soilschick

Two months post op-Glen Ellyn Illinois

I still try to tuck my non-existent large boobs in a small bra. I'm used to give myself lots of space to pass people. I still cross my arms up high on my body.

Sorry, I meant I am almost 12 weeks post op.

I did not just have my reduction. I almost 8 weeks post op. The fluid and swelling will definitely go down. It takes at least 4-5 weeks to have significant fluid loss and feel more comfortable overall. You should notice the boxy look reduce in the same time period. They will continue to soften and settle into a more natural look and feel. Hang in there and enjoy the changes. You made it through some of the hardest parts, surgery and first week post op.

I am so sorry this happened. Good luck with getting a revision of your surgery results. This has to be devastating.

Yes, there is pressure to be skinny. I never considered societal pressures when I had my reduction. I was motivated by constant pain while working at a very physical job and breast cancer. All the women on my mother's side had their first positive cancer results around 36-38 years old. I just turned 36. That family history freaked me out. I got tested and nothing cancerous was spotted but they would watch a few areas. I took action to prevent breast cancer and more crippling pain. I got sharp pains just turning or putting on a bra. It is your personal choice and your body. I had almost 7 pounds removed with surgery. 42G to 40B/C.