POSTED UNDER Breast Reduction REVIEWS
34 Y/o 34DDD/E 115lbs. Tired of the Pain of Large Breasts - Laguna Hills, CA
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I have a small frame, so carrying around such...
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I have a small frame, so carrying around such large breasts has been a huge burden. I'm pretty athletic, I love backpacking, running swimming ect. And having such large breasts has been a huge pain. I went to breastlink to get a small lump I found biopsyed. It ended up being non cancerous, but it was then that I decided to look into breast reduction. I had a consultation with Dr. Zelken and knew right away that he was the perfect surgeon to do my reduction.
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Replies (5)
April 9, 2016
Hey! WOW! You look amazing! I'm not far from you, up in Irvine, and I JUST today found out my insurance has approved my reduction!
I am EXACTLY like you - not overly huge compared to some of the ladies here, but I have a tiny frame. I am 5'4", 105lbs and a size 34DDish. May I ask how tall / what weight / pre-surgery size you are? I would just love to be able to compare to someone like me. I can't believe how well you are healing! Thank you SO much for your post - I am simultaneously excited and terrified right now, and you have made me feel so much better just by posting your beautiful after-pics!
I am EXACTLY like you - not overly huge compared to some of the ladies here, but I have a tiny frame. I am 5'4", 105lbs and a size 34DDish. May I ask how tall / what weight / pre-surgery size you are? I would just love to be able to compare to someone like me. I can't believe how well you are healing! Thank you SO much for your post - I am simultaneously excited and terrified right now, and you have made me feel so much better just by posting your beautiful after-pics!
April 9, 2016
Hello! Thanks so much for the compliment! You sound really similar to me! I am 5'3", 112 lbs. before the surgery, I was worried about ending up too small, it looks like I'm ending up a 32C, which I really like. I think a B would have even worked on my frame. I'm really enjoying having a smaller chest.
I was really terrified too, but I'm so glad that I did it. I thought the whole thing would be a lot harder to get through, because I've seen a lot of scary pictures on this site, but my doctor said there's a lot less of a chance of complications if you're healthy and not overweight or a smoker, and it seems like he was right. I was also lucky that my mom lives nearby in Laguna woods, so I stayed at her house and layed around for 5 or 6 days after the surgery. I'm so glad I did this.
I had the procedure done at Haog Hospital Irvine. It's a really nice hospital and everyone was great there. Let me know if you have any questions or anything! I know it's a scary thing to go through, and I know it's nice to have someone to talk to who's been through it :)
April 9, 2016
Oh wow! Hoag is just down the road from me! I am in Woodbridge in Irvine, and my guy is going to be Dr Kyle Song. Although now, having seen YOUR guys work, I'm starting to think....! No - too late now! I actually also had a consult with breastlink last year - multiple cysts and discharge. Had MRI's and ultrasounds and basically my boobs inside were a mess! That also helped me make this decision. My mum is coming here next week from the UK for a 6 week visit, so I'm hoping I can schedule this for as soon as possible after she arrives. I don't exactly know where my surgery will be yet, but the insurance letter said something about "Crown Valley" so it sounds like it might be more down your way! Wherever, I don't care, let's just get this thing done now! Thanks so much for responding, it IS really good to speak with someone who has been through it and is built the same way as me and close by as well! Good luck with your healing and I will keep in touch.
April 9, 2016
That's so funny because I had a lump too, and had to get mammograms and a biopsy and everything. It ended up being non-cancerous, but it was what helped me to decide to get the reduction as well. And whenever I went in for the tests, and had to wear that wrap thing before the exam, without a bra, it was so embarrassing and uncomfortable. Anyway, it was great being able to get that lump out during the reduction. And less breast = less chance of breast cancer in the future.
UPDATED FROM Big'uns NO MA'AM
5 days post
Before + After (5 days post)
Getting this reduction has been one of the best choices I ever made. I feel like I'm living in a different body.
I felt very out of it leaving the hospital, and took some pain meds the second day. I didn't like how the pain meds made me feel so I stopped taking them and felt a lot better immediately. I'm lucky that my pain and bruising has been minimal. The only issue I've had so far is a rash, which I'm assuming is from the antibiotics because that is the only thing I'm taking. It's barely noticeable though, and not itchy.
This whole process has been a lot less painful then I thought it would be. I think the hardest part was adjusting to seeing the difference in size in the mirror. It can be shocking to go from such a big size (32DDD/E) to 32C.
I'm 5 days in and couldn't be happier. I feel taller and lighter and this is the best thing I've ever done for my back. I'm so happy I did this and happy to find such a great surgeon.
I'll try to post an update when the tape is off and I'm healed a bit more. But I'd encourage anyone whose considering this procedure to do it.
I felt very out of it leaving the hospital, and took some pain meds the second day. I didn't like how the pain meds made me feel so I stopped taking them and felt a lot better immediately. I'm lucky that my pain and bruising has been minimal. The only issue I've had so far is a rash, which I'm assuming is from the antibiotics because that is the only thing I'm taking. It's barely noticeable though, and not itchy.
This whole process has been a lot less painful then I thought it would be. I think the hardest part was adjusting to seeing the difference in size in the mirror. It can be shocking to go from such a big size (32DDD/E) to 32C.
I'm 5 days in and couldn't be happier. I feel taller and lighter and this is the best thing I've ever done for my back. I'm so happy I did this and happy to find such a great surgeon.
I'll try to post an update when the tape is off and I'm healed a bit more. But I'd encourage anyone whose considering this procedure to do it.
Replies (4)
March 28, 2016
Congrats on the reduction! Your surgeon did a great job from the looks of it. Happy healing!!
March 28, 2016
Thanks so much! That's nice of you to say. The healings going great so far!
March 28, 2016
Wow! Looking good ! He did an amazing job :)
UPDATED FROM Big'uns NO MA'AM
15 days post
14 days
It feels like it's been a lot longer then 2 weeks. My healing has been going great so far. The first week I was tired a lot, which made it easier to be less active. After the first week, I started feeling a lot better, and went to the gym and did the stationary bike.
It looks like my scarring will be minimal. I'm really hoping the ones on my sides heal up well. I'm really loving the size.
I asked some of my ex boyfriends and guy friends what they thought about this whole thing, and they all seemed to think it was a great idea and were really unfazed by the whole surgery thing. That made feel more confident about the prospect of dating in the future.
It looks like my scarring will be minimal. I'm really hoping the ones on my sides heal up well. I'm really loving the size.
I asked some of my ex boyfriends and guy friends what they thought about this whole thing, and they all seemed to think it was a great idea and were really unfazed by the whole surgery thing. That made feel more confident about the prospect of dating in the future.
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April 9, 2016
I had to laugh about your guy friends! First of all - thank you for HAVING them!!! I am not from here (British originally) and I miss my guy friends so much, but everyone here tells me that it is not the done thing to have guy friends in America. That's made me so sad! I went out and got one or two anyway, much to most of my friends disapproval :( ! Secondly - I have told one of my two only guy friends I now have what I am doing. He said - and I quote - "NNNNOOOOOOO!!!!!!!" To which I answered "None of your effing business so suck it up and be a man. I'M the one going through this, not you!" He's about as supportive as one of my bras! :(
April 14, 2016
I'm so happy you're doing well and pleased with the results! Like you, I'm small ( 5'5' and 110. Seeing how you look post BR has made me feel more confident about my surgery in 2 weeks. Please keep us posted!!
Welcome to the community and thanks so much for starting your review.
It would be great if you could give us a little more detail about your experience, like why you had the surgery, your tips for getting good results, pros/cons, and info on the recovery process.
Our community members especially love seeing photos from before, during, and after — a realistic look at what they can expect. Photos grab the attention of the community and encourage more support for you.
As a community manager, I get requests all the time from other members who want me to to keep encouraging people to share their experiences, which are so helpful for others considering these procedures. So please accept this as a well-intentioned request from thousands.