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BR August 17, 2012 - Walterboro, SC
UPDATED FROM June TT for Me
8 months post
I secured my loan on Thur. and met with the...
WORTH IT
I secured my loan on Thur. and met with the magician on Friday and Surgery is a go for Thursday, May 16, 2013. Flat tummy here I come. Getting lots of lipo too. I'm excited but for some reason I'm not as excited as I was with my BR. I guess because I know it's not an easy road to travel but I know the first two weeks will be awful but after that I will be glad to have this behind me. I am so happy with my new breasts I don't even have the words to describe it. I love my look and I hope my TT goes as well as my BR did. I couldn't have asked for a better experience and outcome. I remember being so sore in the lipo areas after surgery and this time I'm having 5-point lipo done so I'm gonna be pretty sore. Oh well, it will be worth it I'm sure. I've changed my name from Tig'ol Bitties to Big'ol Belly. I changed my profile pic to a bridge because I have to get across that bridge to get to the other side. Here I go on my next journey to happiness.
UPDATED FROM June TT for Me
1 month post
I didn't start itching until this past Saturday at...
I didn't start itching until this past Saturday at 4 wks. 1 day post op. My sides started itching. It wasn't bad enough to take benedryl because I was afraid it would put me to sleep. I went in for my 4 week post op today at 4wks. 3days. My PS removed the strips. Ahhh sweet relief and did some scrubing and picking and wiped me down with alcohol and went over my hopefull plans for a TT in the very near future. He said everything was going great and the dark colored areas are a little scabby and the Palmers Oil that he wants me to use will correct that very quickly. He said they will start looking much better now that strips are gone and Palmers is going to be in place. Whooo Hooo! They took pics of course as they do at every visit. He said he would see me in a month. So happy to be on the road to recovery. I am posting pics without strips. It looks Ouch but it's really not bad at all.
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September 18, 2012
Thanks Nat. When are you scheduled for surgery?
September 18, 2012
wellll. i had mammagram last week and see the ps october 23 rd unless they have a cancellation because hes so booked up.i cant believe how long it takes but he came highly recommended. im just terrible at waiting.its making me change my mind back and forth.crazy emotions. one day i cant wait and next day im scared to death.!! right now im in 50 mg prednisone for my asthma.i was hoping to stay med free just incase they got a cancellation i would be ready.so hoping the prednisine is ok for that. gotta breathe!!. hoping the br will help in that dept to!!!
September 18, 2012
I have had a big improvement in my breathing since my BR which really surprised me. I never realized how the two could be related but they are. Don't back out or change your mind because I really believe this surgery not only improves your quality of life but it also is a big self esteem booster. You will be not be able to do pretty much anything for at least two weeks because your body won't let you while it is trying to heal. But what's two weeks. Two weeks is nothing compared to a lifetime of freedom. The pain is not bad the medicine takes care of that part. I had to take xanax because i get so anxious about stuff and i would highly recommend getting a script for that it really helps with sleep and relaxation. I've quit taking them now but I may have backed out if I didn't have them. The two days before my surgery I can remember my mom telling me to take a Xanax and forget about it and go to bed. Stay focused and keep your eye on the prize. You will be so happy.
September 18, 2012
you are 100% correct on all counts. when im thinking clearly thats exactly how i feel and other days something in space takes over.lol. i do have xanax.ive always had since the mid 80s i take as needed with my stressful life.usually i take a few times a year but i have taken them every night this week my doctors orders. and they certainly do help as does the prednisone help the poor lungs. especially when one drug makes me high strung and the other counteracts it so they work nicely together.im sure once these lungs clear i will feel better about everything again..im also planning to change jobs after my br so im looking forward to alot of new things happening and thank you for reminding me of that.sometimes we forget the rewards waiting and need reminding!. thank you!!. xoxo
September 18, 2012
You look great! Congrats :-D
September 18, 2012
Hey Tig, where did you get the Palmer's Oil? I have horrible itching...was allergic to the pre-surgical scrub (betadine??) that they used and then now I think it is healing itching, but I saw you said the itching went away with the use of oil - I am so game for that!!
Your pics are looking great! BTW, your bathing suit before and after are absolutely amazing!!
Your pics are looking great! BTW, your bathing suit before and after are absolutely amazing!!
September 18, 2012
Thanks Jugz, I got the Palmers Vitamin E Oil from Wal-Mart. It must be good because it was the last one on the shelf and the cost was $10. When I start itching I know it's time for more Oil. I started itching Sat. and I itch unless I have that oil on. I have been using it 3 - 4x's a day. It has also made my hands look so much less wrinkly. Lol! That pic of the bathing suit shocks me everytime I see it. Lol! I hope you can find some of that oil. It's in the beauty section with the body lotion and cremes. It does the trick for the itch. Good luck that itching is annoying.
October 2, 2012
I am 6 weeks 4 days PO today. I can sleep on my stomach as long as pillow is puffy enough to keep breast from touching the bed too much. I can do so many things now. I feel like I'm back to normal. Every now and then I get a strong heavy feeling in my chest for just a minute and it's back to normal. I am so happy that I went thru with this surgery. I am very happy with my new little [RS bleep]. They DO NOT SAG! I can actually go without a bra and look the same as I do with a bra. Push up bras are not necessary because you can't push these girls any higher than they are right now. It's weird because I feel them rubbing on the inside of my upper arm when before I was having to prop them up on the desk in front of me. Lol! The only regret I have is not doing this sooner. I wish I had done it 20 years ago, but if I had, I would prob be having to redo the lift by now. So the way I look at it is. My boobs are set for life. Unless I lose a bunch of weight which has not been the case so far. I've been walking everyday and cut out fried foods but I just stay the same weight. I enjoy drinking on the weekend so I guess that blows my dieting efforts during the week. Oh well you gotta live a little. I have heard that having a plastic surgery will make you addicted to it and you will go onto have more. Well I originally went in for a consult on a tummy tuck when the doc mentioned my breast size being too large. I fully intend to go back and have the same doc perform a Tummy Tuck on me as soon as I get the money saved up. $10,000.00 OUCH! I had 2 c-sections. After seeing the difference this BR made in my size and the way I feel physically and mentally there is not a doubt in my mind that I am going back for that TT. I think I deserve it and I now think that I am worth it. I think it would relieve even more pressure off of my back. I will update again soon. I hope all of you girls out there reading this who are hoping or waiting to have your surgery know that it is a life changing operation and it is so worth it. Don't think twice -- Go change your life for the better. You will not be yourself for about 3 to 4 weeks but after that things start getting better very quickly. Good Luck to those of you just joining and a special thank you to all of my buddies on here for helping me get through it. I couldn't have done it without your encouragement and support. Love You All !!!!
October 2, 2012
You look great. It helps to see and hear from those of you who are ahead of me. I am 6 days post op and wishing I was a further along already.
October 11, 2012
I'm ready to go back for my TT too!!! LOL I'm on a mission to lose some weight and save some $ for the TT asap! ;)
UPDATED FROM June TT for Me
23 days post
Date night - last night. He said, and I quote,...
Date night - last night. He said, and I quote, "They look good, I feel like I have been given a whole new set 17 years later." I don't know where he came up with 17 years because our 20 year anniversary is next year. But still a nice compliment. Love him and loving life. Wanted to log this in case I want to come back and read this stuff in 20 years. ; )
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September 10, 2012
Tig, you look fabulous!!!
September 11, 2012
Considering having a BR. I'm tired of the pain in my shoulders. But, I'm only a 36D. Does anyone know what size the insurance companies consider? I understand the amount removed is 600-700g. Would I have that with a 36D? Need advice ladies! Thanks!
September 12, 2012
The amount that needs to be removed depends on your BMI. Your best option is to find a board certified plastic surgeon in your area who takes your insurance and go for a consultation. Make sure the doctor is board certified in plastic surgery!
September 12, 2012
I had to answer a questionnaire sheet explaining what issues I was having and I also had a couple of boils underneath my breasts which I think helped to get me approved. You should start going to you family doctor and start complaining of breast related issues. Back neck pain. Indentations on your shoulders from overloaded bra. Headaches. Tell him if youve tried to ease pain with Advil etc. but nothing seems to help. A history of problems will be helpful. If you have a chiropractor a letter from him would be helpful too. My doc says the ins. Co. Usually requires a minimum of 500g removal to weed out women who are just wanting a free breast lift. Hope this helps you. I had 900g removed from each breast and I feel so much better and the best part my boobs don't lay on my rib cage anymore. No more painful boils and I can absolutely breathe better too. Good luck
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