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Breast Reduction - Brooklyn, NY

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Well I'm young gal who attends college with no...

IL124September 2, 2011
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Well I'm young gal who attends college with no children. I weigh about 135 and my bra size was a 34 DD . So my shoulder issue was unbearable , even doing physical activities such as running on a treadmill or jumping jack. The weight on my chest was very due to my breast that were very over sized for my body. Also adding as I'm getting older my breast started to sag and made the situation a bit worse.

Its been 2 weeks since my operation and the second day I saw them I was SO happy to see them up perky and a reasonable size. But now after the Dr. removing the white stickers that were over my stitches I have noticed I what they call " wound separation" .

Its scary to see this and Im concerned if it would get better or worse. I have looked up information about it and didn't get much on it. All I know its a wound without pain but does leak a little yellow liquid. Overall I'm completely relieved with the procedure and at last I have breast that fit me and I can be fine with.

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Angie_M
September 2, 2011

Hi there,

Here's what some doctors have to say about wound separation. It's great that you were able to get this done and resolve your shoulder issues. Did insurance cover your procedure?

IL124
September 2, 2011
Yes my insurance covered it so I'm really happy and relieved about that :)
Kimmers25
September 3, 2011

Just keep an eye on those incisions and keep in contact with your doctor.   

IL124
September 6, 2011
Today I noticed some very minor bleeding and called my Dr. & asked me to come in tomorrow. I am very scared because it seems to me the wounds are getting bigger which isn't a good sign . I was really anticipating a quick recovery and unfortunately its not turning out the way I wish it would be.
Kimmers25
September 7, 2011

Give me an update darling...

Iowa71
September 6, 2011
How did your appointment with the doctor go today?
UPDATED FROM IL124

I feel very inpatient about these wound...

IL124September 12, 2011
I feel very inpatient about these wound separations, I wished I could speak to someone who had the same issue to better help me in this situation. My PS does say its normal , but they are so ugly looking and gross. I fear my results will not be what I am looking forward to! Monday I have an appointment to see the PS and hopefully everything will go well !

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Itty Bitty Committee
September 13, 2011
Hey its me again!

I am having a similar situation. I have an appt with my PS tomorrow (one week followup) and tonight I notice a yellow ish discharge under my right breast. Its also at the T junction closer to the beginning of my incision near my underarm. I hope that doesn't mean I will have wound separation. I will keep you posted on my page.

Keep me updated on ur wound care as I may be in ur situation...
Iowa71
September 13, 2011
Good luck at your appointment today, Itty Bitty. I hope it all goes well.
Kimmers25
September 15, 2011

How are you doing?

IL124
September 16, 2011
Im doing a little better the wounds don't have the white stuff anymore and look somewhat pink. My appointment is this Monday so I will keep you posted . This process of healing seems so long !
Kimmers25
September 21, 2011

Yes it is long and can be frustrating.  Hang in there because there is light at the end of the tunnel.

UPDATED FROM IL124

Hi everyone I saw my PS yesterday, no worries or...

IL124September 20, 2011
Hi everyone I saw my PS yesterday, no worries or concerns the wounds seem to be healing well , slowly but shortly! I see the difference myself . I forgot to ask a few questions , I'm curious to know how much was taken out of my breast and its been a month and a few days since the surgery and forgot to ask when I can start wearing regular bras?... Other than that everything is going well swelling on my right breast (the bigger one) seems to be going down as well. I'm so excited to see the final product . Its such an amazing feeling have this relief :)

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Iowa71
September 21, 2011
I'm so glad everything is going better. I go my first bra this past weekend. It is a Bali that has a wide band at the bottom that is very soft and molded cups. It is still much larger than I wish it were, but am continuing to be hopeful that I'm going to shrink some more. But even though I'm still a DD I am thrilled with the perky girls I have now. And the relief from shoulder pain is amazing! Hope everything continues to go well for you!
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