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At Almost 3 Weeks Post-op, It Was Definitely Worth It for Me... - Ohio

@Jennabella: that does not sound "fine", it's the signs of an infection most likely, and you should definitely go have it checked by someone else if your surgeon isn't taking it seriously. Hope it turns out ok!

Great to hear! Hope your recovery is going well :)

I have had a breast reduction, almost one year ago, but I do not have kids. I'll try to answer some of your concerns though :) It sounds like the lack of support from your family members is adding stress to your decision to have this done: however, they are not the ones who have to live in your body, and look in the mirror and dislike what they see, it's unfortunate that they are not very understanding. As far as being scared, I would say you have no reason to be scared but surgery IS surgery, there are always risks involved (infections, etc.), but if you follow your pre and post-op directions chances are good you'll be fine. As someone else mentioned, they do put a breathing tube in during surgery and you are under general anesthesia. You are told you should not lift anything for several weeks after surgery so you will definitely need help with your kids; I've read other comments from mom's reviews here who talked about it being difficult to not be able to pick up their little ones post-op, so that is something to consider. The pain for me was NOT unbearable at all, and I consider myself a bit of a baby...but I was only taking tylenol about 2 days after surgery and that's it, only used a few of the percosets they prescribed in the first 36 hours after surgery because I kept expecting to feel severe pain--but I never did. You should be able to "hide" under a shirt unless you have drains inserted for the first few days post-op (ask your Dr. if he uses these). Doctors vary on what they tell their patients, but I believe most say you can return to the gym a month post-op. Yes you will have to stop taking that prescribed weight-loss medication prior to surgery--your Dr. will tell you precisely when to stop.

If you decide to go through with the surgery, I believe you will be very happy with smaller and evenly symmetrical breasts, it IS worth it but you do have a lot to consider as far as getting help with your kids and whether your mom and family and friends can help you. Most people who have waited years and then had this done say they should have done it sooner; the only negative things you will find about this surgery is that some people have had complications with infections and Dr.s that were not attentive, or results they were not pleased with (size still 'too big'), so you need to be clear with your Dr. as to what you want and what results he believes he can achieve for you.

I hope that these answers help! I also hope that you will get some more support from your loved ones, that will make it a little better. Good luck :)

Your results are awesome, CK! Congrats, you must be thrilled :)

You look awesome!!! Congrats :)