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42 yo, 10 years with 325cc silicone, submuscular - IMPLANT REMOVAL w/ Lift - AHH...the relief!
UPDATED FROM exhale
28 days post
4 weeks post op
exhaleOctober 22, 2014
WORTH IT$5,300
Today makes four weeks I explanted and still loving my new/old self. Ladies who are awaiting explant, you will not be disappointed. I have not had a migraine since the morning of my surgery. I'm still in disbelief. My complete feeling of exhaustion is gone as well. I'm still tired from a day's work, but nothing like before my explant. While my physical aliments mentioned above have subsided, I'm still sore and gotta love the sharp shocks to my breast; at least I know they are healing. I've also read where some women are massaging their breasts/incisions. My PS did not recommend this at all, even when I asked him point blank. For those of you that are massaging, what was your PS's rational?
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19 days post
Fluid in breast...how long until it is absorbed?
exhaleOctober 12, 2014
In my previous post, I mentioned that my left breast has a tad of fluid in it. My PS was not concerned and said it was not necessary to drain it. It is not unsightly, but feels odd enough that when I wear my sports bra/garment some of my skin bubbles out near my armpit, leaving me with a fatty/swollen feeling. I have no pain. It just feels odd. Does/did anyone have a similar experience? If so, how long did it take for your body to absorb the fluid? This week will be three weeks post explant and lift.
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October 12, 2014
How could anyone look as great as you do?
October 15, 2014
I'm still very tender and have a little fluid. Thank you for your kinds words.
October 12, 2014
Hi Exhale,
I had fluid as well in the left breast. It can commonly occur starting around 10 days to 2 weeks and sit there and slowly absorb. Mine had fluid and my PS said the same thing. Just let it absorb. It got bigger one day, not much but enough that when I called in he said to just come in and poke a needle in and drain it. He did that, it took about 15 mins for everything and it felt a lot better. The fluid has not returned and I've since had my lift. So, no worries, it will either just go away on its own, or if you need it drained it's quick and it wasn't painful for me, a bit a relief actually. Let us know how things go. I hope this helped!! You look fabulous, fluid or no fluid!
October 15, 2014
Hi Joe. Your insight is VERY helpful. The fluid is still there, but it has not increased. I will monitor it and if it gets too uncomfortable or larger, I'll call my PS. Glad to know it is an easy procedure and it relieves the pressure. Thanks again!
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17 days post
18 days post and follow up with PS
exhaleOctober 11, 2014
I saw my PS today for my second follow up. Things are good. He removed my dissolvable stitches around my nipples (OUCH!) because they looked like they wouldn't be dissolving soon. I have sensation around my nipple, but have noticed one nipple will harden and the other won't. Don't really mind being a Popeye since I have sensation. I remember this happening with my initial BA. It will eventually dissipate. Since the incisions have closed, he decided to take them out because he said they would eventually begin to itch and become uncomfortable. I'm "ahead" of schedule as far as healing goes...good genes and clean living, I guess. I won't see him again for two months. My left breast has a little fluid in it (hence my slightly larger breasts) which will eventually be absorbed into my body. There is no need to drain it, and frankly since I'm not exposing myself anytime soon, that is not a concern. I'm loving my natural self and thanking all the women who take time to post. It had truly made my journey a more positive one!!
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October 11, 2014
Exhale, you have such a pretty shape! The natural look suits you so much better!
October 12, 2014
Yes, much more natural looking...and the relief! Not to mentioned I have not had a migraine in since the morning of my explant...19 days without one. That's hasn't happened for years!
October 11, 2014
So glad for you. You look wonderful!
October 11, 2014
You look amazing already, very happy for you! :)
October 11, 2014
You look wonderful. Doesn't it feel great to have those stitches out? It was a relief for me too.
October 12, 2014
Thanks and yes! Still had some loose ones this morning that came out. That was weird.
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