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Is There Swelling and Will It Go Down - Hartford, CT
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I have always had trouble with my large breasts. I...
ExerciseismeFebruary 21, 2012
WORTH IT$6,500
I have always had trouble with my large breasts. I was a full D to DD and enjoyed exercise. Since having 4 children, major sag occurred and my large breasts were very hard to lift. Finding a bra was difficult and was always quite uncomfortable. My hope was to reduce and lift and enjoy jogging and kickboxing without the bulk and weight.
My doctor agreed to bring me to a large B to a small C. My surgery was on Feb. 16, 2012. Everything went well and I didn't even need pain meds! My only concern is that the left breast seems larger, especially on the side. When my arm hangs down, I can feel how large it is, and it doesn't seem small enough. Do you think swelling has occurred? And will my desired result just have to wait?
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February 21, 2012
i see what you are talking about but i wouldnt worry about it. They settle into a more natural shape over time and the swelling will go down. the swelling stays for longer than you think it does! My surgery is on friday..wish me luck!
February 21, 2012
Good luck! The surgery was a breeze - I was able to drive around the next day!
February 22, 2012
The swelling unfortunately does take a while to go down. Especially if you had more removed on one side than the other. The doctor said it can take 3 to 6 months, sometimes up to a year for your boobies to take on their new shape. I was just one month post op yesterday and my right breast (which had more removed) is still more swollen than my left. I can definitely still feel and see the difference. My PS keeps telling me that in time it will all even out & to have patience.
You look great, especially for being only 5 days post op! You will be very happy with your results but it's just going a little time. I had the same concerns that you have so I can totally relate. I am so happy now with my new look and know you will feel the same. Good luck with your recovery!
You look great, especially for being only 5 days post op! You will be very happy with your results but it's just going a little time. I had the same concerns that you have so I can totally relate. I am so happy now with my new look and know you will feel the same. Good luck with your recovery!
February 24, 2012
Hi, I just wanted to see how your recovery is going and all is well/calming down a little. I agree with you...after so many years of being uncomfortable with huge breasts, one hopes for an immediate satisfaction after the surgery. I am learning from all the ladies kind sharing updates that 'time' needs to be a factor...so I do hope you let us know how you are soon ... and later :)
I am scheduled for Tues Feb 28...crikey!
Smiles,
BHAGs
I am scheduled for Tues Feb 28...crikey!
Smiles,
BHAGs
UPDATED FROM Exerciseisme
Healing is going well but I still have the same...
ExerciseismeFebruary 25, 2012
Healing is going well but I still have the same concerns. I think that because of the great lift the doctor gave me, my breasts feel a lot bigger. But, there is a lot of tissue on the sides and I still hope it goes down. I also am still filling up my current D bra. I've added two more pictures to show day 10 progress. Any hope that I have nothing to worry about?
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February 25, 2012
Thanks for checking in! Healing is going very well. The only hard part is continuing to sleep on my back without rolling on my side at night. I often wake up with sore muscles. The swelling is about the same, so I don't know about that. I will see the doc on Mon. Good luck to you!
February 28, 2012
I had my breast reduction done 11 days ago. My nipples seem to be flat and sink in. Will they pop back out?
February 28, 2012
I had my breast reduction done 11 days ago. My nipples seem to be flat and sink in. Will they pop back out?
February 28, 2012
I never had that problem, but maybe it is because you have to wear a bra 24-7 for the first 2 weeks. Try not wearing one at night.
February 28, 2012
I did have a period of time where I was worried about my nipples. They just didn't look quite right. It was like the peak would almost fold over (and I'm sure it was from the tightness of the bra) and leave an indent in the surrounding areola. As my swelling lessened this corrected itself. If it persists certainly ask your surgeon. Do you have sensation in your nipples?
March 12, 2012
@excerciseme, Do you know how many grams of tissue your Ps removed during your BR?
March 17, 2012
About 150 g. I think that is one cup size and that is what I see. The lift, however is amazing!
UPDATED FROM Exerciseisme
One month and things are going great! There is...
ExerciseismeMarch 17, 2012
One month and things are going great! There is still some soreness at the incision site, especially, when turning on my side at night. But, I am happier with the size now and I went jogging today and really noticed a difference. Look at my new pictures!
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March 17, 2012
Does anyone know if the sensation in your nipples returns when they completely remove your nipples and reattach them? I'm getting mixed answers on different websites.
March 19, 2012
Your post helped me a lot thanks! I'm 5 days post op and still a d I'm hoping for a c and you gave me hope! Yours look great!
March 19, 2012
Thanks! I also was looking for hope and it was hard to find at the time! Things really improved after week 3 when the bruises were almost gone. Now I can even sleep on my side at night with no pain! Good luck with your recovery.
March 9, 2013
I had different breasts before my surgery. One of them was DD and the other C. Now I am a B. I had my surgery in January 17th. Somedays one looks better than the other, mostly when I have my period. I feel sad that I paid all that money and they are not the same. However, I am very happy with the new me, you can't see the difference with a bra or without a bra if I have clothes on. It's much better than before and I need to remember a lot of people have one bigger than the one. So, don't concentrate in the negative but the positive. You will be so happy this summer:) good luck
Welcome to RealSelf! I am amazed by the difference your doctor was able to create! You look fabulous! I bet that as the swelling goes down and your breasts start to settle that you will notice them evening out. Congratulations on such a great result!