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I am scared. But my new mantra this year is: do it...
strummer12September 11, 2012
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I am scared. But my new mantra this year is: do it scared. My surgery is tomorrow. And I am going through with the surgery even though my 3 adult daughters are against the surgery. I'm 54 years old with long flabby breasts. I lost 170 lbs with the lap band. My size F breasts now look like tube socks hanging from my chest.
I wanted the surgery for over 30 years, but I was afraid of the pain. So I suffered with incredible back, shoulder, neck pains. Headaches so severe at timed that it felt like someone shot an arrow through the back of my head.
I expect to look and feel better. I need advice about self care. I look forward to reading your replies.
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Replies (9)
September 12, 2012
good luck. i hope you have a great progress report. !! we are here cheering you on.xoxo
September 12, 2012
Excellent report. I am so happy. Minimal pain. One lortab. Only regret is that I waited so long. But I wouldn't have had Dr. Shell. So I needed to wait for him.
September 13, 2012
so happy for you.... it happened when it was meant to .... now you have a future to enjoy without the extra baggage. :-)
September 13, 2012
Absolutely. I was always embarrassed. Even when I lost 170 lbs with Lapland, my breast continued to be a source of embarrassment because they became tube socks. My self esteem has sky-rocketed.
September 13, 2012
So very happy for you!
My pre-op is today, so I am making my list and checking it twice...LOL
My pre-op is today, so I am making my list and checking it twice...LOL
UPDATED FROM strummer12
1 day post
Made it through the night. No pain meds. No...
strummer12September 13, 2012
Made it through the night. No pain meds. No assistance needed to go to bathroom Getting ready fort my morning walk. Going home today. Spent the night because PS removed loose skin under my arms. No problems with that either.
Will update on discharge instructions.
Thankful that my state employees health insurance paid for everything.
Will update on discharge instructions.
Thankful that my state employees health insurance paid for everything.
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UPDATED FROM strummer12
1 day post
Just met with Dr. Shell. Going home this morning ...
strummer12September 13, 2012
Just met with Dr. Shell. Going home this morning Any lady who lives near Oxford or Memphis should see this kind compassionate PS. The nursing staff at Baptist hospital are the absolute best.
Explained discharge instructions clearly. Asked if I had questions.
Explained discharge instructions clearly. Asked if I had questions.
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September 13, 2012
Safe home! Remember rest and hydrate!!!! Don't over-do just cause you feel good, 'cause it will come back to bite you - so I've heard!!!!!
September 13, 2012
im very happy for you..!!! .sounding great still! still take it easy though!!
September 14, 2012
Congratulations on doing this for YOU! You are going to love getting rid of those tube socks and exchanging them for teeny pom-poms! Wishing you all of the best!
September 14, 2012
Thank you so much. I was just dozing off and felt my left nipple tingling. This is all so amazing to me. I love my pom poms.
September 15, 2012
Hooray, first of all you dozing off sounds like you are resting....good job....
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Who doesn't love tinging nipples LOL
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Who doesn't love tinging nipples LOL
as much as you can on this site you will likely be less scared.
A lot of wonderful advice and great ladies that have already had their surgery have posted their journeys. It will inspire you and keep you focused on your new pain-free life instead of your fears. Also, will give you many ideas and advice on self care.
Good luck! Will wait for your post-op update!