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A Butterfly Has Emerged!
UPDATED FROM tamjoy
2 years post
1 week post revision (more or less)
WORTH IT$8,000
Well, it was a rough week. I was really uncomfortable from my sinus procedure and on all kinds of medications and really did NOT feel well at all. But as of today it feels like I'm on the upswing. I have most of the week off from work, returning on Friday. Hopefully my incisions are closed up good by then, because I'm still "oozing" in a couple spots.
All in all it seems like my PS really listened to me this time. I think I am definitely much smaller. I'd venture to say that based on how the bikini tops fit now, I'm going to be thrilled with the end results. I'm still swollen and not sure how long that's expected to last (it's really hard to remember what happened 2 years ago!). Now I just want to heal and be done and not look back at "boob issues". I've seriously wasted so much of my life worried about these things! I'm planning (as usual) on losing a few pounds between now and summer and hopefully feel comfortable enough to rock these bikinis!
But for now, I'm going to try and continue resting and taking it easy for the next few days, and hopefully Friday I'm good to go, as far as work goes. I'll definitely be wearing extra protective layers so as not to pull or stretch myself too much at work...
I'll post a couple pics soon!
Goodnight all, and God bless
All in all it seems like my PS really listened to me this time. I think I am definitely much smaller. I'd venture to say that based on how the bikini tops fit now, I'm going to be thrilled with the end results. I'm still swollen and not sure how long that's expected to last (it's really hard to remember what happened 2 years ago!). Now I just want to heal and be done and not look back at "boob issues". I've seriously wasted so much of my life worried about these things! I'm planning (as usual) on losing a few pounds between now and summer and hopefully feel comfortable enough to rock these bikinis!
But for now, I'm going to try and continue resting and taking it easy for the next few days, and hopefully Friday I'm good to go, as far as work goes. I'll definitely be wearing extra protective layers so as not to pull or stretch myself too much at work...
I'll post a couple pics soon!
Goodnight all, and God bless
tamjoy's provider
UPDATED FROM tamjoy
2 years post
Day 2 Revision
Well, keeping on top of pain management is key. I'm definitely better today than yesterday. Took a shower which was amazing, lol. I (of course) checked out the girls to see how they look. So far, I love them! They're pert and perky, awesome shape. I'm so anxious to see what they look like as the weeks progress!! I am the most impatient patient ever, for sure! I admit, I tried on a bikini top already! I had to! And it is a VS Pink size M, and it looks amazing!!! A MEDIUM!!!! Seriously, is this for real?? I must pinch myself because never in 1000 years would I expect to fit into a M bathing suit top! Wow. So for now I'll say, 1,000,000% thrilled! :D
Replies (2)
J
January 9, 2016
Wow this is amazing news my friend - I'm so happy for you! You look fantastic. Can't wait to see more pics :)
T
January 10, 2016
Hi! Thank you my dear!! I was going to send you a message on Facebook tomorrow because I figured you may not come on here much anymore! I'm feeling a bit sore, but doing well. You know, I went back and forth so many times about getting the revision, and after this past summer I was really sad because I still wasn't as comfortable or confident as I thought I should feel. So after weighing pros and cons, and talking with the surgeon, I decided that I probably wasn't going to be satisfied if I didn't do it. I will post pics when I take the new dressings off. I'm due to go for my follow up Monday because my surgeon will be away for a week after that (eek!). I'll keep you posted for sure :)
L
January 9, 2016
Could you tell me what goes into the revision? I still feel I am too big and not necessarily at the point where I feel I need a revision. Just super curious. You look great!
T
January 10, 2016
He actually did it in the office. And made the under breast incision and took away excess skin and some superficial tissue. I took 2 Ativan and a tramadol before going in, he injected my breasts with a huge syringe full of lidocaine (numbing) and epinephrine (reduces bleeding) mixture. When I was numb he commenced with the procedure. I was chatting with him the whole time. (Granted I don't remember much about the conversation now, on account of the drugs, lol) I had a few moments of pain, where I wasn't completely numb, and he would just inject more of the lidocaine mixture and within moments I was fine again. I had the lollipop procedure the first time around, now when I heal it will be the anchor scar, which is fine with me, that's what I was initially expecting :)
UPDATED FROM tamjoy
2 years post
Revision this Friday
It's been quite a while... So, my PS has decided to do the revision, for a small fee. Originally it was going to be a much larger fee, but after hearing me out, I believe he's doing what he knows is truly right. It would have been different if I hadn't questioned the size at all up to this point.
It's a big week this week, I'm going to have a minor sinus surgery on Thursday and then go in Friday morning to have the revision done. (both are office fixes, so that's good, not being put under)
I'm nervous. I know my PS is awesome, clearly, he did a remarkable job with mine, the shape is perfect, just needed them smaller, and I still understand why he did it, I'm just not comfortable still, and having paid a lot of money out of pocket, it's really bothered me that I didn't get what I wanted.
Hopefully I'll feel well enough to write how things go on Friday ;)
Good night, and God Bless.
It's a big week this week, I'm going to have a minor sinus surgery on Thursday and then go in Friday morning to have the revision done. (both are office fixes, so that's good, not being put under)
I'm nervous. I know my PS is awesome, clearly, he did a remarkable job with mine, the shape is perfect, just needed them smaller, and I still understand why he did it, I'm just not comfortable still, and having paid a lot of money out of pocket, it's really bothered me that I didn't get what I wanted.
Hopefully I'll feel well enough to write how things go on Friday ;)
Good night, and God Bless.
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A
January 7, 2016
Hey! I had a revision too but t was under general the second time as well. Is he going to be cutting anything out this time or just liposuctioning? Either way, good luck, you won't regret it. I'm so happy I had my revision :)
A
January 7, 2016
I am curious how this went. I am only a few days post-op but I know he's left them too large. He also did the lollipop which I wasn't expecting and while they are a good shape, they are big. Hoping your revision goes well.
T
January 8, 2016
Hi! It went well! I took 2 Ativan and a tramadol, and he put a generous amount of lidocaine with epinephrine into the breasts to numb the pain and stop the bleeding. I felt great through the whole procedure. He did cut out the excess skin and a small amount of tissue. So I now have the incision under the length of my breasts. I'm very sore at the moment. And extremely curious to see what the outcome is after healing progresses. He commented that when he's done I'll look like an 18 year old again ;) so I can't wait. Going to rest now!
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