Natrelle Soft Touch Silicone Implants Under the Muscle - 38 yo, no kids, BWD 13.5cm, SSM-360 SSM-375

I hear you! I think the nerves and sensations are trying to regenerate in my right nipple and my left incision and every once in a while, I’ll get a zing of pain, but it’s completely tolerable. Stay on the med schedule for at least 4 days before you try to stretch out the meds and wean off. I’ve found that doing the 5mg Oxycodone first, then 1000mg Tylenol 2 hours later, then the 2mg Diazepam thrown in there appropriately has made this experience practically pain free. Today’s the day I’m going to start trying to space the meds out more, but if there’s any substantial discomfort, I’m going right back to what’s been working. I hope that recommendation helps!

Right now I’m technically day 2 post-op. I had it on 13 March. Do you find the Oxy makes you nauseas? I’ve got Tramalan which is for the hardcore pain and Stilpaine for the moderate, which is all I’m using now. I’m afraid to take a shower tho and overdo it! I know that if I move around too much, I start having much more significant aches.. suppose that’s my body’s way of saying, hey take it easy lady! And this whole not leaving the house thing is starting to make me stir crazy lol

The 5mg Oxy’s don’t make me nauseous, but I know from past experience that 10mg makes me vomit. Would your surgeon call in a script for Zofran for you? It’s anti-nausea and would help when coupled with the pain meds. And it’s fairly inexpensive, too. When I showered, used only my hands with soap to clean my breasts gently (I wash clothed the rest of my body), and then used the Hibiclens on them, just for the antiseptic properties. But go easy with the scrubbing, don’t engage your pec muscles too much. If you’re starting to get sore, lie down in a recliner position and drink a lot of water. Idk if I’ve mentioned this, but i also sell breast implants for a living, so I’m pretty comfortable speaking to post-op management

I’ve actually got Zofran, and luckily I only took a dose of the painkillers this morning and have quit taking them now.. fingers crossed I don’t need them anymore! The constipation though from the meds in insane. Is recovery going pretty smooth still on your end?

And no I didn’t know you sold them. I can imagine you have a lot of familiarity with the surgery in general which is fab!

Yes, Miralax is your friend!! I take some on an empty stomach first thing in the morning, and then again sometime during the day. It has been very helpful in getting things moving while I’ve been taking the Oxycodone. I’ve had almost no pain throughout this process, I consider myself really lucky. My left pec muscle has been starting to spasm, but not painfully, and the Valium has been helping to minimize it. I haven’t had to take the Zofran yet, but it’s just good to have on hand. How are you feeling today?

I def need to get Miralax or something similar since I’m not having much luck in that dept. I decided to quickly go to the mall yesterday evening (totally forgot its carnival!) as I needed some sort of support bra. My doc has said I don’t need it but only get one of the very light ones that aren’t tight, so that the fluids from the OP aren’t constricted and can pass through my system easier. Maybe it’s silly but I’ve felt like I just need to hold them in place so there’s not a big gap forming, as I’m lying around so much! Unwarranted? After finding a bra and walking around a bit I started to feel light headed and chest felt like it was lightly spasming/tightening up, so I went home. Suppose that’s because it’s the most waking around I’ve done yet. Is any feeling coming back to yours yet?

I ordered a surgical bra from RXBra.com. I really like it, it’s super comfy, but also like $80. You can get some less expensive ones from Amazon for around $20. I would suggest buying more than one so you can swap them out regularly and launder them. And if you haven’t already seen my previous post about the memory foam wedge, look back at my pictures. It’s a 12” tall memory foam cheese wedge that I sleep on to keep me elevated at a 45° angle while I’m relaxing or sleeping. There’s also another wedge that you can get for under your knees/legs so that you’re in a reclined position. I’ve got mine set up on my couch, but you can set it up on your bed, too. It’s really comfy and also allows gravity to pull the bruising and fluid down. I experience minimal swelling in the mornings. You definitely don’t want to be lying down flat in the early stages of healing. Do you have the ability to sleep sitting up somehow?

Thanks, that’s super helpful. Which bras did you purchase on Amazon? I’m in South Africa so the selection might be a bit different but I’m sure close enough :-) on sleeping, I’ve got so many pillows! It’s like a fortress lol. And have stayed at a 45 degree angle or higher every night with a cushion under my legs. It’s okay but I definitely miss side sleeping! Have you been out during the day at all?

I finally ventured out yesterday to see my horse because I missed her so much! I was only out for about an hour, but it was enough to make me sleepy, so I took a 2 hour nap when I got home. I’m actually going back to the barn today for an hour or two, so I’ll let you know how it goes. As for bras... Try this link: BRABIC Women Post-Surgical Sports Support Bra Front Closure with Adjustable Straps Wirefree Racerback (Beige Support Bra, M (fit for 34B 34C 34D 36A)) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JLRMS5Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_JDJJCbRHMQQ23 But this one is the BEST, even my surgeon commented on how nice it was: https://www.rxbra.com/

Ohh thank you! I’m going to check if I can get this. Let’s see :-) did you go back to the barn? I went for lunch and it was so nice to get out. Suffice to say I was so tired. Planned power cuts in our area also helped me rest as my apt was just lit by candles. Kinda like being lulled to sleep!

I did go back to the barn! Everyone was so good to carry everything for me and work my horse for me, since I can’t ride. It was awesome to get out and breathe in some fresh air, even if it was barn air! Today was a busy day, too. My sister drove me to my an appointment and we did some shopping. But now I’m home and ready for a nap. I feel pretty drained. I hope you have power back! How are you feeling today? And were you able to find that bra?

I did yes but customs and shipping costs more than the actual product. Ha, C’est la vie! So great that you got to go to the barn! That little outing really lifts the spirits. Have our gone out again since? I’m feeling a bit better, just a bit tight in the mornings and a general heavy feeling. I’m having one of those days where I’m looking at the recovery process, lost time, future (or potential) complications and wondering if it’s truly worth it.. I don’t regret it, but you know, it’s just a passing feeling. It’s partially because I was a having a slight toothache, and a quick google search said dental work and infections could potentially contribute to CC, although there’s no definitive science that proves this. Because of this some doctors recommend antibiotics when you get dental work. It just made me think, so dental work is even a challenge now and I need to take antibiotics every time I have it???! That’s insane. And I have my dads English teeth which means cavity prone lol. Have you ever heard about this in the convos you’ve had with the PSs you work with? Sorry I’m a bit of a bummer today argh! Ill be better soon. Hope you are feeling better?