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Such A Difference!

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Jugs McGee85
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I never thought I would have to shop online for bras because stores simply don’t have anything that fits my boobs :( I’ve always had pretty big breasts, started at a small C in HS then gradually got to where I am now. I’m currently 200lbs at 5’5” (overweight) but even when I was still at a point where I could do high intensity workouts, even getting down to 170lbs didn’t help the tata’s...they were still a G cup. Very depressing. I’ve always had to find tops that didn’t show any cleavage which ended up making me look even bulkier. Bathing suits were not even an option. Always wearing cardigans or Something on top to unsuccessfully disguise the girls from everyone, even in summer (which made them stand out even More). I’ve spent years trying to pretend they weren’t there, kind of mentally disassociating from them I guess? But my back definitely still knew they were there, lol. Leaning over to scrub the bathtub, or to do anything really was painful. I’ve gotten pretty good at keeping them from developing rashes due to the constant moisture and lack of air, deodorant and baby powder were a daily ritual. Sometimes I even had to resort to pantiliners Or folded up paper towels on particularly hot days (blech). So I finally bit the bullet, luckily I’m on my husbands awesome insurance and they got back to the surgeon in a week approving my surgery. I’ve already been to my pre-op appointment, and I’m 2 weeks away from the big day! I reaaally want to be somewhere in the realm of a full C, I never want to go back to online bra shopping again. My surgeon recommended a D because I want to lose more weight (since exercise will be way easier) and he didn’t want my breasts to become disproportionate to my body (aka shrink to nothing). But to be honest...I really would not mind if that happened, lol. After spending so long with these giant chesticles weighing me down, I would Not mind if they shrunk to ping pong balls! I don’t feel like breasts define me in any way, so far they’ve really just been a burden: The source of unwanted stares, conversation and discomfort/pain. But that’s just my own personal opinion. I will post updates to the multiverse as they happen, in case my story helps anyone else the way me of yours helped me :)

Jugs McGee85's provider

Brian M. Showalter, MD

Brian M. Showalter, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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January 8, 2019
Did u have to loose weight and be at a certain BMI before the surgery was done?
UPDATED FROM Jugs McGee85
11 days pre

Currently Cup Size H/I ...Ready to be a C/D!!!

Jugs McGee85
Can’t wait for these melons to become, I dunno, apples maybe? What’s a better fruit to describe C/D cups? Lol. I’m lucky my mom will be here to help with first few days post-op. I’ll have a recliner as my bed until I can sleep on the mattress again. I know Dr. S said he would more than likely give me drains, which I’ve heard is gross But will potentially help me heal faster because of the amount being removed, so I’m okay with that. I plan to binge rewatch all seasons of Buffy the Vampire Slayer during my recovery, everyone around me will just have to deal ; P

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August 14, 2018
Congratulations on your decision to do this. You will be thrilled with the new you. You look to be about the size I was. I don't know what size I was because it had been years since I was properly sized. I was wearing a 44 DDD, but after my surgery discovered that I'm really a 40 band size. My PS took 700g from each breast and a further 750cc of lipo under the arms. I ended up a B cup and couldn't be happier. All the best to you. What is your surgery date?
August 17, 2018
Sorry I just figured out how to reply to you, lol. I ended up posting a reply comment to myself
August 17, 2018
Thanks for the well wishes :) I’m really nervous, and excited. I keep worrying about nipple necrosis though, but if it happens it happens. A B cup, that’s amazing! No more back I pain I bet? I’m Hoping for a C, but I know it’s hard to get an exact cup size. I honestly don’t know my true cup size a t moment. Any tips for an easier recovery that you gained from your experience?
August 18, 2018
From your update below, it looks like you're well prepared. As many have said before me, get lots of rest and don't try to do anything too exerting too early. Be sure to have someone to look after you for the first few days. Be prepared to deal with constipation as the drugs do a number on your bowels. Lastly, don't worry if it hurts more than you expect. I know I read here that most women experienced little pain and mostly discomfort and so I was disappointed when I felt considerable pain that lasted at least a week. However after the first week, things got better and better every day and now, 18 months P.O. all that pain is a distant memory. Now, I enjoy better posture and a more normal size. I buy so much clothing that I have to give away some of my older stuff. Shopping for clothes is so much fun now. Good luck and keep me posted.
August 26, 2018
Well I did it! 3 days post op and feeling like new person already :) Take a look at my update pics and let me know what you think! I’m very happy so far, just need to work on taking it easy like you said. It’s a lot harder than it sounds!
UPDATED FROM Jugs McGee85
4 days pre

5 days until surgery!

Jugs McGee85
Getting anxious/excited/nervous. Ordered some supplies from Amazon: a 2 pack of front-close sport bras for when I transition out of the surgical bra, and Arnica cream to help reduce some bruising and swelling. Working on getting my little ‘recovery zone’ set up with the recliner and supplies on a side table so everything is within reach. Thinking about getting some nursing pads from a suggestion I found on here, so it can maybe help keep the bra clean from any discharge/bleeding. Still doing tons of research on recovery and anything that can go wrong just so I can get mentally prepared for the outcome. Fingers crossed everything will go smoothly though????

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