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BR for "THE GIRLS" ! - Frederick, MD
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I can pretty much relate to everything you all...
I can pretty much relate to everything you all have said. My size, well I am in denial as to my true size, but I can say that a 36DD is over flowing, I have always been to embarrassed to go and get measured the right way. If I had to guess....36DDD or even a 38 DD. My upper back is always bothering, shoulders, and even creases in my shoulders from too much weight. I have never seemed to "stand up straight" because the girls are so heavy and I feel when I do "they" walk in the room before me !
My surgery in July 30th and I am nervous as all get out. Reading these reviews does help and I enjoy the support from everyone. The only people that know about my BR are my kids, husband and sister in law, I have not told any of my family members, I just don't think they will understand.
I would like some advise if anyone can advise : I do NOT tolerate any type of narcotics, has anyone else had this issue and what were you given for pain?
I plan to add photos soon and will update my review as I get closer to the "BIG DAY".
My surgery in July 30th and I am nervous as all get out. Reading these reviews does help and I enjoy the support from everyone. The only people that know about my BR are my kids, husband and sister in law, I have not told any of my family members, I just don't think they will understand.
I would like some advise if anyone can advise : I do NOT tolerate any type of narcotics, has anyone else had this issue and what were you given for pain?
I plan to add photos soon and will update my review as I get closer to the "BIG DAY".
UPDATED FROM PegO
16 days pre
17 days to go and I am freakn' out !
I just had my apt w/ my GP who has cleared me for surgery, Wed is my pre-op w/ my PS. I really need guidance on this next question. What size do I want to be? O my gosh, I don't know this is all I have ever know, how do I decide? Can someone please advise what I should tell my PS. I know for insurance reasons he has to take a certain amt however I want to make sure it's right.
I am getting VERY nervous and cannot stop thinkn' of this, I have 17 days to wait. How bad is the pain? How long does it last? What else can I expect?
Thanks in advance.
I am getting VERY nervous and cannot stop thinkn' of this, I have 17 days to wait. How bad is the pain? How long does it last? What else can I expect?
Thanks in advance.
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July 14, 2015
Just checking in - I have my pre-op on Friday (7/17), and my PS wants me to get a mammogram (last one was done in April 2014). The nerves haven't gotten to me yet,
July 14, 2015
Argh, hit post accidentally! My nerves are ok so far at 22 days away, which is odd bc I have anxiety and panic disorder! This weekend I bought a lap desk for my laptop - I'm taking a week off, but I work from home, so I expect to spend some of my days in bed once I get back online the next week. Also got one of those backrest pillows with arms, so I can sleep reclined on it. I've contacted a massage therapist my friend works with, he specializes in manual lymph drainage therapy, which has been found to help a lot with healing after plastic surgery. I plan to have the first session the day before, the next 5 days after, and a few more after that. The therapist suggested I get arnica Montana supplements from whole foods (for healing), and he said he'd have a client of his that recently had a BR contact me so we can talk about the experience. so much to take care of!
I hope you figure out the size you want to be. It really is a personal preference, do you like a little more curviness, or more athletic? I told my PS I want to be on the smaller side, i.e. C cup, something I can easily run and do yoga with. "Sport boobs", if you will, so I still have a chest, but not one that overwhelms me at 5'2". He said if he sees he's getting to a C/D cup range, he'll err on the side of C rather than leave me a D. He also said to remind him the day of surgery, as he's marking me up. The rest of my body is pretty straight, I don't have an hourglass figure with wide hips. The curviest part on my has always been my breasts, and I just look top heavy.
I hope you figure out the size you want to be. It really is a personal preference, do you like a little more curviness, or more athletic? I told my PS I want to be on the smaller side, i.e. C cup, something I can easily run and do yoga with. "Sport boobs", if you will, so I still have a chest, but not one that overwhelms me at 5'2". He said if he sees he's getting to a C/D cup range, he'll err on the side of C rather than leave me a D. He also said to remind him the day of surgery, as he's marking me up. The rest of my body is pretty straight, I don't have an hourglass figure with wide hips. The curviest part on my has always been my breasts, and I just look top heavy.
July 16, 2015
Thank you so much for writing. I did tell my PS I would like to go with a C cup, like the idea of reminding him the day of surgery. Also, thanks for the tip on the vitamin from whole foods I will look at my store. I have not slept in weeks and am very nervous. We leave for vacation Friday I hope I can relax. I too just bought one of those pillows with the "arms" today. When is your br?
July 16, 2015
It's on 8/4, so not that far away! I actually just started my review here last night, to document everything, for myself and anyone starting to go through it too!
Bromelain (enzyme in pineapple) is also supposed to be helpful for healing, so I'll get some pills and fresh pineapple before surgery. Vitamin C is also helpful for aiding skin in healing! Enjoy your vacation!
Bromelain (enzyme in pineapple) is also supposed to be helpful for healing, so I'll get some pills and fresh pineapple before surgery. Vitamin C is also helpful for aiding skin in healing! Enjoy your vacation!
July 16, 2015
O wow your right after me... Gosh I wish you the best. I will look into these other things you told me about, thanks a bunch
UPDATED FROM PegO
9 days pre
ten days to go
I am on vacation and cannot get the surgery out of my mind. I am on the beach with my cover up on knowing I either don't fit in my bathing suit or it's so flippn big I look ridiculous. I have so much to do when I get home to prepare for Thursday.
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