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Rhino Time! - Boston, MA
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Hi everyone! I'm 23 with basically the same...
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Hi everyone!
I'm 23 with basically the same story; I've hated my nose for as long as I can remember. I have a nice hump and my nose is really long. (I'm Italian) The front isn't too bad, I just hate the side profile, it literally makes me cringe. I'm so self conscious about it that I just feel like everyone is just staring at my nose. I've dealt with nose comments back in school and ever since then it’s just killed any confidence for my nose. However, I hardly expressed this to my family/friends because I didn't want to offend my family heritage/draw even more attention to my nose by complaining about it.
With that being said, I basically have little support coming from my family. I've had to finance and coordinate everything on my own (which is fine, but a little support would be nice during this time.) Everyone tells me I'm pretty but I just wish they would understand how much this will boost my inner confidence. Hardly any of my friends know I'm getting this done, I just don't want any nose attention (before at least) like usual lol. I'm pretty sure my close friends will notice, but I've decided just to wait for that.
Anyways, I was very happy to find this site filled with people I can relate to/can receive some support from! I'm not looking for a drastic change, just a smaller version of my nose, sans hump! The doctor I've selected does very natural work which is what I was looking for. (Hoping it comes out like we've discussed!)
My surgery is this Wednesday, September 4th, ekkk! I'm so excited/kind of nervous. I'm a little worried about how I'm going to feel post-op. If anyone could give me any advice/tips, that'd be great! I look forward to chatting with you guys! :)
I'm 23 with basically the same story; I've hated my nose for as long as I can remember. I have a nice hump and my nose is really long. (I'm Italian) The front isn't too bad, I just hate the side profile, it literally makes me cringe. I'm so self conscious about it that I just feel like everyone is just staring at my nose. I've dealt with nose comments back in school and ever since then it’s just killed any confidence for my nose. However, I hardly expressed this to my family/friends because I didn't want to offend my family heritage/draw even more attention to my nose by complaining about it.
With that being said, I basically have little support coming from my family. I've had to finance and coordinate everything on my own (which is fine, but a little support would be nice during this time.) Everyone tells me I'm pretty but I just wish they would understand how much this will boost my inner confidence. Hardly any of my friends know I'm getting this done, I just don't want any nose attention (before at least) like usual lol. I'm pretty sure my close friends will notice, but I've decided just to wait for that.
Anyways, I was very happy to find this site filled with people I can relate to/can receive some support from! I'm not looking for a drastic change, just a smaller version of my nose, sans hump! The doctor I've selected does very natural work which is what I was looking for. (Hoping it comes out like we've discussed!)
My surgery is this Wednesday, September 4th, ekkk! I'm so excited/kind of nervous. I'm a little worried about how I'm going to feel post-op. If anyone could give me any advice/tips, that'd be great! I look forward to chatting with you guys! :)
UPDATED FROM ellemichelle
2 days pre
Some pre views.
Just posting these reconfirms how badly I want this procedure done. Lol
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September 2, 2013
Hi ellemichelle! I just came across your blog. You can read up on mine, it's pretty long and detailed mainly because I had nothing better to do during that time. :) are you having general anesthesia or twilight? I did mine with twilight and it was great! Let me know if you have questions!
September 3, 2013
Hey girl! I just spent a lot of time reading your blog - super helpful and your nose looks beautiful. I'm doing twilight as well and very happy to see you loved the results with that. I'm too afraid of gen anesthesia haha. I'm definitely going to message you a few ?'s though! :)
September 2, 2013
Good luck to you! We are all in the same boat! Mine is the 10th...we are gonna look fabulous by the end of the month...lol. Well...I may need alittle more time...say by mid October I hope to look like a normal person without bruises. Please let us know how it went, I'll be thinking of you!
September 3, 2013
Thank you so much! I'm a little nervous with the bruising as well, hoping I just get a subtle case of those black & blues, lol. I will keep you posted! Best wishes to you as well during the pre-op period! :)
September 2, 2013
Hey! Would you mind sharing your Dr. I am from New England also and am looking for a good dr. who does natural work. Thanks!
September 3, 2013
How are you feeling??? I am gettinfg nervous - mainly of the general anaesthesia but don't think I could do twilight! You're so brave! The hospital just rang me I am 7:30am so... 20 hours!!
September 3, 2013
Hi girly, haha I was literally just about to write to you! Eeek I'm at 8:30am, right after you. I'm getting nervous too, mostly for the anesthesia and post op. But we can do this! :) Nice cute noses so soon!
September 3, 2013
Crazy! I'm in disbelief right now! Its midday Tuesday for me here in Aus so it feels so close! So Boston is 10hrs behind so all up your 11hrs after me! I'll be thinking of you at 6:30pm my time on Wednesday! We will be fine. Perfectly normal to be nervous and we will have cute pretty noses at the end of all it all. The things we do for beauty!! [RS bleep]
September 3, 2013
Ahh, duh I forgot about the time difference! I'm gonna add Australia to my world clock App now so I can check in on you haha (it can be another recovery activity.) I hope you enjoy the rest of your Tuesday, nice and relaxed! Xo
UPDATED FROM ellemichelle
1 day pre
Surgery Tomorrow!
So tomorrow is the big day! It actually doesn't feel real to me and I'm not as nervous as I thought I would be today. (I have such a headache from no coffee that I'm more worried about my coffee sadly haha)
This morning I started taking Keflex. My doctor prescribed me to start taking this the day before surgery, once in the am & once at pm. When I took it this morning it made me feel really sleepy. I don't know if it was because I was up earlier than normal or who knows. But it's just an antibiotic/kills bacteria/prevents it. So I'll be taking that again later tonight - hopefully I'll fall asleep early and not be tossing and turning.
Then later I also need to shower with Hibiclens - hoping that doesn't smell too bad haha haven't opened the bottle yet.
But otherwise I have my meds all set up, outfit ready, and created my own recovery room with pillows and blankets everywhere! :)
My surgery is at 8:30 tomorrow. Say a prayer for me tonight.
This morning I started taking Keflex. My doctor prescribed me to start taking this the day before surgery, once in the am & once at pm. When I took it this morning it made me feel really sleepy. I don't know if it was because I was up earlier than normal or who knows. But it's just an antibiotic/kills bacteria/prevents it. So I'll be taking that again later tonight - hopefully I'll fall asleep early and not be tossing and turning.
Then later I also need to shower with Hibiclens - hoping that doesn't smell too bad haha haven't opened the bottle yet.
But otherwise I have my meds all set up, outfit ready, and created my own recovery room with pillows and blankets everywhere! :)
My surgery is at 8:30 tomorrow. Say a prayer for me tonight.
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September 3, 2013
good luck...tomorrow is the big day! Almost positive we have the same Dr. Same price and scripts...lol. I think our noses are similar...mine might be bigger though...lol. But a month from now, we'll be flippin awesome! Please keep us updated!
September 4, 2013
Thank you! :) Yes, I noticed too that we have similar structures with our noses (not like I'm a doctor but..) Haha. We will have to converse about Drs tomorrow when I'm out! Talk to you soon, say a prayer! Lol
September 3, 2013
Hey! I'm in MA too!! Good luck on your procedure. It's pretty obvious from the pics you're going to look awesome :) It really is tough not having support, and I know exactly how you feel about everyone not understanding and thinking "you're already pretty". People who don't have big noses don't get it at all. They can't understand what we go through. They don't have the same perspective >.< haha well good luck girl!!! Can't wait to see your results!!
September 4, 2013
Haha preach it girlfriend! People really don't understand at all what it's like and how a big nose can kill confidence. Like "you're so pretty" doesn't make me like or forget about my nose / give me any new-found confidence for it. Hahah. Thanks so much for the wishes! :)
September 4, 2013
Now before I update my profile I have something very important to tell you - IT'S A TOTAL BRREZE!!! please dont worry you will bo shocked how well you go. I was crying non stop prior to surgery and now its over I wish I didn't get so worked up! Im home already, no pain, no painkillers feeling great only a little tired :) GOOD LUCK! Before you know it you'll be home and happy. See u on the other side. Honestly id do it again tomorrow and beats going to work anyway!! X
September 4, 2013
YAY! You're honestly the best ever! Thanks for updating me before your profile, the bestest! I kept checking, I'm like "I wonder if Stephs out yet" Hahah. I'm soo glad to hear it was a breeze for you! This post is going to help me sleep a lot easier now. I can't wait to read your full update. Rest up chica, I'll talk to you soon! Xoxo
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Thanks for starting your story on RealSelf! Sorry you're not getting more support from your family, but we all know how you feel.
On my first day post op I felt groggy and stuffy. No pain to speak of and I don't think I took many pain pills at all (maybe a couple for prevention). Sleeping is hard the first few nights as you're so incredibly stuffed up. Keep lots of cold drinks and lip balm by your bed or wherever you're recovering because your mouth will get very dry from breathing through it.
Other than that, get lots of movies, etc. to entertain yourself while you heal, and remember that the first three days are generally the hardest. Then it starts to get better.
Please keep us updated on your journey!