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38H to 38C~Surgery Date 5/30/12 Life Changing! ~Southwest Pennsylvania~
UPDATED FROM WestCoastgirlinPA
2 months post
8 weeks Post Op ***Plus NEW before/after...
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8 weeks Post Op ***Plus NEW before/after pics***
My 8 week post op appointment went very well. I had 3 more "spitting stitches" removed....that was the rest of them. Praying I dont get anymore. I also asked him about a small "knot" in my right side...at the top...he said that its scar tissue or fluid..that will go away with time. I dont have to see him for 4 months...and he said that the girls will change quite a bit in this amount of time. I have no restrictions, and I am able to wear whatever type of bra I want. I am still favoring my sports bras right now, maybe Ill change my mind in the future..but for now they are extremely comfy. I went shopping today, and "tried on" a 38D...and the cup was too big. :/ I was kind of discouraged by this...so I decided to try on bras another day. I guess I had a D cup branded in my mind. Should I be let down by this? I know they are going to drop more...right? I think I need to stop focusing on the actual cup, and realize that I AM happy with the outcome...so that should be enough. Im having fun buying shirts still....I bought my first strapless top the other day..and I swear I heard those angels singing when I tried it on. :)
I was able to get all my before and after pics from my PS..so Im going to remove all of my dark/dingy/blurry pics and replace them with the real deal. WOW!! what a difference..huh?
xoxoWC
My 8 week post op appointment went very well. I had 3 more "spitting stitches" removed....that was the rest of them. Praying I dont get anymore. I also asked him about a small "knot" in my right side...at the top...he said that its scar tissue or fluid..that will go away with time. I dont have to see him for 4 months...and he said that the girls will change quite a bit in this amount of time. I have no restrictions, and I am able to wear whatever type of bra I want. I am still favoring my sports bras right now, maybe Ill change my mind in the future..but for now they are extremely comfy. I went shopping today, and "tried on" a 38D...and the cup was too big. :/ I was kind of discouraged by this...so I decided to try on bras another day. I guess I had a D cup branded in my mind. Should I be let down by this? I know they are going to drop more...right? I think I need to stop focusing on the actual cup, and realize that I AM happy with the outcome...so that should be enough. Im having fun buying shirts still....I bought my first strapless top the other day..and I swear I heard those angels singing when I tried it on. :)
I was able to get all my before and after pics from my PS..so Im going to remove all of my dark/dingy/blurry pics and replace them with the real deal. WOW!! what a difference..huh?
xoxoWC
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Replies (4)
July 26, 2012
Westie! You must be over the MOON! Perfect size, shape and fit your frame beautifully! Where are your scars woman?? Did you white them out - lol!!
July 26, 2012
Yes...def over the moon! I think they fit my frame perfect too..my doctor did a great job I must say. My scars arent too bad are they? Started using the Palmers oil more since all those stinking stitches are all out! :D Thanks for the compliments, I appreciate them very much!!
July 26, 2012
Hey there WC, well I'm out of the loop, been busy with work & life in general (don't you hate it when life gets in the way of socializing? lol) and I just caught your update & new pictures!!! AMAHHHHHHZING!!! You look so great girl and are healing so well, it's pretty easy to assume you're happy with the outcome? Your recent pictures remind me of my own breasts lately, looking nice & (dare I say it) normal. I'm a perfect size C. I still can't wrap my head around that one but its true. Even other people have said they can't believe it because my breasts still look fairly large but I think its just that they are wide but not full like they were before. My only regret is not doing this 20 years ago. lol
So glad you're doing well. take care!! xx
So glad you're doing well. take care!! xx
July 26, 2012
Sammy!!! Ive been wondering about you! Thanks for the awesome comment! Ill tell you what..the last 2 weeks have been SOOOOO awesome! Im still struggling with the fact im a C and not a D..but it doesnt really matter in the end. I finally have proportionate breasts..and for that I am thankful! I HEAR you as far as the girls being "wider"..maybe wider than I would have liked..but now Im nit-picking. lol ;-)
August 14, 2013
Thank you so much for your review. We have the same PS. My BIG DAY is next Monday August 19th. Your detailed review has really helped me.
UPDATED FROM WestCoastgirlinPA
2 months post
6 weeks 5 days: I finally turned the corner. All...
6 weeks 5 days:
I finally turned the corner. All of my spitting stitches are pretty much closed up. I havent used neosporin/gauze for almost 4 days now!! I did zumba for the first time on Saturday, and it was AMAZING! I have also been feeling "normal"...no discomfort, my energy is back etc. 6 weeks was the golden week for me ladies. FINALLY!!! WIll post pics soon. :)
I finally turned the corner. All of my spitting stitches are pretty much closed up. I havent used neosporin/gauze for almost 4 days now!! I did zumba for the first time on Saturday, and it was AMAZING! I have also been feeling "normal"...no discomfort, my energy is back etc. 6 weeks was the golden week for me ladies. FINALLY!!! WIll post pics soon. :)
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July 17, 2012
Feeling that, WestCoast! I, too, just passed that 6 week mark, and am also feeling MUCH better. I'm pretty sure all my stitches are out, my energy is good, went for a hike in the heat yesterday and managed pretty well! I've been putting in a few workouts on the elliptical and it feels GREAT. Still having some pain in the incisions, but much much less. Three cheers for progress!!!!
July 17, 2012
WC: Just read yesterday's review! HURRAY!!!!!! What a great milestone to have achieved! Next thing you know, one day it will be 3:00 p.m. and you'll suddenly realize you haven't thought about your boobs all day! I'm SO happy for you!!!
July 17, 2012
Thanks Piggles!! Im counting down the days till its your turn! Im so excited for you!! :) And I can honestly say, yesterday I didnt think about the girls ALL day ;-)
July 17, 2012
6 weeks seems to be the magic number because I've been feeling pretty good as well. Still some slight discomfort when trying to sleep on my side,but overall feeling great. Yay 6 weeks!!!
July 17, 2012
Yay 6 weeks is right! Its amazing how great I feel..Im so thankful..because the rollercoaster ride up until now was not fun at times! :)
July 17, 2012
I know what you mean, although i've (we've) been lucky overall and are healing nicely if I do say so myself. I honestly think the greatest part of the rollercoaster is the fear of the unknown, which this site has helped a lot with. Having never had surgery before I was completely in the dark about what to expect and that alone made for some pretty scary times. So happy to be on the other side. I go to my PS on thursday to get the ok to exercise again, I'm sure he'll say yes, and I can't wait to get the rest of this old decrepit body in shape to match my snazzy new boobs :)
July 17, 2012
"And I can honestly say, yesterday I didnt think about the girls ALL day ;-)"
.......Now THAT speaks VOLUMES!!!!! :))))))))))
.......Now THAT speaks VOLUMES!!!!! :))))))))))
July 17, 2012
Congrats, WestCoast! So glad you are to a point where you KNOW without a doubt that you did the right thing! Its all gravy from here!Â
UPDATED FROM WestCoastgirlinPA
2 months post
5 weeks 6 days Post Op: I saw my PS today, so he...
5 weeks 6 days Post Op:
I saw my PS today, so he could look at my problem area underneath my left breast. I also had him look at two other spots on the same breast..around the areola. He ended up removing a complete knot from one spot, and two single sutures from two other areas. I was relieved he actually DID something..instead of saying.."its normal" and sending me on my way. No infection..which I was relieved about. It hurt like hell when he removed the stitch from my underneath area..but glad to have it gone so that I can start healing already! He said I look awesome, that despite the spitting sutures, Im healing perfectly. So...Ill take that. :) I see him in 2 weeks.
Addding some pics..tried to get some different angles. ;0)
WC
I saw my PS today, so he could look at my problem area underneath my left breast. I also had him look at two other spots on the same breast..around the areola. He ended up removing a complete knot from one spot, and two single sutures from two other areas. I was relieved he actually DID something..instead of saying.."its normal" and sending me on my way. No infection..which I was relieved about. It hurt like hell when he removed the stitch from my underneath area..but glad to have it gone so that I can start healing already! He said I look awesome, that despite the spitting sutures, Im healing perfectly. So...Ill take that. :) I see him in 2 weeks.
Addding some pics..tried to get some different angles. ;0)
WC
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July 10, 2012
Thanks girls :) You all mean alot to me..because you understand! Ill update you after my appointment.
July 10, 2012
Hey hope your appt goes well.Everything was great yesterday even went out driving, however, of course after dr office closed I have a stitch under my bra band that is totally irritating me Going back today to have it fixed/removed. I was so scared because it hurt so bad I thought I had split the suture open or something.
July 10, 2012
Thanks babs...my PS was able to remove the sutures in question. Arent they a real pain in the a$$!!! I cant wait till this part of my recovery is over!
July 11, 2012
Glad to hear everything went well. I went in and they removed mine as well. Hopefully they don't keep reappearing. I was just thinking how we just went through this big surgery,and t's the little sutures getting to us. Lol How crazy is that? I am so happy I did it. Right now I'm still wearing the surgical bra but have my backup sports bra ... DD, but that's ok as he told me my size would probably change since I'm only 12 days post surgery. Again I am so thankful for this site and everyone on it. It really helped me prepare for things I would face and will continue to face until totally healed. Hopefully no more more little PITAs (Pains In The A$$) Good Luck! You are looking awesome!
July 11, 2012
Here is the thing...you might be having to deal with a bunch of poo, but those new pictures look amazing! When I saw that front view, my mouth actually dropped open. I guess I was expecting them to look a little scary since it sounded like you were having so many problems...but you actually look fabulous! Congrats :-D
July 11, 2012
Thank you SO much Iowa! I tend to be a little dramatic about my problem areas. ;0)
July 11, 2012
You look terrific. Congrats. All the strife has paid off.
July 11, 2012
Thank you StaceyLynne..I just skimmed through your pics..and you look awesome as well! I wouldnt give up this surgery for anything...even with all the itty bitty problems Ive been having. :)
July 11, 2012
Hi Westcoast :). Sorry that I have never seen your review. Your boobs are beautiful!! They are perfect! Congratulations!! Hope your done with the stitch spitting. Btw magic mike was awesome!! Took my mom and 2 daughters to see it :).
July 11, 2012
You are so sweet..thank you for the compliment :) I PRAY Im done with these dam stitches!!!!! and Magic Mike was pretty magical wasnt it? I found a grainy clip on youtube of the "Pony" performance..I could replay it all day! :D
July 11, 2012
Male strippers...oh the good old days!! I was quite the enthusiast back in my hay days!! ;) that was really popular in the 80's.
July 12, 2012
I saw Magic Mike on Sunday and loved it! Nothing like a little male stripping on the day of rest.
Wow! Amazing difference :-) You have got to be thrilled.
I think we focus on THAT letter for so long that it is hard not to think in terms of it. I so badly wanted out of that H cup and could only think about the C that I thought would be perfect. When I realized I was probably going to stay a DD I was so disappointed, but as IÂ have accepted the fact that this is the me that I am now, I've come to realize that I can't look at that tag on the band, what I need to focus on is the change in my life and that cannot be disputed as anything other than terrific, so what have I been obsessing about?!