5 Weeks Post-Op

I went for my 6-month post-op. Everything went very well and the doctor was very pleased with how everything looked. He asked if I was okay with the size and I told him that even though I was hoping to be smaller, I was very pleased with the end result. He then took a look and palpated around my left breast which is the one that I was having pain in until recently. He then pointed out that I had a slight hollowing effect. Has anybody heard of that. When he pointed it out to me, I could definitely see it. He explained that if he made me even smaller, the hollowing out would definitely have been noticeable. I told the doctor how much I appreciate him and how he changed my life. I feel better not only physically but emotionally, too. He said that's what it's all about, helping women and changing their lives for the better.
I'm sad that he is moving on to another opportunity because the company that owns the practice is closing that location because it's not profitable enough. The office just opened less than a year ago from another location.

Updated on 15 Jan 2013:
I saw the PS today to have some sutures removed that were poking through the skin. I'm still having a bit more discomfort on the left side. The doctor asked me today if I posted my post-op pictures online, LOL. I told him yes and that I was glad to find this website. I also told him that I gave me a great review. He deserves it because he really was great. Great bedside manner, great at explaining things, etc. I can't say enough good about him and I will definitely be a return customer should the need arise for other conditions. He was pleased with how my scars are looking already. He didn't feel that I need to do use anything to heal up the scars. He just strongly recommended that I use sunscreen if I ever decide to do tanning on that area. I think he meant the tanning bed because there is no way in heck that I'm going to be tanning topless somewhere.
I have a question for those who run. How long after surgery did you wait before running again? I'm already back at the gym doing low impact Zumba. I was able to increase the intensity this week but I kept the jumping stuff to a very minimum. Thursday will be 5 weeks for me. I'm anxious to get back into full swing with my fitness routine.
By the way, I did remove my pictures. I didn't intend to leave them up for an extended time but I just wanted to share along with this kind and supportive group. I'm glad I found this site because it really helped ease my mind about some things. I think I shared previously how this was my 3rd attempt to get my insurance to cover the surgery. I really think this new doctor advocated better for me than the previous doctor. I'll be forever grateful for him because he has helped to change my life. I feel so much more confident. My comfort level is greatly improved, too. No more neck or shoulder pain. And no more feeling self-conscious because of the large breasts. I'm looking forward to wearing my swimsuit without wearing a shirt over it.

 

I saw the PS today to have some sutures removed that were poking through the skin. I'm still having a bit more discomfort on the left side. The doctor asked me today if I posted my post-op pictures online, LOL. I told him yes and that I was glad to find this website. I also told him that I gave me a great review. He deserves it because he really was great. Great bedside manner, great at explaining things, etc. I can't say enough good about him and I will definitely be a return customer should the need arise for other conditions. He was pleased with how my scars are looking already. He didn't feel that I need to do use anything to heal up the scars. He just strongly recommended that I use sunscreen if I ever decide to do tanning on that area. I think he meant the tanning bed because there is no way in heck that I'm going to be tanning topless somewhere.
I have a question for those who run. How long after surgery did you wait before running again? I'm already back at the gym doing low impact Zumba. I was able to increase the intensity this week but I kept the jumping stuff to a very minimum. Thursday will be 5 weeks for me. I'm anxious to get back into full swing with my fitness routine.
By the way, I did remove my pictures. I didn't intend to leave them up for an extended time but I just wanted to share along with this kind and supportive group. I'm glad I found this site because it really helped ease my mind about some things. I think I shared previously how this was my 3rd attempt to get my insurance to cover the surgery. I really think this new doctor advocated better for me than the previous doctor. I'll be forever grateful for him because he has helped to change my life. I feel so much more confident. My comfort level is greatly improved, too. No more neck or shoulder pain. And no more feeling self-conscious because of the large breasts. I'm looking forward to wearing my swimsuit without wearing a shirt over it.