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Hi! I'm a 32 years old girl from Ohio. 5'10" med...
ohiogirl41July 25, 2012
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Hi! I'm a 32 years old girl from Ohio. 5'10" med frame with 34G's and I have my first consultation next week on Aug 1st for breast reduction surgery.. I'm nervous and excited. I've already seen my primary care doctor and she agreed I should be able to get it approved by my health insurance policy. I've dealt with horrible back pain, neck and numbness in my hands for years along with a lot of other issues. I'm a little scared though. I'm not worried about the scars but that I'll miss what I had. Is it normal to feel this way?
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4 months pre
So I've been reading all kinds of reviews and...
ohiogirl41July 27, 2012
So I've been reading all kinds of reviews and blogs about BR and I am getting really excited about my up coming consult next Wed. I am a little worried they will want me to loss some weight before hand. I'm pretty tall and muscular but I have about 15 - 20 pounds to loss off my waist. I broken my ankle 4 months ago so that really messed up my workout and eating habits but I'm getting back on track. I really don't have to many worries about the surgery except for the anesthesia. That scares the CRAP out of me. For my ankle surgery I only had a leg block and gas so I was breathing on my own. I don't like the thought of being paralyzed and having a machine breath for me. That just sends my anxiety through the roof.
So I have more questions about the different scar technique. Anchor pattern, inverted-T incision, lollipop incision or Horizontal scar technique. Which ones are better. I have large round bobbies with not to much sagging. I will post a pic soon. I'm a little nervous about doing that but we all have big boobies right??? lol
So I have more questions about the different scar technique. Anchor pattern, inverted-T incision, lollipop incision or Horizontal scar technique. Which ones are better. I have large round bobbies with not to much sagging. I will post a pic soon. I'm a little nervous about doing that but we all have big boobies right??? lol
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July 27, 2012
Hey, ohiogirl32! My PS told me today that he prefers the lollipop or anchor and that it is my choice as to which one to do. Guess that means more research. :) I was super nervous that they wouldn't approve me, but I got my approval today and am elated.
July 28, 2012
How exciti I am for you all!! I am set to go August 30! This is a wonderful place to be for support and info!! Check out the july boards you will read first hand experiences! Welcome to the sisterhood!!
July 28, 2012
I had my surgery 2 weeks ago. It was the first surgery I've ever had. I was scared of the IV (i know funny) but honestly, it wasn't bad at all. You dont even remember the time, I was asleep before I knew it.. :) Ask me any questions you'd like- you can pm me too
September 13, 2012
Darla, I am having BR surgery on 10/18 and it will be my first surgery ever. I am really nervous about it. How was your pain after wards?
September 13, 2012
Okay, I'm not Darla, but wanted to say good luck with your surgery!! The only other surgery I've had was an emerbency C-section. It went really well. I hate pain medication, but stayed on it for a few days post op and it was fine. Many ladies have said, and I would agree, that the hardest part of this whole process is waiting from the time of scheduling surgery to the actual day. After that pales in comparison.
July 28, 2012
Ohio girl!
I did the lollipop one. No unnecessary scarring under the breast and a more natural aftermath according to my research. Better chance of retaining nipple sensation as well.
I was scared of general anesthesia just like you are. I had zero experience. You can ask doctor to give you a sedative beforehand to calm you on the way in. You aren't paralyzed either like you are with a spinal block. One minute I was chatting with the team about what music would be playing while the IV was going in and then I was waking up in the recovery room! You are out into sleep land in an instance. No time for thought. And it's not gradual. Wake up seemless. Now that I know what to expect, I'm cool with it. Good luck!
I did the lollipop one. No unnecessary scarring under the breast and a more natural aftermath according to my research. Better chance of retaining nipple sensation as well.
I was scared of general anesthesia just like you are. I had zero experience. You can ask doctor to give you a sedative beforehand to calm you on the way in. You aren't paralyzed either like you are with a spinal block. One minute I was chatting with the team about what music would be playing while the IV was going in and then I was waking up in the recovery room! You are out into sleep land in an instance. No time for thought. And it's not gradual. Wake up seemless. Now that I know what to expect, I'm cool with it. Good luck!
July 29, 2012
Hey Ohio! Welcome to our little corner of the web. I don't think your weight will be a problem given the ankle circumstances. I broke mine too but had GA for the internal fixation. They must have made significant improvements in GA since then as I have never had such a clear recovery as I did with the BR two weeks (almost). Beth is right, you are not paralyzed, just unconscious. Awake one moment, small boobs the next it seems! If you read more reviews you will see that a lot were nervous about it beforehand and after, they are "what the hell was I worried about?"
This place is a great resource for information, support, and encouragement. We on the other side are more than thrilled to share our experiences, the good and bad, offer advice, and the reassurance that everything you are thinking/feeling is normal is invaluable in helping get through any rough patches on the road.
This place is a great resource for information, support, and encouragement. We on the other side are more than thrilled to share our experiences, the good and bad, offer advice, and the reassurance that everything you are thinking/feeling is normal is invaluable in helping get through any rough patches on the road.
July 30, 2012
Thanks for the kind words BBG. i have my good days where i'm not so scared and other days where i'm kind of a mess. i just need to take baby steps and more than anything make it to my first consult appt.
August 2, 2012
I forgot to added before they said my weight was fine given my height and muscular build...but that doesn't mean i'm not going to try to slim down over the next few months
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3 months pre
I forgot this....She said she was going to make me...
ohiogirl41August 1, 2012
I forgot this....She said she was going to make me a C. I can not believe I'm going to be a C. i haven't been a C since I was a young teenager, She said she would most likely take about 600 out my right and 700 out of my left. *smile* I can't wait!!!
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August 2, 2012
hey ohio! I'm in the same boat with just having my consultations 2 weeks ago, waiting on the insurance info! Wish you the best of luck with insurance and keep us posted!
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