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Hello! I've been reading everyone's reviewe and...
Rayna775April 10, 2015
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Hello! I've been reading everyone's reviewe and comments for about 6 weeks now and thought it was time to join the fun. I have pretty much the same story as most of you...large from a very young age. I'm 5'1", about 135lbs., and a 32e. My surgery is scheduled for April 27 and I'm getting pretty nervous. I'm a curvy girl with a big butt and hips and don't want to appear too bottom heavy after my surgery. But, my large boobs are just not pretty, so I guess I'm switching quantity for quality (hopefully!). I'm most nervous about the recovery period. I gain weight very easily and work out a ton, so sitting around for a month with little to know activity is going to drive me crazy, both mentally and physically. Thanks in advance for all the support. Everyone on here seems great and it's nice to be able to communicate with others who know what I'm going through!
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11 days pre
Any regrets?
Rayna775April 15, 2015
Hi everyone. I'm about 10 days away from my surgery and am getting excited/nervous! I'm just curious, is there anyone who has any regrets about getting the surgery? Anyone miss having a large chest? My insurance has approved my surgery, and I'm just getting nervous about now having control over how much tissue is removed. I'm 5'1", 130lbs., and a 32ddd. I'm still hoping for a larger chest in order to keep my body proportional. Ideally I'd like a 32d. Does anyone else regret going too small?
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December 12, 2018
I turn 24 in a month and I’ve been thinking about getting a reduction since I can remember. I’m 5’2” and 115 lbs and am a 34DDD. My only fear is regretting the reduction if it goes bad, if the scars are really ugly, losing feeling, etc.
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Having major buyer's remorse
Rayna775May 12, 2015
I'm feeling a little emotional today, which I know from reading all the reviews that that is normal, but I'm majorly regretting my decision to have insurance pay for my surgery. When I went in for my consultation, I said that I wanted a full C or a D in order to keep my proportions. Then my doctor submitted a request to my insurance company, which got approved easily. However, when I showed up for surgery (didn't have another appointment in between consultation and surgery), my doctor informed me that I would be a B after surgery. I told him I wasn't comfortable with that, but I was literally already in the hospital all ready for surgery. Sure enough, I'm a B and I absolutely hate it. I don't feel like myself and feel way out of proportion. I'm hoping this feeling is temporary, but I majorly regret having an insurance company dictate what I do to my body. Wish I would have saved up for a few years and made my own decision.
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May 15, 2015
I am 5'8, 183 pounds and a size 38H. My doc says with my frame he would take me to a D, which I kept thinking is too small. My concern is that I've been a big chested gal all my life and that it's part of my identity. After going back and forth about it in my head and reading different reviews that many woman will go up a cup size after their surgery I decided that a D cup would be proportionate to my body, and if I ever feel like I'm lacking in the boob department (which is a crazy thought looking down at these big knockers!) then I can always get a padded bra. I'm sorry you're not happy and I fully understand your frustration. However, you sound like you're petite and I imagine that a B cup would be proportionate with your body. Give it time. I also hear that many women get very emotional and may have regrets about it in the beginning. I wish you the best and hope you will learn to love your new breasts and the new wardrobe that comes with it.
May 15, 2015
Thank you so much for your kind words! It has been emotional, but as you said I've realized that there are still options for me if I really decide I want to be a bit bigger. Best of luck to you with your surgery and recovery!
May 10, 2018
I had my reduction 5/5/2018, when you go through insurance you have no choice, to get approved with Athem they use a formula and based on the results the surgeon is required to remove a certain amount of breast tissue. This is why some patients are dissatisfied with the outcome of smaller breast but the surgeon is meeting the requirements for payment by the insurance. This is why it's so important that patients understand how much tissue is being taken off each breast and convert that to pounds. I will be lad to answer any questions
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I will be thinking about you on the 27th and sending positive thoughts your way. You will love the results.