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MTT + Augmentation

UPDATED FROM jg83
4 days post

5 days post

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Haven't had a good look at anything yet as I've left all my bandages on. I'll get those taken off later today as well as my second drain removed (first was removed at my first post op appt the day after surgery). A coughing fit left me in pain for a couple of hours, but I think I got some gunk cleared out. Had the hubby call the doctor to ask about damage from coughing and I guess the doctor said I wouldn't do any damage. The more I coughed and cleared it out, the better but it would be "uncomfortable"..... ha! what an understatement.
The wonderful hubs spent 1.5 hours in the bathroom with me tonight washing my hair, soaping me down, helping me shave. I finally feel normal again.

However, does anyone have any advice on breast augmentation? How long does it take for everything to drop, and will I know when they've dropped? They look so funny right now - poofy and saggy all at the same time!

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UPDATED FROM jg83
3 days post

3 days post op

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Day of surgery, I woke up with a severe sore throat.. frick! Did all I could to hide that I was coming down with something (even quietly blowing my nose in the pre-op room). For the most part, I was fine right up until they had me on the table and started sticking me for the anesthesia. Next thing I know, they're trying to get me to eat saltine crackers and drink water.
My abs - good lord my abs! On FIRE! I think I had expected to wake up to no pain and for the pain to gradually come on through the day. Uhh...no. Everything from my BB on up hurt so bad. The sides of my breasts hurt as well (near my armpits). Strangely, the areas of my incisions on my breasts and stomach had no pain whatsoever.
Thank God for my hubby. He has been by my side the entire time. I had planned on having my sister take me to my post-op the next day, but Hubs stayed home from work in the morning, which I was extremely grateful for. I don't know what I'd do without him right now.
The nasal drip I had from before the surgery was gone the minute I woke up, but my throat was so sore. In fact, my damn throat hurt more than my breasts or stomach at several points. I now have the sickness in my lungs; I feel like Death is rattling around in there as I try hard to avoid coughing, because coughing creates the worst pain ever. I'm also afraid of ripping out any of the stitches.

My back is so sore from sleeping at an angle for 3 nights now. My poor hubby has slept on the couch with me (I'm in the recliner), so he's sore too. Morning boob (or so I've read that it's called) is so painful, but once up and around it goes away.

At this point, I am undecided about the results. I still have all my gauze on my stomach and my boobs look really strange so I'm trying to reserve judgment for a few weeks.

One tip - I ponied up extra money for a pain pump. I'm glad I did it because I don't want to know what the pain would have been like without it. Pain pump+ pain meds made the first few days bearable.

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2 days pre

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Do know how hard it is to take a picture of yourself without getting arms or your face in the shot?
I didn't think I'd have a hard time posting these, but after seeing the "bent over" pic, I'm hoping no one is grossed out.
3 more days. I'm nervous now about how the scar will look and if that will be a flaw fixation for me down the road.

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June 10, 2013
I've had both (breast aug and MTT) and can tell u I'm very happy with my results. You have to weigh your odds. Yes I have a scar but it's very thin and light but it beats having an ugly stomach. I guess it's what you make of it. Best of luck to you!
June 10, 2013
I remember looking at your pics (frequently) and you are one of the ones that inspired me to move forward with this - hoping that I'll get somewhere close to you! Did you do anything to help your scar along so it stayed light?
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June 10, 2013
Thank you, your words are flattering. But it's not all surgery, it's good eating and time in the gym. Which you seem to understand. No scar therapy really, just alittle paper tape. But I believe a good diet makes a difference in recovery and water is always good for your skin.
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June 11, 2013
Good luck. Wish you the best. I'm scheduled for June 12, Mini TT and BA w/ lift! I'm a bundle of nerves, but reading these stories puts me at ease. Good luck!
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June 11, 2013
wao is very expensive! Why do you come to Dominican Republic, here these surgical procedures will cost about 5,000 U.S. dollars.
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June 14, 2013
Good luck with your surgery.  Yes, the scar is the trade off for the saggy skin.  I really don't like my scar but it is fading & will keep fading with time, but I will take it over the saggy wrinkly skin.  Just be sure to tell your PS to make scar as low as possible.  Other advice is to try to be patient with healing & let people help you.  You will swell for a few months, which is normal.  Please keep us posted on your recovery!