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I had my surgery on 9/13/12. So thankful!

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I am 43, mother of 3, married. Had implants...

toobigJuly 15, 2012
WORTH IT$5,000

I am 43, mother of 3, married. Had implants without a lift in 2002 in Germany at a conference for plastic surgeons in Heidlburg (I was a guinea pig of sorts). Initially very happy with appearance after having empty, wrinkled breasts after nursing last child. Within the first two years I noticed loss of energy and shoulder pain. Then onset of gradual weight gain and joint pain (probably from the weight gain). In the last couple of years I have struggled with weight loss even though I exercise alot. I've finally found a way to eat and lose weight slowly, but my breast are now HUGE and I feel I look matronly, and if I dress to show a waist at all, I look vulgar. I have a lot of youthfulness still and I want to run again. I just want to get these out and have a lift and start more rigorous exercise and be able to stand tall but not stand out. I went for my first consult on 7/12 just to ask questions and find out about pricing. They were very friendly. The doctor felt I could still have fairly full breast after removal and a lift and was asked to return in August as the office is going on Holiday untill then. Hopefully by my next appointment, I will have lost a few more pounds and can schedule my surgery very soon. If I could give advice to any younger girl, just get a nice lift and save yourself the stress.

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He was recommended by another Dr. who told me "I put them in, I don't take them out".

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Angie_M
July 16, 2012

Thanks for starting your story with us on RealSelf! I'm glad you're able to get this done and I hope you'll enjoy your new, lighter bod. Please keep us posted!

kaldrid27
November 24, 2015
I currently have breast implants, but after having my three children and nursing, my breasts need help. My right breast had been causing me some discomfort which could be muscles related or implant related. I am debating weather to removal them or to get them redone....I like having larger breasts, but I also miss being natural! Hopefully he can help me decide. Thanks for sharing your story.
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I am trying to lose a few more pounds before I...

toobigJuly 17, 2012
I am trying to lose a few more pounds before I actually have my surgery which isn't scheduled yet but I am hoping for September. I went to the track yesterday for a brisk walk. Usually I exercise at home or walk. Anyway, I got the urge to jog (I have lost 30 lbs in the last year from low carb diet). I started jogging, and instantly became aware of my large breasts bouncing all over the place. and I stopped before the men at the track could fix on. I hate this. I want to run so much. I could just to it anyway, but until I get these out, I prefer to just work out at home. I feel like I might be annoying my husband by talking about this all of the time. We've been married 17 years and he loves me and has been supportive of me in whatever I want to do, but he doesn't really know what to say. I don't even know what to suggest he say. LOL (Enjoy the girls while you have them? LOL)( Say goodbye?)(I'll miss you?).So, I'm really encouraged to read and follow all of the posts here and be able to tell my story as well.

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Monkeysmommy
July 18, 2012
Welcome back to the other side. I just got explanted a week agoand feel amazing
You are right about the draining of energy and weight gain. Now thatthe implants are out, there is no hiding it. I neglected exercise and can see my chest sunken in. I will be lifting weights in a few more weeks and cardio. Its hard to take it easy but know I have to during recovery. Youfound a great place here. There are some wonderful women on here. They gave me courage. Best of luck.
toobig
July 19, 2012
Thank you. I have been following your story and I am so happy for you. I know. I have seen women I suspect have had implants, and can see the same features I have developed, poor tired looking posture, larger overall frame, "Once thought I was sexy " expression. I feel blessed, but also bad because I know more women would love to have them out but it is so expensive. I strongly recommend those women lose the extra weight no matter what though because it is possible, I am doing it, and it is amazing how much of a difference I feel in my joints. A lot of women with implants complain about joint pain. I did. Well, it may be because of the weight gain and less mobility. And also, I recommend staying away from anti-depressants. I started taking them soon after getting my implants. I recently withdrew myself from them and am CERTAIN they contributed to my weight gain as well. I think my bones even grew. LOL Long walks with God are the best anti-depressant there are. Well, I just chatted your ears off. I hope you are having a wonderful time in your newly natural body.
newdawn
July 18, 2012
I'm sorry you have to wait so long. Have you ever considered a gluten free diet? I know people have gone crazy with this topic but it might help.
toobig
July 19, 2012
Hi, thankyou for the suggestion. I do not mind waiting really because it is allowing me to really mentally prepare for the change. Plus, I have this chance to lose more unwanted weight. This has been just the inspiration I needed to help me stay focused on it. Actually, I have been thinking about that because for the most part, on the "low carb diet" I am on, I have had a lot of success. I have noticed that when I stray from it with
certatin "gluten loaded" foods, I feel horrible and my weight loss stops. I have naturally begun to eat more gluten free carbs just because I get tired of the meats and try to avoid the bloated feelings. You are right, there is alot of talk about it, but I have met several people following it and they all look to be in a healthy weight range. I really want to be in my healthy weight range before the surgery and I am almost there.

Thanks for the support.
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I'm getting really excited about my next...

toobigAugust 14, 2012
I'm getting really excited about my next appointment this friday. We should be scheduling my surgery. I hope I do not have to wait too long. It would be so nice to have these energy suckers out before I have to buy winter clothes. I must say, reading all of the stories of the ladies here who have had theirs removed has me feeling impatient.

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