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Excited but Nervous at the Same Time - Houston, TX

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Hi ladies I'm 25 about 122lbs 5'3 and I have two...

Liz12June 17, 2013
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Hi ladies I'm 25 about 122lbs 5'3 and I have two little girls 6yrs and 10mon. I've been wanting my boobs done since after my first daughter because I lost a lot of volume. (34B) after the second baby my boobs got smaller I measured a 32A and they sagged. My hubby finally agreed to me getting them done and I was super excited up until after the procedure. The dr. And nurse were all so sweet and the whole process/ surgery went well but everything has been so uncomfortable afterwards... My back is KILLING me!!!!! My family tells me to suck it up but I'd like to believe I have a high pain tolerance. I had both of my girls with no epidural. This pain that I am feeling is worse than labor to me. I'm scared that the pain is because I might have gone too big. I got 475cc HP silicone under the muscle. They look a little weird but then again they need to drop and all that good stuff. My dr. recommends no massages and I am 4 days post op and still taking my Vicodin and Valium and to be honest I don't think it does much for me. I feel horrible because I read about other women shopping within three days and I can barely get up. I went out for dinner with my husband today and I couldn't wait to go home so that I could recline on my sofa. Is this normal? Am I just being a big baby? I think I have post boobie blues because I find myself crying and regretting the procedure. Then I read and see pics of other women and get excited again. I don't know what's wrong with me I just pray that everything turns out well for me in the long run and the pain goes away. Not trying to scare anyone but I'd like to see if anyone went through the same.... Worst part is that I don't have friends who have had them done and can compare situations.

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Bb1234
June 17, 2013
Hi! I had a breast augmentation 2 weeks ago and I still have pain when I walk around for a long time. I also have pain in the morning right when I wake up. It's more like a pressure pain not like crying pain ( if that makes sense). At day 4 I didn't even want to move I was in so much pain! The valium didn't do much for me and the Vicodin was taken every four hours on the dot! I think your back may be killing you because you might be sleeping upright on your back due to post operative instructions and your body isn't used to it. At least that's how I feel. I have 375 and 350 saline overfilled to 410 and 375. I have the same measurements as you in terms of height and weight. I'm also 25. I think I could have gone a little bigger so I think you're fine! Hang in there. My girl friend bounced back right away so I think everyone is different. Hope this helps calm your nerves. Believe me I worried so much!
Liz12
June 18, 2013
I'm glad to hear that. Are your boobies settling already or are they still high up? I'm still having trouble raising my arms. Is that normal too? How mobile are you at 2 weeks?
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Bb1234
June 18, 2013
They are still high up. About 3 finger spaces from my collarbone. I'm very anxious for them to completely drop 6 months is the average time frame. Seems like its forever away!! :( . I can raise my left arm but not my right arm completely. My right breast is also a bit more swollen. I'm assuming this is because I am right handed. My advice is Don't over do it. I made the mistake of attempting to pull my recliner lever and was in pain immediately after. Worst pain ever!!! So I wouldn't try anything too strenuous. I read on here "if it starts to hurt don't do it" so that's been my rule of tumb. If I'm attempting to lift something or pull on a drawer or anything, once it starts to hurt I immediately stop and ask someone to do it.
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Sissy 48
June 18, 2013
Congrats ! Your not being a big baby . Are you putting ice packs on for the swelling ? I did 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off . I sleeper in my bed on propped up on pillows . My back hurt too , that will stop . I also took pain pill every 3 1/2 hours . I had muscle relaxed too . It's only been a few days it gets easer every day . Doing to much after a BA is not good thing to do . You need time to heal . Your pain is normal . I hope your not picking your 10 month baby up ! You can only pick up 5 lbs . Your going to love your new boobies . Hugs !!!
Liz12
June 18, 2013
I'm not icing....my PS didn't mention it but I will ask. I'm really taking it easy but it sucks that I can't hold my baby especially when she reaches out for me. I am however taking my Valium before bed so that's muscles relax and today I noticed them a little nicer. Thanks for replying I'm feeling better :)
Love my new boobies.....
June 18, 2013
don't worry be happy!!! I am now 10 days post BA under muscle with lift. I am 33 with 2 kids 6 yrs and 17 mo. I went with 465cc extra full profile and I felt the same way you do, until day 6 post op. I was saying to everyone how this was worse than labour and also wondered if it was really worth it. Today I already am sooo happy I decided to make this decision. My pain level is down to almost no pain at all. Only in the afternoon will I get the pain in my back. I took pain killers for about 5 days and then went to tylenol extra strenght for another couple days so don't be too hard on yourself you'll see a huge difference very soon. Which you the best with your recovery. My PS told me the pain in my back was normal because of the muscle that is attached to the pectoral muscle are in the back so they are hurting as bad as the front ones.
Love my new boobies.....
June 18, 2013
Please don't mind my spelling I'm French so not very good English.
Liz12
June 18, 2013
Thank you so much for your reply :) i feel a little better now. My back pain was a little more tolerable today. But it's like you said towards the end of the day I felt it a little more.
therealtanners
June 18, 2013
This WILL pass and you will love your boobies!! When I first got mine done 13 years ago, I had three sons (two via C-section) and thought I was going to die the pain was so bad! I too thought I was abnormal because I was not up and about until almost 2 full weeks after the procedure. Believe me, it gets better and you will be happy. I am going back next week for new implants and a full lift as I have had two more children after the first set. I'm not looking forward to the pain, but it is worth it in the end! Good luck.
Liz12
June 18, 2013
Thanks and good luck with your surgery :)
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Holl Doll
June 19, 2013
I am telling you, go with the aerola incision, cleaner, easier and no pain instead of the incisions under the breast which causes you not being able to lift, wash hair like so many girls have after having the surgery under the breast.
bear321
June 18, 2013
Hey! I thought i was the only one! Im 34 , 170lbs 5'8. I had saline round implants may 8th 2013. pre size was small c. My PS used 550 implant size filled 620cc right and 625cc left. Im 6 weeks out and they are still very high. I also had the nipple elevation. (4 kids) its driving me nuts them being so high. My PS says no message bc it may increase the ripple affect. Should i keep wearing the sports bra? The PS wants see me back in 2months. I should have waited for winter to have this done.
Liz12
June 18, 2013
I guess the waiting game is the worse after the pain :/ I would continue to wear the bra.
UPDATED FROM Liz12
9 days post

1 week post op :)

Liz12June 21, 2013
Hi ladies so today is day 9 for me and I feel a whole lot better than before. I feel like I have a little more control of my emotions. Dr. Said that narcotics can mess with your head. My back pain has eased off a little but im taking tylenol extra strength twice a day and the muscle relaxer before bed. morning boob has gotten better but still hurts the first 5-10 min of the day. My boobs are still high but I'm noticing that they are fluffing and looking bigger hopefully it just keeps getting better. :) I'm a little bumbed about wearing the sports bra for 6 weeks because there are so many dresses and shirts that I want to buy and wear for the summer but can't because the straps are too big or they are backless...But I can live with that for a little longer. I am only able to move my arms half way up so my husband helps me wash my hair and straighten it. Wearing shirts that don't button up are a little hard to put on but my husband and I have a technique going on already :) I will keep you posted on any changes.

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BethH
June 22, 2013

So glad to hear your mom is helping you and that you have a muscle relaxer for at night. My back also hurt terribly during my recovery as it was difficult to find a comfy position to sleep. Take care!

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