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Let The Countdown Begin...these Girls Have Gotta GO!!! - Lubbock, TX
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So while I was at a routine OB/GYN visit, she...
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So while I was at a routine OB/GYN visit, she asked me had I ever thought about a breast reduction and gave me a referral to one. I've always wanted to have a reduction but didn't think it would beer be possible due to cost. Well...after the initial consultation with my PS, my procedure was approved by my insurance company!!! Thank You Lord!!!! I am currently wearing a size 44H, but I may be a little larger than that but I'm refusing to buy any more bigger bras!!! I'm am excited about the procedure but also a little nervous at the same time. I'm 30 years old and have no children so it's an obvious concern to me of them returning if I were to have children. I'm also concerned about loss of nipple sensation. Has anyone loss all sensation to their nipple post-op?? And should I start taking any certain vitamins to help with wound healing post-op?? Any information would be greatly appreciated!!! Thanks!!! ??
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So I've been kinda forgetting to update my profile. My surgery was on the 28th. I lost 10lbs of boobs and my PS said that I would probably still be a DD!!! She took 5lbs from each side...OMG!!! I'm not complaining because anything is better than the 44Hs that I started with. Post op, I didn't experience any nausea or vomiting, just a lot of pain!!! My PS prescribed pain meds and antibiotics and I started those as soon as I got home from the surgery center. I had a little scare on post op day 1 that required a trip to the ER. My Mom has been staying with me and when she was helping me take off the dressings to shower, I passed out on her. It scared the crap out of her so she called 911. My PS did come to the ER and explained to me what was going on. I have a lot of light pink drainage from my right breast and not so much from the left. However, she is kinda worried about the left forming a hematoma. Although I've been drinking water like there is no tomorrow, she encouraged me to drink even more because my body is trying so hard to compensate for the 10lbs of tissue loss that I am still becoming dehydrated. I will post pics soon. My first scheduled post op appointment is today. I don't regret having this operation, I just wish the pain would go away and I could get some good sleep. I think I'm having a hard time because I usually sleep on my stomach....won't be doing that for a while!!! Praying for a speedy recovery!!!
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January 31, 2014
My surgery was on the 28th as well. Get well soon and hope you have a safe and quick recovery. I have one baby and she wasn't breastfed because she didn't want it but I want more children however I'm not worried about breastfeeding .
January 31, 2014
Thanks Latty!!! Your reduction looks amazing. I'm glad you are healing well.
January 31, 2014
the first few days will be the toughest, glad your mum is there to help. the bigger the removal, the greater the benefits. in a few days time you will feel so much better. just rest and take your meds, make sure you eat with the antibiotics.
January 31, 2014
Thanks peediewife...I've been trying to take it easy but it is hard for me to be the "patient". I'm so used to moving around. But it is definitely getting easier to move around as the days go by and I'm starting to feel better.
January 31, 2014
What doctor in lubbock did u use I live in lubbock too
February 1, 2014
I haven't taken any post-op pics yet, but I will post some soon. I really didn't have any pre requirements. I had a referral to Dr. Rowley from my my OB/GYN. After I went to the consultation with the PS, they submitted my paperwork to the insurance company and about a month later I had approval from the insurance company to proceed with the surgery.
February 1, 2014
Do the risks outweigh the results. I'm seeing more people say there still having leaking and the sores. Why do you think it takes so long to heal. Did u go into your doctor appt with a list of questions. I'm using dr. Schmidt and mooty
February 1, 2014
I think the benefits outweigh the risks, but to each it's own. Since surgery, I can honestly say I've had no back or shoulder pain. I feel good since the surgery. Obviously I knew that there was going to be pain associated with the surgery, but it is getting better by the day. Different people will heal differently. We are all different and have different bodies. I'm expecting for it to take a little longer for me to heal because my PS took about 5lbs of tissue from each breast. That's a lot of tissue loss. I still have some drainage from each breast, but I'm not too worried about it...yet - I'm only 4 days post op. I did have a few questions for my PS when I went to my first post op appt. I have another post op appointment on Monday so I'm confident that everything will be okay. I'm happy that I had this surgery and have no regrets. You just have to make sure that a reduction is what you want to have and be prepared for the risks that go along with a breast reduction. You should have a good relationship with your PS also and know that they are there for you in case anything does go wrong.
February 1, 2014
Im praying for you - it does get better and you will be so happy as your recovery progresses :-)
February 1, 2014
Thanks!!! I'm definitely feeling better each day and am able to move around better. :-)
My back and shoulders are already thanking me...LOL!
February 2, 2014
Your progress is awesome. U look so happy I the girls look great. I meet w my ps on friday hoping my insurance will approve the procedure. You look great and so glad your . Is so happy for u.
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