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Feeling good-NEW PIC!! 350cc HP

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I had my second consult today and every thing is...

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Newgirl13
WORTH IT$6,200
I had my second consult today and every thing is ready to go! I just found this website this week and love reading every one's experiences. I still feel like there are questions I haven't asked. I'm still undecided whether I want the High Profile or Moderate plus, I need advice!! My PS recommended High Profile for me based on the pictures I brought in of BAs I liked!

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10 days pre

My PS reccomended I stop taking my birth control...

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Newgirl13
My PS reccomended I stop taking my birth control before my BA, but I'm really uncomfortable about that since my body gets out of control when I'm not on it! Any one else have this problem or any suggestions?

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November 8, 2014
hi! Do you mind telling me why he reccomended that? I am taking mine and have my BA in a few weeks! Thanks :)
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November 8, 2014
Risk of blood clots in your legs I think, but they keep things on your legs that continuously pump your calves
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November 10, 2014
Oh okay thanks !
December 7, 2016
Did u end up stopping the pill prior to your surgery or no?????
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8 days pre

So I skipped the part of giving description of...

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So I skipped the part of giving description of myself, whoops! Hehe I'm 23 years old 5'7 and about 113 pounds. I've always had a small chest and never been happy about it. I hate the way I feel trying on bathing suits and not being able to wear a sports bra without feeling like a 12 year old! Haha I just want to feel like a woman and not wear padded bras! I cannot believe one week from tomorrow I'll finally have some girls! ;) My PS and I decided on 350cc high profile under the muscle! I promise to post pics as soon a I can! Please feel free to give me any advice or suggestions before my big day! I love reading everyone's experiences and comments!

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April 24, 2013
I took my birth control pills all the way up to the day off my surgery; on surgery I just took my pill after the surgery was over; but every ps is different; I just had to stop. Taking Morton 2 weeks before and 2 weeks after surgery.
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April 24, 2013
Motrin
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April 24, 2013
Okay thank you! I'm still unsure about stopping my bc, I go see my gyno tomorrow to get her opinion. My friends and other reviews didn't have to stop taking theirs due to the low risk and low amount of hormones
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April 25, 2013

Thank you for starting your journey on RealSelf! Here is a link from our Doctor Q&A that addresses your question regarding the birth control pill. It does not seem common to stop the pill before a surgery, but your PS may have other reasons that we are not aware of. What did you gyno say at your recent appt? Keep us posted!

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April 27, 2013
My gyno said if I'm that uncomfortable about stopping my birth control then find a PS that doesn't reccomend that! Lol too late to do that though! My friend who is on the same birth control did not have to stop hers either with her PS!
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May 1, 2013

I would go with your surgeon's request regarding the birth control!  ;)

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April 28, 2013
Hi SarieK3!!! So exciting that your day is almost here!!!! How exciting =) I was so extremely nervous leading up to my surgery...but I soon realized I was making it a much bigger deal than it actually was. Haha! But this was my first surgery ever... I've never even had a broken bone, stitches, or any form of anesthesia before...all three of my deliveries were natural, no meds at all. So I have a pretty abnormally high pain tolerance, so I'm not sure if I'm the best person to be giving advice about post op recovery and pain management. Lol!! All I can say is follow your PS's instructions. Each PS is different and has a different way of doing things...so you may do things that everybody else doesn't normally do. Just trust your PS, they really do know what's best. Everything will turn out great!! Just be sure to follow your med schedule for at least the first few days, be sure to have someone with you for at least the first night...if possible the first 3-5 days so you are able to rest and not worry about anything but relaxing and recovery. Every person is different, some people say they are in actual pain, some say it just feels like they have an elephant on their chest, and a lot of tightness. In my experience, it felt exactly like my breasts were engorged from breast feeding....just a whole lot of tightness and a very full feeling, on top of soreness, like I did a million push-ups the day before...lol!! Nothing unbearable at all. I could raise my arms above my head the day of my surgery. I attribute this to the amazing technique and soft touch of my PS. Sorry I'm rambling, hahaha. If you have any questions, or you just need to vent or talk to someone do not hesitate. I will be more than happy to chat or answer any questions as best I can!! I'm super excited for you!!! You are going to look amazing, and you will love them!! Good luck on the 2nd!!! I'll be thinking about you and waiting to here how it went! =)
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April 29, 2013
Thank you so much! I'm so excited. My mom is coming to stay with me for a few days, but I'll also have my fiancé to help me out with anything! And I love knowing all you girls are here for support! :)
October 14, 2016
Did you get saline or silicone