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Happy, Happy - Coventry, England

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I had my op on 01st Feb 11 so I am only 9 days...

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mich76February 10, 2011
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I had my op on 01st Feb 11 so I am only 9 days post op and am already ecstatic at the results. I approached my GP in July after a history of shoulder and back pain and the strapless dress i was made to wear as maid of honour for my sister was the last straw!. He referred me for the reduction. I saw the surgeon in Aug who after talking to me in depth and showing me scar results, gave me 2 further months to think about it. I went back in October and was put on the NHS waiting list until now! My surgeon was amazing and the hospital care I received was first class. I had my dressings removed today and I'm pleasantly surpised at the scars. Stitches are internal and suture strips were used around the nipple and external skin, giving a very thin scar, much better that anicipated. I was a 34 F/G size 12 and because of the swelling I'm currently in a 34d support bra but should settle to a C cup and the i can already feel the difference in weight. I have no cons as of yet, and the pain was uncomfortable but bearable. If you are thinking of a reduction, make sure you are realistic about the scarring and go for it.

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wayhay
February 18, 2011
Hi I have just had my surgery in Coventry gone from 34G to 34D spookily similar to you! Did you have Mr Parks? Congratulations your photos look great. Im only 2 days post op so have not seen them without dressings.
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mich76
February 18, 2011
Hi Congratulations to you too. Mr Parks originally referred me but it was Ms Skillman that did the op. What dressings do you have, I expected to be bandaged but just had tape where the incisions were. Are you pleased so far. xx
wayhay
February 19, 2011
I also just have dressings and was told to wear a support bra only if I wanted to. I think things are a lot more chilled in the UK as I have had no long list of intructions and supplements/ointments just told to keep them dry and not to smoke (not that I do). I am now 4 days post op and my left breast is a little red and the dressing is bloody so the nurse (that I rang at 1.30am) has said not to worry and come in the next day for a change and check. I have to say you appear to have had no such problems with yours they look completely perfect! X
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mich76
March 27, 2011
just read your message. Hope all turned out ok and it was a minor blip and you doing well xxxx
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scc0905
February 26, 2011
Just had my surgery on 17 feb 11!!! Went from a 34ddd to a 34c:-) soooo thrilled!!! Glad to know about this website
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carmina22
March 27, 2011
I've been following you're progress and actually you have dispelled any concern's that i may have had.Due to undergo mine in 16 weeks and am apprehensive about recovery time as i own a coffee shop so need to get back to work as soon as.Also extreemly needle phobic but that said eagar to have it done as i'm only 5' 3 & 8st 11 & a 30gg ( well one breast is the other ff )I'm hoping that not only will i reduce in cup size but i regain inches height wise as my posture is appalling.Hope it goes as well for me as it has you.
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mich76
March 27, 2011
good luck hun. I was driving within 3 weeks and went back to work after 4 weeks but everything with my op went smoothly and I had no problems. I was really tired for the first week back. I'm now 7 weeks post op and still get shocked at my reflection. I look at tops thinking they wont fit then i try them on and their too big!! still in my support bra as my new friends are still settling lol. I'm still very happy and have no single regret. my posture has completely changed and i can see the top half of my tummy for the first time in years. Try not to worry, remember you'll go to sleep and wake up a whole new you. keep in touch [RS bleep]
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