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45yo, 36 F/G, So Ready For This! Fayetteville, GA
UPDATED FROM sgw123
30 days post
One month post-op
I had my one month post-op appointment this week. Righty is still healing really slowly, but the nipple is finally healed. They cut away the scab on the vertical incision and I'm to keep using the treated gauze on it until all the yellow goes away. Lefty looks really good. I still have some puffing out on the sides and I'm still a little numb from the lipo. I also still have pain if I overdo it, but all in all I think I'm healing well.
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UPDATED FROM sgw123
13 days post
Two Week Post-Op
I went in for my two-week post-op appointment today. Lefty is healing really well. Righty is having blood flow issues, but they're improving so I just have to keep putting the treated gauze on it. I can also stop wearing the binder, which is awesome news. I still have pain on the sides, occasional zingers, and of course on the incisions if I stand for too long, but all in all I'm feeling really good. I love how small my breasts are now!
I'm finally leaving to spend time with my family tomorrow, so I probably won't update for two more weeks.
I'm finally leaving to spend time with my family tomorrow, so I probably won't update for two more weeks.
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UPDATED FROM sgw123
8 days post
Well, that was a terrible idea...
I felt more energetic yesterday, so I went for a walk in the morning and walked about a mile, then another half mile with my husband later in the day. Boy, are my boobs sore, especially at the big incisions underneath. I guess I should try baby steps instead! I'm also not sleeping as well in the recliner anymore because it's starting to hurt my upper back. So all in all, the last couple of days haven't been great, but I know I'm still having an easier time of it than some folks so I'll keep my complaining to a minimum...
On the bright side, the swelling on my sides has gone down quite a bit and the bruises are starting to yellow. They're still painful/numb to the touch, but they're getting there. I still don't have much swelling in my breasts even after yesterday's adventure, so it looks like the arnica and bromelain are really helping on that front.
I think I'll take it really easy today :)
On the bright side, the swelling on my sides has gone down quite a bit and the bruises are starting to yellow. They're still painful/numb to the touch, but they're getting there. I still don't have much swelling in my breasts even after yesterday's adventure, so it looks like the arnica and bromelain are really helping on that front.
I think I'll take it really easy today :)
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November 12, 2015
Be kind and patient with yourself. I would post up before and after pics. But I am having issues. The right the skin has died at the incision line so it looks very ugly. But follow up with Dr tomorrow to see how I am doing.
November 12, 2015
Argh, I'm so sorry you're having to deal with that. I hope everything goes okay at the doctor tomorrow. Let me know how it goes!
November 13, 2015
The Dr said no infection and everything is healing find. They fee
I will have very little scarring from it. Feeling better about it. I even drive and it wasn't too bad. Starting back to work on Monday
I will have very little scarring from it. Feeling better about it. I even drive and it wasn't too bad. Starting back to work on Monday
November 13, 2015
Oh, good! I'm so glad to hear that! Best of luck Monday - take it as easy as you can.
November 12, 2015
If you have access to a chiropractor or manual manipulation doctor I would highly suggest giving that a try for your back. I had one session since my surgery and it did wonders for all of the kinks and stuff that got whacked out of place during my sleeping woes. I was worried at first that he would not be able to work on me due to the surgery but he was able to do all the manipulation from a sitting up position and never once coming near or threatening the wellbeing of my breasts which I am still overly sensitive to any possible touch. I had considered rescheduling my appointment because I knew there was no way I would be laying on my belly. Even the idea of laying flat on my back made me nervous but the doctor said "just because you're used to me treating you one way does not mean there are no other treatment options. I treat people in the hospital who have just had open heart surgery." Anyhow, just something to think about if the back continues to bother. It was kind of like a reset button for me back pain wise.
November 12, 2015
THANK YOU, Jayann! My brain being currently broken, I didn't even think about going to the chiropractor - even though I have one I go to regularly. I've already been and have another appt scheduled for Monday and am feeling much, much better. You rock!
November 12, 2015
So awesome! I am glad they were able to get you in so quickly and that it made a difference for you as well!
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