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Updated 11 Sep 2011

Posted 27 Aug 2011

Pros.. less back pain immediately!
Cons.. Bruising, pain, not being able to squeeze my adorable 4 year old son.

I had the surgery because of the significant back pain, the shoulder and neck cramps, headaches, bruising on shoulders, strap indentations, the inability to wear low cut shirts without having people stare, not being able to sleep in certain positions.

During my first consultation, the doctor took measurements and the nurse took pictures. He explained the risks of the surgery and what I could expect from the healing process. I have called him after hours two times, (one because of bleeding and the other because of all over body itch) and he has responded promptly.

His staff is wonderful as well. The RN even gave me her cell phone number in case I had any questions the night before the surgery. The anesthesiologist also called the night before the surgery to give me instructions.

Updated on 29 Aug 2011:
Swelling is going down. Pain is more manageable. :) 8/29/2011

Updated on 6 Sep 2011:
Called the nurse today because my right breast is "swollen" compared to the left. It feels as if there is an implant in there moving around. The nurse said it was normal and that they would heal and different rates.

**I have noticed that the triangle on the underneath of the right side is large enough to fit my finger in there!! (The left side is completely closed.. I just noticed this and will be calling them back in the morning.***

Other than that I am doing great.. The nerves have started waking up though and I've switched to ibuprofen for pain and inflammation. The shape is looking good.

The size? Not sure yet since I still have some swelling.

Updated on 11 Sep 2011:
Just got home from the ER.. I have cellulitis in the "triangle" incision area on the right breast. I was given IV antibiotics and sent me home with 2 oral antibiotics and some pain meds. I'll need to f/up with the PS on Tuesday.

I am actually relieved that the ER doctor said it was infected and put me on antibiotics so that this swelling and tenderness will start to go. It is disappointing when you know that there is something wrong and the doctor wants you to wait it out and see what happens!!

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Dr. Paletta has excellent bedside manner. Alicia, Dr. Paletta's scheduler did an excellent job in getting me on the surgery schedule within 2 weeks of me deciding that I did want to have the surgery.

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Kimmers25 (Community Manager) 28 Aug 2011

Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us on RealSelf. This is so very helpful for other women to have people to talk with who have been through the process.

Did your insurance cover your procedure?

Iowa71 (RealFriend) 29 Aug 2011

Congratulations, C! When did you have your surgery? Thanks for posting the pictures. It is really helpful to see everyone's progress!

C Cup 30 Aug 2011

I had my surgery on 8/25.

UNKNOWNANDREADY 29 Aug 2011

WOOOOOWWWW YOUR BREAST WENT DOWN A WHOLE LOT I CAN SEE U ARE STILL VERY SORE BUT THEY ARE SOOOOOOO PRETTY WOW I CANT WAIT!!!!!!!

C Cup 30 Aug 2011

They are a lot prettier now that the bruising has gone down significantly. I will post new pictures when I get back home on Thursday.

Kimmers25 (Community Manager) 29 Aug 2011

Woo Hoo hang in there!

C Cup 30 Aug 2011

I know.. Although they aren't really hanging anymore.. ;)

Kimmers25 (Community Manager) 3 Sep 2011

:) :) :)

MsPerry 29 Aug 2011

Looks very painful but also i know its such a relief!! Still waiting on my approval!

Iowa71 (RealFriend) 29 Aug 2011

Ms Perry,
It really isn't terribly painful. I was surprised as I was expecting it to be horrific. But as I thought about it, I realized it is just fat and tissue that they are cutting into. They did not cut through my muscle and that is what hurts so much about an abdominal surgery. I don't know if you have ever had an abdominal surgery, but you can't cough or sneeze without excruciating pain. It is not like that at all with this. There is some discomfort, but it is totally manageable.

C Cup 30 Aug 2011

Actually for me it has been pretty painful. I have had to stay on the meds religiously... lol.. This is not typical though. I have fibromyalgia and that in itself causes pain. I also have a 4 year old who keeps me pretty busy and I have not necessarily been resting as much as I should be.

So Ready 1 Sep 2011

you will get it today. call them

catlover 30 Aug 2011

The last picture..... why do you have the extra skin, and is that what they refer to as dog ears ? How does that happen, I'm 7 days away and getting VERY nervous.

C Cup 30 Aug 2011

That is the extra flap of skin that the doctor tells you about. They can do liposuction to correct that. Mine has actually gone down some. It was still very swollen in that picture. I will post new pictures on Thursday, I am out of town for two days for a training.

So Ready 1 Sep 2011

yeah mine is doing lipo.

Severn7686 1 Sep 2011

Congrats...I'm 3 months post op and I'm amazed at how well the breast heal. I had the full anchor scar that extend to my sides. The lollipop part of the scar is healed with almost no scar. The part under my breast I have a incision scar and I can feel a lump but it is hidden nicely in the groove of my breast. Overall, the scars I have are so worth it...I have no regrets.

Also, I second you on the pain.....I was in pain the first few days. I definitely kept up with my drugs.

new life change 2 Sep 2011

wow congrats Hon!!! Im happy you were able to get the surgery! The bruising and swelling is a bit scary but I know it happens to everyone. Im just so glad for you! I will pray for a quick heal!

Kimmers25 (Community Manager) 6 Sep 2011

You are looking good!

Kimmers25 (Community Manager) 11 Sep 2011

I am glad you were on top of this and took quick action. Keep up on those meds and you should heal up quickly.

Iowa71 (RealFriend) 11 Sep 2011

Thanks for posting C Cup. I am worrying about cellulitis this evening because of sudden redness on breasts and some warmth. I'm going to have them take a look at it when I get to work tomorrow (I'm a nurse in a doctor's office) and see if I need to start on antibiotics as well. Good luck with your healing!

Mrs.Cook 24 Sep 2011

hi C cup. what cup size were u b4, im atually thinking about getting a reduction and dr. paletta is the dr i am going with..wow he did a great job.

girl2 17 Oct 2011

Hi, i had my breast reduction in feb of this year also, my breast were big like yours, i wore a 36 g cup and they took off a total of 6 pounds!!! I was carrying a baby up there! My breast are now the same as yours and I love it! congrats!

catlover 17 Oct 2011

I'm now 6 weeks post op and still have no feeling on my left breast, how long did it take some of you ladies to get your feeling back. I do feel like I've taken a huge step in how I feel, I did some cleaning yesturday and today and realized I can pick my left arm up over my head. It's taken a bit longer with that do to my wound seperation on that side, I think I was nervous about stretching it a little each day and it kind of froze up on me. I'm planning on going back to work Nov 1st, and my Doctor told me my boo-boo should start to close up by then. I hope so cuz it doesn't look like it to me.... I can't wait to start wearing a regular bra, I bought a 36 C the other day but I'm still kind of swollen and I put on some weight so it's a bit snug around me, but the cups fit great !! I haven't been a C since grammer school :) So looking forward to next spring & summer, breaking out all my tops that have been to tight for me !! Hope you all are doing well xoxo

catlover 17 Oct 2011

I made a mistake it's my right breast that has no feeling...... I can feel my nipple on the left side and a little around it. Which surprises me because that the side I have the seperation on, this has been such a wild ride.......

girl2 18 Oct 2011

hi catlover, what do you mean seperation? is your wound open at the bottom of your breast? i think that can happen, i had a small little hole that opened at the bottom of the right breast and it was leaking...i think dead fat or something like that for a little while and then it closed. i got my feeling back in about a week, but everyone is different. im sure you will get it back soon. i was surprised how soon the feeling came back. i had my surgery feb 9th of this year and i still do not wear regular bras! they are uncomfortable to me, i just where my surgery bra and tank tops with the built in bra and i feel so much better. however, im going to look again and see if i feel okay wearing a bra without the underwire, because i think that is what bothers me. it is really difficult to find bras without the underwire! take care and congrats!

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