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2 weeks post-op - Towson, MD

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I've never been a fan of "fake boobs". I have...

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I've never been a fan of "fake boobs". I have always been a small 34A while having larger hips (pants size 6/8). Recently something (not sure what exactly) changed my thoughts on BA. I hate not being able to fit into dresses properly due to my uneven proportions, I hate wearing bras that are all padding, and I just want to feel better about my body.

My original goal was a B/C cup but now I'm thinking more like C/D cup. I had my consult a week ago after much research. I tried on the sizers, highest I tried was 350cc, decided that looked good. I'll be getting Mentor silicone HP under the muscle. When discussing when they had openings, they had an availability for 10/23 - only a week away!!! I am a very impulsive person so I decided to go for it. Because of the close date of surgery, they did my pre-op visit at the same time. I was given a package of supplements for before, during, and after. I was also given a silicone based scar cream for after. I was given prescriptions for Ativan (anti-anxiety) for the night before surgery, keflex antibiotic, phenergan for nausea, scopolamine patches for nausea also, and Vicodin for pain.

So far I have told friends/close coworkers and my younger sister who will be taking care of me for the first 24 hours. I haven't told my mother yet because she is a negative person and I don't want to deal with that just yet. I'm sure she has already found out though from multiple sources! Oh well!

After more research and looking at before/afters online of women with similar stats (5'7" 135 lbs, semi-broad shouldered, 34A), I'm thinking I want to go with 400cc. My friend who had her BA with the same Dr said her stats were almost identical to mine pre-op and she got 425cc.

I will post my before pics soon!

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Michael D. Cohen, MD

Michael D. Cohen, MD

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UPDATED FROM ERRN
1 day pre

I just emailed my coordinator and let her know...

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I just emailed my coordinator and let her know about wanting to increase the cc's and sent a bunch of before/after pics with similar before stats. I'm now thinking 400-450cc because I really want to balance out my hips and I don't want to regret not going a little bigger. So we shall see what she has to say! I can't believe that I only have like 37 hours til surgery!!!!!!

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October 22, 2012
I also have a negative mom and won't be telling her. Ohh well. How exciting! Keep posting. :)
October 22, 2012
Yeah no negativity allowed! Lol. I'm sure my little sister has told her or she has found out from coworkers, but I've decided to wait til it's done to really tell her about it. It's stressful enough with less than 48 hours to go!!!!
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October 22, 2012
Wow! I agree about balancing your shape out. You are going to look gorgeous. :)
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October 22, 2012
Good luck! Can't wait to see the results.
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October 22, 2012
Good luck on October 23rd. I'm going in October 22nd. and Cannot wait. It's been a long 3 month wait. I hope everything works out for you and I'll be thinking about you after my surgery. I hope to have before and after pic's up right after. Good luck!
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October 22, 2012
I'm home without pain, just tightness in the upper pole area and movement of arms. But other then that I'm feeling great. I will keep up my postings to all. Everyone was fantastic in the surgery room, Dr. was awesome! I ended up going 550cc under Ultra high After surgery I was in recovery for about an hour, I had some discomfort. I was given a pill that helps with Nausia. It was great, I had taken one pain pill (Oxycodine 350mg) Its now 3:30 I've been home since 11:30 w/out pain meds. I'm doing great! I'm just watching alot of t.v with my back and head on lots of pills. I found laying with your hands by each side really helps. Keep you posted more later.
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October 22, 2012
Are you using a recliner? Does it help! I don't have one, might have to buy one.
October 23, 2012
Glad to hear it went well! My nerves have been in high gear today! Hope things continue to go well!
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October 29, 2012
that was sup[pse to read pillows.
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October 22, 2012
Good luck to you! Can't wait to see your update and pics.
UPDATED FROM ERRN
1 day post

Well I am less than 24 hours post-op. ...

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Well I am less than 24 hours post-op. Owwwwwwwwie! My chest is tight, swollen, and painful. I ended up going with 425cc under the muscle. Right now they are riding very high. I have complete sensation in my right nipple but not my left so hopefully that will change soon. I'm posting a crappy "after" pic in my surgical bra. Too much pain right now to take more pics than that! Haha

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October 24, 2012
Glad everything went good. Sorry, your not feeling to good. Get better fast!
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October 24, 2012
Tomorrow you'll feel better. The day after surgery is always the toughest.
October 24, 2012
You look great for only 2!! The pain will definitely ease over the next 2-3 days!
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October 24, 2012
Looking pretty good for 6 hours post-op. I hope the pain eases up for you.
October 24, 2012
Hello errn, Sorry to hear you're in pain, hopefully the meds can help. It's important to have a good support system(hubby,family member,etc) to help you for the first couple of weeks.  Look forward to seeing more post op piks soon, I'm sure you will look beautiful after they settle!!:-)
October 25, 2012
Unfortunately I don't have much of a support system during my recovery. I had my sister stay with me overnight (reluctantly on her part) and have been alone since. I'm single, so no significant other to take care of me. A friend is watching my little dog for a few days so that I can rest. I have people to call if I really need something but I'm stubborn so I don't! Lol
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October 30, 2012
Oh my I hope your feeling okay. Gee, I needed alot of help moving around and just trying to get up from bed was a killer. I hope your doing well by yourself. I hope your recovery will painless and quick.