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First Day After Breast Reduction - Edinburgh, GB
UPDATED FROM af2631
16 days post
Two weeks post op
af2631August 29, 2016
WORTH IT$6,000
Well that's two weeks past now. I have gone through all my clothes and threw half of them out! Gosh I had so many frumpy tops bought to hide a multitude of sins! Lots of things still fitting but just sit they way they should now - it has been liberating! I have another one week off before I go back to work. I haven't made it common knowledge that I was getting a breast reduction and was a little apprehensive about what to wear so as not to draw attention to the change! I am now used to my new look so I feel so what- I will wear whatever I want. no one will probably ask me to my face anyhow!???? I have uploaded a couple of photos. Things are healing well, and I go back to get dressings changed and stitches out on Thursday. I still feel a little tender at times but perfectly manageable. So pleased I did this!
UPDATED FROM af2631
5 days post
Five days post op
af2631August 18, 2016
I went back to clinic today to get my dressings looked at. Nurse reckoned I was back too soon but she took off the bulk of the dressing. I still have tape underneath and on nipples. This has been the first day without painkillers, which is good. However, I have had a very low energy day and had to pop back to bed for a nap a couple of times. Things are getting very itchy now Any suggestions to combat this would be gratefully received. I have bio oil to put on but at five days I think this mAy be too early to do this.
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August 21, 2016
I am also looking at breast reduction with Spire but am unsure how to chose a surgeon - how did you choose your surgeon? Still unsure if I am doing the right thing - a little scared!
August 22, 2016
I had looked up the internet to see which surgeons were appropriate. I had come across an organisation called quaba which consists of three plastic surgeons. They have been established for a good number of years. They do their private work in conjunction with spire They stood out above the others in my mind, then I happened to have a conversation with the girl who I regularly go to for back massages. She out if the blue mentioned this organisation of plastic surgeons. They had an excellent reputation by all accounts. I contacted quaba who were so professional from the beginning, pleasant professional and discreet. I asked the person I spoke to who of the three was better placed to do my surgery. She of course said all three were excellent. However I had tried to find out all I could from internet ROTC and decided me Anderson stood out to me. He works for Lothian nhs and also does private work with quaba He is renowned for reconstruction work from mastectomy. I had also been told that his work was amazing from someone who had undergone mastectomy surgery with him and they were amazed by the condition of their scars. It just seemed to fall into place for me, I went for a consultation with him and had no doubts he was the right surgeon for me. I would say do your research if possible get first hand accounts. Once you are confident about your surgeon. Go for it, don't waste time. My experience is the worry and anxiety us far worse than the reality. I am 8 days post op. Feel tender at timex and still not overdoing it but can't believe how good I feel. Hope all goes well for you and I would I've to hear your decision in the end. Good luck
August 22, 2016
Thank you so much for all your info - I shall keep you posted- lots and lots of luck and I shall look forward to your updates.
August 24, 2016
Hope all is still going well for you. I have just made an appointment with Dr Anderson so will let you know how I get on.
August 24, 2016
Ah well done. I am now on my 10th day post op and feel great. Little tender but nothing bad. Still off work but doing housework shopping etc. so all good. Still sitting propped up trying to sleep at night so looking forward to getting back to sleeping on my side. I will post photos after my next appointment next Thursday. Glad you have made the decision to meet the consultant. He will reassure you this is the way to go. Keep me posted
UPDATED FROM af2631
2 days post
I am 52 years old, 5 ft 1.5 32h bra and around 10 stone
af2631August 15, 2016
Got out from hospital a day early because things had gone well. I am on day three now and other than feeling a bit bashed and bruised coping really well. I am keeping up the medication regularly. I have one wee nippy bit on my right side but think it is a stitch or staple in a bit tight. Nothing unbearable though. I still have to move my bowels ( sorry folks). But taking laxative and hoping for the best. I had a shallow bath today as determined to keep dressings totally dry. I go for a check up on Thursday and get my dressings changed. So will keep you posted then. They are looking good - so pleased! Apologies for photos. They keep going upside down
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August 15, 2016
You look great already! Hope your getting plenty of rest and fluids. How does the netting feel? I have never seen it used over here in the States but it does look as if it would give more support and comfort. I am still awaiting approval/non approval from my insurance.
August 15, 2016
Thankyou. I have taken three weeks off work and I am enjoying resting and being looked after by my family. The netting feels comfortable and I also have not had any drains which I believe is a bonus. Dressing gets changed on Thursday. So will be able to update further then.
August 15, 2016
I too am scheduled for the spire in cheshire on 3rd September with Mr lambe. I am very nervous and up and down as to wether im doing the right thing. I'm 102lbs 5ft and wear 30f bra. I've gone up 2 cup sizes since the menopause and they hang so low! My surgeon has told me I can go to a full c or small d, not sure what that means but still seems 'big' to the rest of me! I think you look fab and I'm taking heart from the fact that you had yours done at the spire. Good luck with the rest of your recovery
August 15, 2016
I can only say good things about the spire. They will take you frame into consideration so try and not worry and trust your surgeons judgement. My surgeon was initially going to take more off than he did but after assessing my frame he changed his view. So far very happy. So good luck when your turn comes.
August 17, 2016
Hi I'm from Glasgow and getting br in September I am terrified I keep asking myself if I'm doing the right thing I'm a 36gg and I'm expected to go to a D cup I'm really afraid of waking up in terrible pain did that happen to you? Do you think three weeks will be enough time off for recovery? Sorry about the questions I just need some reassurance thanks and hope your healing is going well
August 17, 2016
Hi. I have taken three weeks off work and was told two would be enough but I felt the extra week would be beneficial. I have never felt terrible pain, when I first woke up my chest felt a bit tight and a feeling like sunburn. I have taken regular painkillers and at day four I still am taking them regularly. My pain has never been bad, one or two out of ten at the most . At day four I am feeling a wee bit bruised but nothing unmanageable at all. I am so pleased with my results. So try and not worry it will be worth it, and you will cope no problem. I am getting my dressings changed tomorrow so will update then. I hope this has helped. I can't wait until the time I can shop for lovely new clothes. Good luck and if I can help boost your confidence again just keep asking .
August 17, 2016
Thank you so much that's made me feel a lot better good luck for tomorrow hope all goes well with your change of dtessings
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