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ByeByeBoobies! - Austin, TX

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Ok, I fell like I could just copy and paste my...

jaxchk
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Ok, I fell like I could just copy and paste my experience with so many other women on here. I got saline implants 8 years ago under the muscle. I really do not know the volume, but I barely fit into a DD bra. When I got the implants, I did not have the information available today. I also did not want these enormous breasts! My original PS said that he always does them a little bigger because all his patients say that is their biggest regret. I remember thinking to myself when he told me that - not me:( . I was uncomfortable from the beginning.

There are so many things I hate about having enormous breasts,from not being able to wear a bathing suit with out looking like a stripper to not being able to lay on my stomach, the list of inconveniences is lengthy. I am athletic and they always get in the way too.

I consulted with 3 plastic surgeons. They all wanted to replace and I was thinking, do you not hear me???? I do not want implants! They did not have good things to say about how I would look afterwards either. My husband thinks he is being supportive because after months of pain and begging he is paying for it (I am financially dependent on him), but all he says is that I will hate it, I will be flat or I will regret it because I will be so saggy. At this point, I really do not care.

I am going to post some before pics. My surgery is set for this Tuesday, Jan.15. Like so many women, I am so grateful for this site. I would not be able to got through with this using the information that is available with out it.

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Day of treatment

Ok, I had my procedure today. It was under local...

jaxchk
Ok, I had my procedure today. It was under local and it was not painful at all! I took a valium around 45 min before and that really helped a lot. I am wrapped up like a mummy and I have to say it is very strange! The incisions feel a little sore, but NOTHING like the original BA.

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January 16, 2013
Hi jaxchk. I hope all went well today!
January 16, 2013
good for you Jaxchk!!!! I had mine removed Jan 4th and I'm very small but very happy!! Hope you have a great result.
January 16, 2013
Hope you have a restful night and speedy recovery. Do you mind sharing with me the name of your doctor ? Did I read correctly you chose one in Austin? I've seen two and haven't been very impressed; and I need to make some more appointments in Austin. I also sent you a message. Thank you in advance
January 17, 2013
Dr Caridi was my surgeon. He wanted to replace and lift, but of course he did the explant as I wished. I am pleased with him and his staff is very helpful. I recommend him.
January 16, 2013
Awesome - congratulations! Yep, sooo many of us have the same story as you. Good job sticking to your original goal of getting those big bags out!
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January 16, 2013
Omg awesome congrats! We have such similar stories! And I am explanting next week under local (jan 24) and I will be taking a Valium before too!! I'm so excited !! I have terrible neck and shoulder pain and hope it subsides after! Also chest tightness and I am athletic and I feel they are making my chest always tight! (Under muscle). So happy for you!!! Can't wait to see your explant pics!!!
January 18, 2013
Needing to explant; one has ruptured. I also have mega shoulder/+sh blade pain. This pain only started about a yr ago; so not sure if it's related to impants or not since MRI does show bone spurs in neck...hard for me to believe all this pain could come from the neck when my neck doesn't hurt. My implants were the smallest one made so I don't think it comes from the additonal weight and seemed to be fine for many years. Also seems strange that the left is the one ruptured, but the pain in on the right shoulder? Anyone have a doctor tell them sholder/blade pain can come from a rupture?
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2 days post

Ok, so I am a couple days out and feeling very...

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Ok, so I am a couple days out and feeling very emotional at times. I just keep having to tell myself that it will take time to heal. My breasts feel and look soooo saggy. I guess that even though I did not like the outcome of my breast augmentation, I did not realize how much self confidence I had with my large breasts. That sounds so weird because I thought they were way too big, but having none makes me feel so blah. On the other hand, I went to a spin class today and that went fine, sweat and all. I am so grateful not to be recovering from an anesthetic hangover. I just slipped a gauze strip with neosporin under my sports bra and spun away!
I am having some weird air pocket noises on my left side when I move. This side was my "problem" side that the implant always slid over to the side on, so it does not surprise me. Has anyone else had this? It is not swishing, but like if you would try to make your armpit fart with your hand ( I wish I could think of another way to describe it) but internal. It happens more when I am wrapped in my gauze rather than just wearing the sports bra.

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January 18, 2013
Thank you, Jaxchk for the info on the doctor. I wish you a speedy recovery!
January 18, 2013
Could it be air in the pocket where the implant was taken out???? OR : Do you know if they filled you up with air (gas) like they do on many surgeries ( like gall bladder surgery) so they can see in tiny places with their instruments??? Thank you of your doctor's info. Keep us posted.....I hope yall all bear with me; I'm so much older than all you girls; but it's good to have a young mind and eye on these situations.
January 18, 2013
No, I was not full of air because he literally just pulled them out. They slid right out. I guess if it is air then it will go away???? The Dr told me not to worry so I guess I will try not to!
January 18, 2013
Looking great!! I think you really will be surprised how they change over the next few weeks :)
January 18, 2013
How funny I just had mine removed yesterday by Dr Caridi. I 2nd him being excellent. Best of luck to you!
January 18, 2013
you look SOOO much better with natural boobies...they look great...im dead jealous...lol..xx
January 21, 2013
Thank you! This site has given me so much peace of mind! Everyone is so supportive!