POSTED UNDER Breast Reduction REVIEWS
54 Years Old, 63kg, 10G/12F Depending on Brand. I Am Looking at AUD $7500 out of Pocket After Medicare & AHM. Brisbane, AU
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Thanks to every contributor on this site. You have...
TuttsyJuly 25, 2015
Thanks to every contributor on this site. You have all helped towards this point & a surgery date of August 24.
As I live in Australia I have used Australian pricing and bra sizing. I will include a pic of one of my bra tags so the size will translate to all.
I cannot wait to
1) Ditch all those stiff necks, headaches, back aches, pulled back muscles
2) Wear a dress instead of size 14 stretch tops with size 10 bottoms
3) Buy a cheap bra.
4) Jump!!!!!
Here is how I arrived at this point.
Years of thinking/dreaming about breast reduction, followed by months of trolling the internet for plastic surgeons and blogs from other woman just like me. Finally biting the bullet and making appointments with 3 surgeons (all certified)
Surgeon 1. Spent my consult giving himself a big rap and doing nothing for my confidence in him as a choice of surgeon.
Surgeon 2. Great consult, left feeling confident and calmer about my decision.
Surgeon 3. Also a great consult & my final choice.
Surgeon 2 offered me exactly what I thought I wanted which was a reduction to a C cup. However all his post op pics showed small breasts (great) but they appeared to have little or no shape and were somewhat flattened across the base of the breast. Surgeon 3 said I would end up a D cup. When I stated that I wanted to be smaller, he commented that 1. Going smaller would not be in proportion with my body. (this would not have changed my mind about being smaller as I have no desire to be an hourglass) However, he pointed out secondly, that I needed to leave some fullness/weight behind to achieve the nice rounded breast that I liked in all his post op pics.
So I have opted for aesthetics & a D cup over the C I originally wanted, and only time will tell if I regret my decision. Considering I am currently a 10G or 12F, this should still be a huge reduction.
With one month to surgery I wanted to be continuing my exercise regime to improve my upper body strength, but thanks to a myriad of pulled back muscles and nerve pain in my arm I am unable to do more than my usual walking and dancing. I plan to be extra vigilant with my diet prior to surgery to maintain my optimal weight.
Will post again closer to my surgery date. Wish me luck ladies.
As I live in Australia I have used Australian pricing and bra sizing. I will include a pic of one of my bra tags so the size will translate to all.
I cannot wait to
1) Ditch all those stiff necks, headaches, back aches, pulled back muscles
2) Wear a dress instead of size 14 stretch tops with size 10 bottoms
3) Buy a cheap bra.
4) Jump!!!!!
Here is how I arrived at this point.
Years of thinking/dreaming about breast reduction, followed by months of trolling the internet for plastic surgeons and blogs from other woman just like me. Finally biting the bullet and making appointments with 3 surgeons (all certified)
Surgeon 1. Spent my consult giving himself a big rap and doing nothing for my confidence in him as a choice of surgeon.
Surgeon 2. Great consult, left feeling confident and calmer about my decision.
Surgeon 3. Also a great consult & my final choice.
Surgeon 2 offered me exactly what I thought I wanted which was a reduction to a C cup. However all his post op pics showed small breasts (great) but they appeared to have little or no shape and were somewhat flattened across the base of the breast. Surgeon 3 said I would end up a D cup. When I stated that I wanted to be smaller, he commented that 1. Going smaller would not be in proportion with my body. (this would not have changed my mind about being smaller as I have no desire to be an hourglass) However, he pointed out secondly, that I needed to leave some fullness/weight behind to achieve the nice rounded breast that I liked in all his post op pics.
So I have opted for aesthetics & a D cup over the C I originally wanted, and only time will tell if I regret my decision. Considering I am currently a 10G or 12F, this should still be a huge reduction.
With one month to surgery I wanted to be continuing my exercise regime to improve my upper body strength, but thanks to a myriad of pulled back muscles and nerve pain in my arm I am unable to do more than my usual walking and dancing. I plan to be extra vigilant with my diet prior to surgery to maintain my optimal weight.
Will post again closer to my surgery date. Wish me luck ladies.
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Replies (10)
July 30, 2015
Hi, I am 10 years older than you, in Qld, surgery on 22-7-15. Was36G, asked for as much off as possible, as I have arthritic back pain, and have had neck/ shoulder pain forever. What a weight off, almost immediate! At this stage appear to be a C cup, but whatever final result, and despite the current myriad colours and swelling, looks amazing. I am going well so far, but you do need rest in order to recover! Felt great on Day 3, then bombed after that and gave into it, now improving each day. Take it easy after the op!
Great to read of others experiences, but just follow your surgeon's recommendation - I have noticed that while lots similarities, there are lots of differences too, between US Drs and the AUS ones!
All the very best!
Great to read of others experiences, but just follow your surgeon's recommendation - I have noticed that while lots similarities, there are lots of differences too, between US Drs and the AUS ones!
All the very best!
July 30, 2015
Another suggestion, work on your lower body strength,core, pelvic floor, beforehand, as you need strength there to manoeuvre yourself as you are not using your arms!
July 30, 2015
Hello there, I am 60 and had a reduction/lift in Sydney on April 22nd..My operation was non eventful and recovery was a breeze..I showered and washed my hair on day 2 and had no problems putting on a T shirt..I took button down shirts and PJ's to hospital thinking that I wouldn't be able to put my arms up but had no problems..I was sleeping on my side in the 2nd week which seems well before our friends in the USA..You don't have to outlay for any gimmicky stuff but I would recommend you buy nursing pads to use at least for the first few days..You can now buy washable pads which I thought was great..I wish you luck and look forward to your ongoing story..
July 31, 2015
It looks like we were very close to the same size. 5'3", 138 pounds and a 32 G/H here PRE-OP! I'm now 15 days post op. Feel free to check out my review! Best Wishes to you!
August 20, 2015
shall def. check out your review as you go just before me. I have been away with work so just catching up online.
UPDATED FROM Tuttsy
3 days pre
Been busy busy.
TuttsyAugust 20, 2015
Work has kept me so busy I have had no time to worry about impending op and here I am only 4 days out. Time to draw breath, & check out everyone's progress on this site. Thank you all for keeping me calm. Guess my next pics will be at the hospital. Ridiculously excited & nervous all at once.
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August 20, 2015
Mine is on the same day, I am a 32F, and I am in the UK. I am so nervous when I think about it, this site helps A LOT. The only thing that keeps things in perspective for me is reminding myself at least it isn't my face lol!!
August 20, 2015
Wish I'd been brave enough at 32. Never too late. If you are in the UK, I'll be going first thanks to the time difference. We can compare post op notes. Good luck.
August 20, 2015
LOL. just realised I misread your post Hopingforac. Seems we are similar age & the 32 was your bra size...my bad.
August 20, 2015
All the very best! The few days left will fly and it will be done before you know!! I am now 4 weeks post op, healing VERY well, never any issues, and I am 65!! I am on the Sunny Coast,QLD. Do be very sensible and get lots of rest..when you do rest and allow your body to recover from the trauma (and it is trauma) you lay down superior collagen to heal, otherwise you lay down inferior collagen which is not what you want. A physio friend told me that, and I wonder why the medical profession don't explain this better. I mentioned it to my surgeon's nurse and she confirmed that. If they told us that right from the start, I think we would not (especially as women) feel so pressured to get up and get going, rather we would accept that it is in our best interest and long term good health, to rest, and that resting well and allowing body to heal, leads to best outcome. Do not feel guilty about resting! Up until the last few days, I have done an activity, gone out, whatever, then followed it with resting for an hour or two. Felt a bit guilty, but hey, I am so good now, it has been worth it. And I have not had any problems. Again, all the very best, and know that it will be worth it!!
August 25, 2015
Thanks for your words of encouragement. Have cleared my schedule for 2 weeks to do nothing but rest.
August 21, 2015
It will all be over before you know it..And you are going to be so happy with the results..I was also out of pocket nearly 8 grand Aud.., don't know why we don't get back what they do in the USA but at least Medicare coughed up for some of it as well as my private hosp. insurance..Enjoy your little holiday in hospital, get all the sleep you can, follow your doctors instructions and we will see you on the other side..Oh and for the journey home a folded over towel helps with the seat belt and nursing pads do the trick in keeping blood off clothing..Good luck....
August 23, 2015
Hey Busy Busy, thats good that being busy kept your mind off of the surgery, you must be so excited now that its here, I wish you a peaceful experience and great satisfaction with your decision.
UPDATED FROM Tuttsy
1 day pre
One more sleep to go
TuttsyAugust 23, 2015
I am so lucky. With only one night to go, I have avoided sleepless nights or undue worry as I've been so busy. As of this evening, I am now sooooo aware that tomorrow is the big day. Bag is packed, hair washed, antibacterial shower done. Ready as I'll ever be. See you all post op.
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August 23, 2015
Good luck for tomorrow, it will be all over before you even know it. Make sure you take a pillow for the ride home to put in between you and the seat belt.
August 23, 2015
Good Luck mine is at 2pm in the UK so I think you will be all done by then. I am strangely calm but I think it doesn't feel real, I am hoping I don't have a meltdown and change my mind. I will post in a few days with maybe some more' befores' and some 'afters'.
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