Explant surgery due to medical reasons
Wow, what a wonderful opportunity this forum is...
Wow, what a wonderful opportunity this forum is for people to share their experiences. My journey began 17 years ago with a decision to get implants for the wrong reason; an attempt to save an abusive marriage when my self esteem was at a all time low. Then 2years ago I fell in my yard and ruptured my right implant and at that time I consulted a surgeon who informed me there was no medical reason to remove them. In the past 2years I've had numerous breast cysts which were mammogammed, and then an ultra sound was performed. Each time I received great news that I was ok but my doctor was concerned and three weeks ago I was referred to a breast cancer surgeon with an impeccable reputation. Unfortunately, she informed that because of my ruptured implant, and scar tissue the mammograms had not been able to see all the tissue. The doctor sent me for a breast MRI to detect any possible tumors so she wouldnt risk opening me up without knowing what was going on. The surgeon recommended immediate removal due to the limited ability to view any cysts, tumors and so forth.
So, here I am scheduled for surgery on the 9th of July and scared as hell. I'm scared of what my breasts will look like because at this point I don't have the funds for a lift and I'm scared of the emotional baggage that is already showing up related to why I got them and how I felt my body wasn't mine for 17 years. I've been so happy with how they look since my right side was ruptured and I had the left side deflated right away and for the past 2years I've had my breasts back. But now I don't know what they will look like and this scares me.......she is planning on making a 2-3 inch incision under my breast in order to remove them and that's ok it's the volume I'm worried about. She did warn me about the pain due to how the tissue adheres around the implant, and of course she is going to be cutting my cheats wall muscle. But pain will pass however the result of the surgery will be permanent for me and this is frightening. Fortunately for me I am remarried to an incredible man who did not care for my size D breasts before but loved them anyways because they were attached to me. He has assured me that it doesn't matter and I know he is being honest but I guess it matters to me. I apologize for the lengthy diatribe but I'm nervous and would so appreciate any support, comments, questions anything.......I am excited about getting them out and my insurance is paying for it all which is great!! All my best
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Welcome to RealSelf! Your story is such a powerful mix of heart breaking and inspirational. I know you're worried about how your breasts will look. But let's assume they're going to look fine enough and focus on getting you healthy. You never know if you'll be able to finance a lift or reconstruction in the future and I'm hopeful that if you don't like your results, you can.
You might want to check out this post about how to enhance your breasts once your implants are out.
Hang in there and fight that fear. You're going to do great and we've got your back. PM me if you need anything or just a virtual hand to hold.
Newdawn! Welcome to our site! I understand that you are going through a lot right now and its only natural to wonder what your breast will be like. Its unfortunately that society puts so much pressure on us to be perfect and young but the fact of the matter is we are perfect inside! The outside it temporal!
sometime its easy to get so wrapped up with what going on to our physical self and we forget the matters of the heart (speaking from experience ;)! From your post - you have the love and support of a wonderful man that love YOU - not your breast! That my dear is 90% of the battle! The rest is the removal - which again from experience is much easier than getting implants. You will be amazed at how good you will feel once they are out!
I don't know what your breast look like now but I can tell you that having your own is much better! - it took me almost 12 years to realize that! When you have time take a look at my post and you will see from the outside in they saggy and little - But from the inside out they are what God intended for me to have and I trust his decisions!
Please ping me any time! I am praying for your peace and beautiful breast that suit YOU!
It comes a time in our lives that we have to do what is best for us and our health! You being with your family is more important than any implant!
Hang in there and I will be in touch!
Also, give yourself some time to heal and let your body bounce back. When I first explored getting mine out I was so afraid that the results would be saggy, empty sacks of flesh and that I would need a lift. But my skin contracted and the natural tissue fluffed up, and they look like completely normal, perky little breasts. Many people find that if they wait about 3 months they don't feel like they need a lift at all.
Once you have them out you will feel so much better about it all. I am so happy I had it done, as I feel natural and free. I didn't realize how much those big beach balls got in my way and looked so freakish! I love the feel of my natural breasts, and feeling more athletic and healthy. I have a wonderfully supporting man in my life, and it helps so much. Let your husband be there for you, he sounds like a wonderful man.
You will do great and feel so much better! Good luck!
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