Tammy’s significant weight loss left her with excess skin that couldn't be removed through means other than surgery.

After losing more than 500 pounds, the only thing on Tammy’s mind was skin removal surgery. Amid waiting for her approval, she revealed what she feared about the procedure.

A preview clip (courtesy of E! News) from the next episode of 1000-Lb Sisters shows Tammy enjoying dinner with her family when Amanda Halterman asks her to share the one thing on her mind about the surgery. “Just really the pain and then the fear of how I’m gonna look, looking at myself afterwards,” Tammy replies. She adds that she is accustomed to seeing herself with the extra skin, and when she wakes up after surgery, she will look “halfway normal from face down.”

“It’s scary but worrying at the same time.”

Tammy tells the cameras that she is worried about how she will feel after the surgery when she looks down at her body. Even showering is going to be different for Tammy as she won't have to deal with the extra skin while cleaning herself, especially with her belly rolls gone. It'd been hard for Tammy to do even the most mundane things, but in less than a week, she is going to be able to see herself in a different light.

What Tammy Slaton’s Fear Means Amid Skin Removal Surgery

Tammy’s Health Journey Has Entered A New Phase

Tammy’s rapid weight loss left her with significant excess skin, which affected her mobility and overall quality of life. The extra skin caused discomfort, even forcing her to walk bow-legged. The 1000-Lb Sisters season 7 star's doctor advised that she lose more weight before becoming eligible for skin removal surgery. The procedure isn’t simple. It involves multiple cosmetic operations, each with its own risks and high costs. Tammy was expected to undergo about five separate surgeries, each lasting several hours, making the next phase of her transformation both physically and financially demanding.

Tammy was afraid of the pain and recovery process involved in such a major procedure. There was a time when she was deeply unhappy with her life, using partying, overeating, drinking, and vaping as ways to escape stress. She once said that vaping helped her cope with anxiety and made her feel relaxed. However, her doctor warned her that using nicotine could lead to infection and complications after surgery. Since Tammy has now undergone the operation, she has likely reduced or quit vaping. Overcoming such a tough habit shows her strength and determination to reach her goals.

Our Take On Tammy Slaton’s Worries Ahead Of Surgery

Tammy’s Confidence Shines After Surgery

The 1000-Lb Sisters star went from 725 to 225 pounds, proving she can achieve anything she sets her mind to. Still, despite the incredible weight loss, Tammy struggled with the discomfort of excess skin. Even simple things, like ing a dance class, became emotionally difficult. After bravely undergoing skin removal surgery, the payoff is clear. In a recent photo with her girlfriend Andrea, Tammy appeared radiant, with her loose neck skin gone. Her confident smile said it all. She’s finally starting to feel at home in her new body.

1000-Lb Sisters airs Tuesdays at 9 p.m. EDT on TLC.

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