort of close if I read right.
-Aimee
Im close friend with Socha. And honestly I personally don't recommend a revision unless you absolutely have too. To me Chett didn't really do a good job on his revision surgery. I am three months post op with him and I'm lucky pretty happy with my result. I also know another girl who had surgery about the same time that have the loose labia skin I say if its not too bad leave it cause u may end up worst.
Quote from: nip123 on January 08, 2016, 12:38:46 AM
Hi Sorcha, how did the revision end up going at this point? Finally about to leave my self and go home, been a tad worried about things. Looks good for the most part, but labia majora seems really loose/flappy/sticks places which seems like a recurring problem, so really curious how yours turned out seems sort of close if I read right.
-Aimee
I have that same exact problem! I'm 2 months post op & already know I need a revision for the loose labia majora skin.
Quote from: nip123 on January 08, 2016, 12:38:46 AM
Hi Sorcha, how did the revision end up going at this point? Finally about to leave my self and go home, been a tad worried about things. Looks good for the most part, but labia majora seems really loose/flappy/sticks places which seems like a recurring problem, so really curious how yours turned out seems sort of close if I read right.
-Aimee
Hi Aimee,
I've not been on here for a month so I have only just read this. I hope you are doing ok now you're home? I had a revision of the same area and like you I knew I needed it before leaving. You'll get told to wait at least 6 months to allow for healing but as Butterfly said you have to weigh up the pros and cons before agreeing to a revision.
Overall I think mine will look better once the new scars have healed but it wasn't the most pleasant experience I've ever had. While I've had my month away from here I found that I had an infection behind my clitoris which I only found when green stuff started coming out the top. My clitoris has always been swollen since my SRS but once I cured the infection it now isn't. I also have allot more sensation :) I am now wondering if the infection was present unseen during the revision and is the reason the local anesthetic didn't work.
Quote from: Princess_baby on January 14, 2016, 05:15:20 PM
I have that same exact problem! I'm 2 months post op & already know I need a revision for the loose labia majora skin.
Maybe we all need to have a wee chat, Seems to be getting more common.
Quote from: Butterflylover3 on January 08, 2016, 03:39:14 PM
Im close friend with Socha. And honestly I personally don't recommend a revision unless you absolutely have too. To me Chett didn't really do a good job on his revision surgery. I am three months post op with him and I'm lucky pretty happy with my result. I also know another girl who had surgery about the same time that have the loose labia skin I say if its not too bad leave it cause u may end up worst.
Yes Butterfly it does need careful consideration. It all depends on if the loose skin is causing problems during dilation like it was for me, Also those girls who are super stealth and don't want any signs surgery need to consider the extra scarring they'll have.
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
doing a butt surgery is very risky. i want mine done but im afraid it may not be so pretty afterward lol
I had fat transfer done with Dr. Zukowski and he did a wonderful job.. the Kardashians have nothing on me when it comes to a nice butt... He also added fat to hips.. he over does it a little because you can lose as much as 30 percent.
I look totally CIS and there is no risk..
I would not do butt implants.
His price is also very good.
Just saying..
I love him and he does free revisions if anything should not be just right.
He did my ffs too.
He is my hero
Keri
Hello all, I am scheduled with Chet for SRS this coming June. Reading about needed revisions has got me thinking. How often are revisions done as a result of Dr. Chett's operations? What options are available here in the States if I need immediate medical care as a result of the SRS? Just trying to put together a Plan B and C. Thank you,
Stephanie
Quote from: StephanieMI on February 22, 2016, 10:20:40 PM
Hello all, I am scheduled with Chet for SRS this coming June. Reading about needed revisions has got me thinking. How often are revisions done as a result of Dr. Chett's operations? What options are available here in the States if I need immediate medical care as a result of the SRS? Just trying to put together a Plan B and C. Thank you,
Stephanie
I'd make a guess that that its very rare to need medical attention when you get back home after SRS with Chett or Suporn. That's why you stay in Thailand so long. These longer terms revisions are usually not urgent.
I'd also guess that the big name SRS surgeons won't want to see you, or least you'll have to wait for ages to get though their queues.
Plan B might be better as staying there a little bit longer.
Quote from: AnonyMs on February 22, 2016, 10:35:35 PM
I'd make a guess that that its very rare to need medical attention when you get back home after SRS with Chett or Suporn. That's why you stay in Thailand so long. These longer terms revisions are usually not urgent.
I'd also guess that the big name SRS surgeons won't want to see you, or least you'll have to wait for ages to get though their queues.
Plan B might be better as staying there a little bit longer.
I'd agree with that.
I've never heard of anybody from any of the top named SRS surgeons needing urgent medical treatment after the surgeon has released them as fit to travel home. Chett and the other Thai surgeons will give you a very close inspection a few days before your travel home date and issue your a letter to say you're fit to fly. If there was anything wrong at that point they firstly wouldn't issue that letter and secondly would fix the problem.
Chett has his nurses visit every day but Sunday and they make notes that Chett reads each morning before they head out and he asks them to check anything he is unsure of and take photo's if needed. If Sri thought you needed to see him urgently she would make sure it happened. I am sure the other surgeons do something similar but as I never had surgery with them I won't swear to it.
If you are at all worried that you will need longer there obtain a Thai visa before leaving home which allows you 60 or 90 days in Bangkok and a flexible flight so you can easily change the return date if needed but I am sure you will go home about 25 days post op without any problems
Hugs
Sorcha ;D
Hi Stephanie,
if you've not yet seen it look up Bambi's Guide. Its a really detailed guide for visiting Dr Chett (for anyone interested there's something similar for Dr Suporn).
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Yes, 'Bambi's Guide' is still a good read. I would expect she welcomes new information from current Thai visitors.
My understanding is that the Royal Thai government no longer issues a 90-days visa or 'MT' medical visa.
You can obtain the 60 days visa - it is a 30-days extension to your automatic 30-days entrance visa - at the federal Chaengwatthana Government Complex at Road 304. The Immigration Office (Building 'B' - 1st Floor) holds both a morning and an afternoon session with same-day service. All agents speak English.
If you need currency exchange, there are several banks providing competitive rates located at the lower level; currency exchange is open until 3.30 pm weekdays. You can make your photocopy of your passport page at the basement copy center (something such as 5 THB per page).
Taxi cab service goes direct to Building 'B'; you can obtain your taxi going home to your recovery hotel at the same queu. A quick note: the passenger is expected to pay the road toll if the taxi drives the toll-road expressway; that can be perhaps 75 THB each direction (a little more than $2). Morning session might be cheaper if you can evade morning traffic jams and return home early afternoon. Friday afternoon can be worst for the long line for a taxi and then a long ride home going nowhere in traffic.
Happy travels!
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It may be different for different countries I'm not sure. I applied in Sydney for a Tourist Visa and was given 60 days stay on a single entry and I had to enter Thailand within 3 months of the date of issue. You take or send your passport to a Royal Thai Consulate or Embassy and they return it 2 business days later. The option to obtain in Bangkok is very handy I must agree but unless you are certain you will need extra pre op the likelihood is you could be too unfit to travel across the city in a taxi for an hour or more each way and sit in the office awaiting the issue. After all if you are fit for that and able to do it you'd probably be just as well leaving a day or 2 late and pay the 500THB per day overstay fee which doesn't count against you with Thai Immigration if you got back in the future :)
It is good info though for those who want to extend a holiday or feel they would like to explore the country after the surgeon says your good to go home :)
Hugs
Sorcha ;D