Day 9 Post Op - Feeling amazing

Update RealSelf Ladies: My PS called and I am now scheduled for next weds, Dec. 19th. I have read so many posts and I am so glad and feeling blessed I found this website. It has helped me so much in answering so many questions and in helping with the anxiety of having the surgery.
Let me start by saying that I have never visited so many doctors in one week. Last week I started experiencing severe neck pain again and has to stay home for several days. I went to see my neurologist who again has recommended neck surgery (I have neck herniations) and who did tell me a breast reduction may help.
I also had my pre op this week and also spoke with my PS several times (He is great so far :) ) I needed to speak to him because after reading so many posts I wanted to make sure I would be reduced to a size I want and not larger than that. He has recommended a full 32C (possibly small 32D). I feel very comfortable with him and he laughed when I told him I wanted to make sure my nipples would be "facing front" and not side,armpits etc. He was very patient with me and my nutty questions. But after all, this is MY body and I need to have all these questions answers before I go under.

Monday I had more lab work done and on thursday I went for my pre-op. I had a comprehensive physical about 2 weeks ago (not knowing I would be having surgery) and a lot of my lab work had already been done. However, I needed to have more labs b/c they have to check for anticoagulation in the blood before you can have surgery. I think this is the main reason for the pre-ops. also they need to make sure you have no allergic reactions to meds, no asthma, or predisposed conditions that could create complications. I have read some posts that some doctors do not do any labwork/pre ops, I guess each one is different.

My prescription cocktail is Vicotin (it was percocet but can't take it b/c it makes me nauseous), tylenol 3, ativan, xanax and zofran (for nausea). He also told me to take over the counter Bromelain daily, which is supposed to help with swelling and bruising. I started it yesterday. the Nurse Practitioner also suggested as so many have that pineapple juice is great for post surgery - must be natural pineapple juice or fresh slices.

I am so nervous and going through many different emotions. I have always wanted this and now that the day is here, I am very apprehensive and scared. I feel positive about the outcome but very very scared about the due date! :) wishing all a fast recovery and calm nerves!

Good morning real self ladies. okay, so 40 years of waiting and 3 days to go. I can't wait. I cannot thank you all enough for all of the posts which have really helped in not making me not go crazy during this wait time. yesterday I had severe neck and back pain and it made me even more encouraged to go forward with the surgery. best to all.