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After an Autoimmune Diagnosis They Just Aren't Worth the Risk. - Austin, TX
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I was diagnosed with lupus mid September and...
MaggiebrOctober 27, 2012
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I was diagnosed with lupus mid September and immediately knew I wanted my implants removed. I decided to go with Dr. Clement in Austin, TX and had them removed with a capsulectomy and lift yesterday, October 26th. I am relieved they are out, but I'm in more pain than I expected. The most painful part is the capsulectomy. I can feel underneath my muscle and it is painful. I'm also really struggling with nausea. I can't wait for that to go away. I'm excited and nervous to see the doctor on Monday. I have a harder spot under my right areola and I'm hoping it's normal. Even though I'm in pain I am so happy with my decision. I feel so foolish for having gotten implants in the first place.
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Last night I had to call the after hours line...
MaggiebrOctober 28, 2012
Last night I had to call the after hours line because I couldn't keep anything down. They gave me a prescription for zofran which helped slightly. I decided I would be better off eliminating the pain pills if it meant I could eat... I was starving! Fortunately the pain isn't that bad and I'm able to manage it with Tylenol. I've been able to keep some food down today so I'm starting to feel much better. I'm looking forward to my post-op visit tomorrow. I haven't dared to look at them with my stomach being so weak. I'm also feeling a lot of pressure on my incisions when I stand up. I'm wondering when that feeling will go away.
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October 28, 2012
The relief is amazing, isn't it? I'm sure in a day or two you'll be in less pain. I had my surgery 12 days ago and now I just have mild soreness where my stitches are, no need for painkillers. I had capsules taken out too. X
October 28, 2012
Thank you! Did you feel pressure on your incisions (I'm assuming that's where I'm feeling it) when you would stand up? If so, when did that go away?
October 30, 2012
I tend to feel a bit sore on my left side when I lie down, the right side is much more comfortable. I wonder of the left side is stitched tighter? How are you getting on now?
October 30, 2012
Starting to feel better. Today was my first day back at work and I think it was a bit too soon. I'm also leaking a bit of serous fluid today which is a bummer. I'm sure it's fine, but I put in a call with the nurse just to make sure. It would be so nice if we could all heal without any worry. :-)
October 30, 2012
I'm sure it's nothing to worry about, I guess it's better that it leaks out than stays in? It is only 4 days, I'm sure you'll feel stronger with every day that passes, just keep having early nights!
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I'm 3 days post op and I'm starting to feel good...
MaggiebrOctober 29, 2012
I'm 3 days post op and I'm starting to feel good this afternoon! I'm just on Tylenol, but I may stop that tomorrow. I also go back to work tomorrow so I don't want to push it. I had my post op visit and they took the big dressings off so at least I won't look lumpy with clothes on. I still haven't looked at everything - I'm too scared. :-)
I haven't told anyone at work what all I had done, but I think it's pretty noticeable that my boobs are significantly smaller. My doctor told me to only wear the compression bra until I hit 2 weeks. I'll look forward to wearing normal bras, but I'll have to figure out away until then to make it not so obvious. I'm curious how much cup size I can expect to lose. I'm guessing I'm about a full B right now. I hope I can stay this size, but I'm sure a lot of my size is due to swelling.
I haven't told anyone at work what all I had done, but I think it's pretty noticeable that my boobs are significantly smaller. My doctor told me to only wear the compression bra until I hit 2 weeks. I'll look forward to wearing normal bras, but I'll have to figure out away until then to make it not so obvious. I'm curious how much cup size I can expect to lose. I'm guessing I'm about a full B right now. I hope I can stay this size, but I'm sure a lot of my size is due to swelling.
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February 22, 2013
hi not shure if u will see this comment but can u upload pics! i tought of removing my implants but im too scared to do it of the after result i dont want saggy boobs :(
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