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Like everyone else, I have a 'story,' but I will spare you the minor details and say that I have wanted this done since I was fifteen-years-old and I'm now twenty-eight. Like most of you, after each pregnancy, they got bigger and bigger. Now, three kids later (and my tubes tied), it's time. I'm 5'9" and 190#. Currently, I am herniating out all sides of a 38E. According to my surgeon, I fall under every criteria: hideous rashes in the summertime, drooping, indents in my shoulders, neck/back pain, arm tingling ... my boobs even extend under my arms, which he said he will liposuction.
Now I carry Federal BC Basic. I've heard that you can't get much better insurance, and I'm hoping that's true. I called my insurance yesterday and they do not need a prior authorization, just a predetermination. It's so difficult to wait. I just want to know.
Some questions for any ladies that have been there, done that:
*How do you know if you will receive drainage tubes or not?
*My husband is supportive, but when I showed him pictures of what I was thinking, he was stunned. He pointed out sizes that he preferred, but were still 'big' to me. Because this surgery will be important to reduce my pain, it's even more important to me to have it done correctly the first time around. I'd rather go smaller than larger (like a B cup) but I am large framed, so I don't want to look awkward. How did/do you handle this situation with you husband/significant other? Did they want you to go bigger than you were less comfortable with?
* Did you receive liposuction as well? Such as around the breasts, under the arms, sides and/or top of breasts? If so, did it really make that big of a difference?
I've debated putting my pictures up here for weeks now, but I decided to because so many of you have posted pictures of your journey, and I hope that mine will help someone, too.
Now I carry Federal BC Basic. I've heard that you can't get much better insurance, and I'm hoping that's true. I called my insurance yesterday and they do not need a prior authorization, just a predetermination. It's so difficult to wait. I just want to know.
Some questions for any ladies that have been there, done that:
*How do you know if you will receive drainage tubes or not?
*My husband is supportive, but when I showed him pictures of what I was thinking, he was stunned. He pointed out sizes that he preferred, but were still 'big' to me. Because this surgery will be important to reduce my pain, it's even more important to me to have it done correctly the first time around. I'd rather go smaller than larger (like a B cup) but I am large framed, so I don't want to look awkward. How did/do you handle this situation with you husband/significant other? Did they want you to go bigger than you were less comfortable with?
* Did you receive liposuction as well? Such as around the breasts, under the arms, sides and/or top of breasts? If so, did it really make that big of a difference?
I've debated putting my pictures up here for weeks now, but I decided to because so many of you have posted pictures of your journey, and I hope that mine will help someone, too.
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UPDATED FROM October1022
2 months pre
Surgery is Scheduled!
Surgery is August 9th! I'll believe it when it happens :)
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June 5, 2013
Hi, we have a lot in common. Height, age, weight are pretty close. I'm August 2nd. I can not wait. My husband was very supportive. He has really talked about size. Just wants me to not hurt anymore. I would just really express your discomfort and I'm sure he will be on board. I wouldn't go for just a slightly smaller version of yourself. Go to a department store and get a bra that is your size and then start comparing them to Ccups and Bcups. My PS and I discussed a C. You have to be careful going too much smaller bc you risk losing nipple sensation. I will have drains as well.
June 6, 2013
Hi - glad to hear the surgery was scheduled :) I would ask your PS about drainage tubes- it seems to be a preference of the PS and they may do in certain cases and not others. I assumed my PS would do that however, he did not. My case is not typical (as far as the challenges I ve had with healing )and I have had challenges but I can't help but wonder if I had drainage tubes if that would have lessened some of the challenges. I had so much swelling and still do. My husband was supportive- I think he was a little intimidated by mine lol so he was ok with smaller. They are still a D at least. The insurance companies typically will give an amount that the PS has to remove based on your weight,size etc. They have a formula they go by however, I think if you look in the forum that even though alot of women wanted to be smaller they were a little bigger. I would just discuss with your PS and husband..I am sure he'll be happy with the end results either way :) I didnt have lipo on the side my PS didnt mention that to me or maybe my insurance wouldnt cover or maybe he thought I didnt need. RIght now mine are still swollen on the sides at times but I am hoping they look ok once that settles down. I would have considered it. Best of luck of your journey and keep us updated.
June 6, 2013
I had the surgery on April 24th and I can hands down say its the best decision I've ever made! 5 weeks out and my scars are barley noticeable and all my symptoms are gone! I went from 38F to a 36C I couldn't be happier! I did have drains but they were removed before I left the hospital the next morning so it wasnt that big of a deal! Good luck!
June 6, 2013
My surgery was done some 4 months ago. The drains I believe is up to the surgeons preferences. Some like using them, some don't. Mine didn't. About the size, my PS wouldn't discuss cup sizes, and said he would make them a medium size that would go well with my frame. And I love the results :) I know some PS's will discuss sizes and bringing a picture of what you want wouldn't hurt, but I do see that although I would have liked to be slightly smaller, the new boobs look good on me, and my pains and aches are gone. My better half didn't mind me having a reduction at all, and basically said whatever I wanted was fine with him, but from what I've read here, BF's who feel more strongly about this tend to come around and enjoy the results every bit as much as their better halfs. I had no lipo. The PS said I wouldn't need it, and he was right. Also expect to loose weight after the surgery. Most women do, as they can be as active as they please without fearing the dreaded rashes, pains etc. Best of luck on the surgery, I'm sure you'll be delighted with the results :) I know this surgery was the best thing I've done for myself in many, many years.
UPDATED FROM October1022
2 months pre
2 months seems like forever to wait.
I see my big boobs and I immediately feel like the rest of me is big, too. Now want a tummy tuck :)
I hope the next 2 months goes quickly. I can't wait to be comfortable.
I hope the next 2 months goes quickly. I can't wait to be comfortable.
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June 14, 2013
When you find out about the insurance decision, please update as I think I have the same as you. Would love to know how they "think"! Good luck to you!
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