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Breat Reduction is Today. - Bountiful, Utah

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Today is finally my day. I haven't posted my...

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Today is finally my day. I haven't posted my story on here, but I have been reading all of yours and it inspired me to write down my story, since I am waiting until noon for my surgery anyhow. Like everybody else, my breasts started growing at a young age, and really never stopped.

I am 5'4 and 150 lbs with 36 DDD. These things are giant. I never let myself really look at them until I decided to get rid of them. I kind of just let them be there and would get embarrassed if anybody mentioned them. Now that they are on their way out, I let people see them and am more comfortable talking about them. I wanted to get a BR in High School, but hadn't ever had surgery before and felt scared. I broke my leg a few years later, had surgery and realized it wasn't too bad. Right before turning 26 and losing my parents insurance, I thought I had better quickly decide if I wanted a surgery or not. So I went to a few doctors, some took my insurance, the one I loved didn't. But I didn't care at that point, I was in love with the doctor that didn't and decided this big of a decision, I didn't care if I had to pay for it myself.

I am young with a decent job and no children, I can afford to pay for this. Plus, care credit is pretty incredible and same with student tax returns. ;) I saw the doctor in December and finally called and booked my appointment in March and now is the big day. It's all I have been able to talk about for the past few weeks so I am sure my friends and family members are ready for me to get this over with. Most people have been supportive but a lot of people have been telling me that I was 'blessed' but I definitely don't feel that way. My boyfriend really doesn't want to talk about it, but he told me he understands why I want to it, so will support me and take care of me. I wasn't too stoked on that. Everybody here seems to have amazing husbands that would do anything for them. Luckily, I have an amazing roommate and he would do anything for me, and if the boyfriend doesn't see that this is a positive then he's crazy.

The reasons why I finally decided. I recently made it in the 'business world'. I have to wear business clothes, and make sure people are doing what they are supposed to be doing. I have realized that since I am not completely confident with my body, sometimes I worry about being in front of people and feel self conscious. I want to continue moving up in the business world, and I feel this surgery will help me feel more like I belong and will be taken more seriously. I cover my tattoos when I am dressed business casual ;) My parents are very supportive and have helped with the cost a little bit as well. They also think this is the best decision but never knew how to tell me.

My surgery is scheduled today at noon. I stopped drinking liquids this morning at 5:00am. I have cleaned my house. I am starting to get the things that I will need to be at arms length. I am going to go buy a few last minute things that I might not want to retrieve from the store when I am in pain. And then it will be time. I am starting to panic a lot. Last night I couldn't sleep at all. I know it's the right choice, but I am a pansy with pain. I remember waking up from my leg surgery and being in the most unbearable pain I have ever been in in my entire life. Luckily, my doctor told me that my leg surgery is an 8 on a medical pain scale and this surgery is only a 6. So I survived the 8, I can survive the 6! And, honestly, I can't remember the pain from the leg surgery-- just that I was in pain! So I need to toughen up. It's only a few more hours to go. The doctor has been incredible so far. I feel very comfortable with him. Plus he went to the same high school and the same college as me. Obviously not at the same time! I grew up with his nephews as well which has made me feel comfortable and safe with this particular doctor. I can't wait to see the results. Is the pain worth it?!

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J. Gregory Kjar, M.D. (retired)

J. Gregory Kjar, M.D. (retired)

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April 4, 2012
Welcome, Maybe!
How are you feeling? I hope everything went perfectly for you!
The pain is definitely worth it! It really isn't even pain, it's more uncomfortable, especially after the first couple of days. You are going to feel so much better physically and about yourself!
I'm glad you are doing it while you are young. I waited until I was 40 to take the plunge :-)
My husband had always been supportive when I talked about it hypothetically, but when the actual time came that I decided to go for it, he was a bit reluctant. He wasn't going to tell me know, but he didn't really want to talk about it. Now I think he can tell why I wanted it. I feel so much better. My back doesn't hurt constantly. I am more confident and when I started buying new clothes he said, "Wow, you look great!" (Not bad for 40, huh?) My scars are barely noticable, so that is not something that has been an issue for him at all.
I think your boyfriend will realize that this isn't all that bad and when you feel so much better he will be glad you did it. And you are right, you did this for you and noone else. I am glad you have a support system that you can rely on.
Hope you are feeling well. Please give us an update when you feel up to it! But make sure and rest, rest, rest this week!
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Wow. I can't believe how incredibly easy this...

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Wow. I can't believe how incredibly easy this surgery has been for me. I was absolutely terrified of the pain, but it really isn't bad at all. It's more of a burning pain, rather than the sharp pains I felt from my broken leg. If anybody is afraid to do this surgery, they really shouldn't be. It's friday and I am already back to work. I was ready to go back yesterday but thought I should give myself a day. Plus, I am already feeling so much better about myself and my boyfriend gave me two thumbs up. I look so much smaller. Except, I ate a lot of junk food the past four days and wish I could be in the gym working it off right about now..

Here is how it all started..

The day of the surgery I started panicking a lot. Kept thinking that maybe I made the wrong decision. I went to the surgical center and everybody was amazing and kept me at ease. My doctor came in and drew some lines on me that made me think twice about him.. no way those lines were going to help him! Then my anesthesiologist came in and we chatted a lot. He and a nurse took me back to the surgical room, i got on the surgical table and really felt like i was going to panic, but the nurse kept asking me about my job and the next thing I knew I was waking up in the recovery room and wasn't in very much pain! I couldn't believe it. I threw up quite a bit and then went home. Once I got home I threw up a few more times and finally decided to take the anti nausea medication, and seriously even though it was a suppository , it was worth it! I haven't thrown up since.

Wednesday, two days later, I had a lymphatic massage scheduled at my Dr.'s office, which was an excellent idea. That massage made me feel great! Plus, my Dr took out the drains and I started to feel more human. That evening I got dressed, went for a walk, and got some take out. It felt amazing. I even felt cute.

Thursday, I was finally able to shower and actually got to see the frankenboobies. They are a tad scary, but i love them. I want them to stay this awesome and perky forever, but I know that they wont. My doctor thinks I'll be a small C, but honestly I am happy they are gone. I started to worry I was going too small, but I feel so good right now and I always hated what I had before, I know this is perfect.

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April 6, 2012
congrats! they look amazing!
April 6, 2012
Sounds like you are doing wonderfully! You look great. How much tissue did you have removed? What kind of work do you do? To be back at work is phenominal...you are wonder woman!
April 6, 2012
Thank you! I only worked a half day, got a bit sore and thought it was best to rest! He took out 600 cc said it was about a pound and a half. They seem to be bigger tban a c but I am happpy how they feel that I am not worried how big they end up, as at least they're a pound anda half lighter! Do you know how long this itching will last? It's definitely been the most uncomfortable part! So not too bad!
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April 7, 2012
Welcome! I am so glad you shared your story. This is a great site! I think you look great but still swollen. I can't believe you went back to work so soon. I took 3 weeks off! Never heard of the massage. I bet that did feel good! I'm glad you are happy with your decision. If you have any questions just ask! Keep us posted when you can.
April 7, 2012
I noticed that I hadn't read about anybody else getting the massage either! My PS is in a spa, so he includes two massages and scar treatment when somebody is paying for the surgery themselves. It really helped me a lot and I have another one on Wednesday. I'll ask what he believes the massages do for healing, I'm not sure why I didn't ask during the first massage! And definitely swollen! I am so ready to see the final results, but i'll be patient! How long were yours swollen for?
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April 8, 2012
I think almost 4 weeks.
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April 7, 2012
Wow, you have quite a story there, but it sounds like it has a happy ending.. You look great, and I can't believe that you went back to work so soon! I'm glad, though, that you did not work the whole day. Please don't overdo it, even if you do feel good. I also wanted to say welcome to the forum. There are so many different experiences by the members here, and there are a great many good tips and ideas also. Again, welcome, and be sure to keep us updated as your healing process continues.
April 7, 2012
Thank you, that is definitely good advice! I'll make sure to work as little as possible and rest as often as possible! So far I am very excited. I can't believe how much smaller I appear and how much better clothes look! It really has given me some much needed confidence!
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One week post op and I am noticing that around my...

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One week post op and I am noticing that around my nipples my breast is very red. Is this normal? Or have I pushed myself too hard? I've also found a few rashes on my torso and arms, but I have very sensitive skin. I am feeling a lot better today than the past few days. I still think the pain has been very minimal. Also, I've noticed a lot of people have been worried about drains. I had them, and I thought they were just fine. It was kind of gross to have my fluids pinned to my shirt for the first few days, but they were easy to manage and easy to have taken out and definitely not something to worry about in my opinion. I still have the steri strips on but that seems to be regular for this time post op. I see my PS on Wednesday and have another lymphatic massage. I can't wait. I'm a bit worried about the redness so I am glad that is coming up and the last massage left me feeling great. Still definitely a good decision in my book. I can't wait until they aren't so swollen so that I can sleep a bit better and see the end results, at least a peak!

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April 10, 2012

Hi May! Glad you are still feeling pretty good.

I had some redness on each breast. It worried me quite a bit. It wasn't a rash, didn't itch, wasn't a bruise. I had my primary care provider, as well as the plastic surgeon a week later, look at it and they both said that it was just part of the healing process. I'm very fair skinned and my skin does seem to blush or flush with any change of emotion or environment and they said that my skin on my breasts were just reacting to the trauma. But certainly have it checked out. It will be good that you are going on Wednesday so that your PS can look at it.

I too thought it all was a little too easy. Glad you are doing so well. Keep us posted on your progress!