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First Week Post Op Days- New York, NY
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I'm so nervous/excited thinking about having this...
eriidancer986July 16, 2013
$8,860
I'm so nervous/excited thinking about having this procedure done. I am 23 (almost 24 at the end of the month) and have been doing research since I was 18. So after waiting all this time, I am sure that I am not going to change my mind. I am really glad I found realself.com and have been reading forums and reviews. It has definitely calmed me down :). I've been on 4 consultations already and I'm ready to pick my surgeon. I am 5'2 110lbs 32AA and have a very narrow rib cage. I am looking for a very modest augmentation (around a B cup). I have been thinking about 200-250cc implant. I am a dancer so I don't want to go too large. I am going to my second consultation this Thursday...I can't wait!
UPDATED FROM eriidancer986
6 days pre
A week and counting! July 26th is the day :)
eriidancer986July 19, 2013
Its a week from today! Everything is set and ready! I went in yesterday for another pre-op appointment. I am still really nervous and had a couple more questions. He was great at answering everything and even gave me his cellphone number to contact him in case anything came up. I still feel a bit nervous but less since talking to him. I'm mostly nervous about the anesthesia because I've never been under. I have no idea what to expect.
We talked about 225cc or a 250cc high profile silicone implants through an inframammary incision. I am very happy with size since I am petite, have a very narrow rib cage and am active. He told me it would be a month to a month and a half till I can resume dancing and going to the gym. I am used to working out 4-5 times a week so I am sure this is going to feel odd. But its worth it :)
Thank you to all the ladies that wrote reviews! I have an idea of what to expect now and that is helping with the nerves! I will be posting pre-op pictures soon!
We talked about 225cc or a 250cc high profile silicone implants through an inframammary incision. I am very happy with size since I am petite, have a very narrow rib cage and am active. He told me it would be a month to a month and a half till I can resume dancing and going to the gym. I am used to working out 4-5 times a week so I am sure this is going to feel odd. But its worth it :)
Thank you to all the ladies that wrote reviews! I have an idea of what to expect now and that is helping with the nerves! I will be posting pre-op pictures soon!
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July 22, 2013
Glad to hear you have found RealSelf helpful with your journey! Here is a list of items you may want to set up and purchase for your recovery. Feel free to post your "wish boob" photos...and be sure to share them with your PS too! Looking forward to your updates!
July 24, 2013
Thank you Beth! The list of items is great! I will be posting some wish boob pictures today
UPDATED FROM eriidancer986
2 days pre
Wish Boobs!
eriidancer986July 24, 2013
Hey ladies!
My surgery is scheduled at 7:30am on 7/26. I feel ready! Today I cleaned my apartment and picked up my medicine from the pharmacy. I also posted some "wish boob" pictures of how I would like to look like.
I picked up a wedge pillow, neck pillow, and some extra pillows to sleep on. My doctor recommended sleeping elevated to prevent swelling. I am nervous about the recovery period and about the results. I hope everything turns out fine.
I was wondering if you guys had any tips that helped in your recovery?
My surgery is scheduled at 7:30am on 7/26. I feel ready! Today I cleaned my apartment and picked up my medicine from the pharmacy. I also posted some "wish boob" pictures of how I would like to look like.
I picked up a wedge pillow, neck pillow, and some extra pillows to sleep on. My doctor recommended sleeping elevated to prevent swelling. I am nervous about the recovery period and about the results. I hope everything turns out fine.
I was wondering if you guys had any tips that helped in your recovery?
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July 24, 2013
We have the same stats! I am 2 weeks post op with 260cc silicone HP. You can look over my review to see if there is anything that can help you, but right off the top of my head... make sure to get plenty of sleep before surgery! Lots of people think it doesn't really matter since they will be sleeping all day after surgery, but you come out of anesthesia much better if you are well rested. Let your anesthesiologist know ahead of times your specific fears, I was afraid of being nauseous after surgery (oh my gosh, so scared to throw up on top of the pain!) and of being confused when I woke up. She gave me extra anti-nausea medicine in my IV and made sure to put extra effort into talking to me and reassuring me when I was waking up. (I was still confused, but she helped). Bring a blanket in with you, I woke up FREEZING and it hurts to shiver immediately after. I had a pillow for the car, but hadn't even considered a blanket in July! Bring your pain meds/muscle relaxers with you and have your person make sure you take them before you leave for home if you are in pain. Also, pack a yogurt or pudding. I couldn't get crackers down because my mouth was so dry, but that was all I had brought with me. Once I got home, took my meds and had my mom spoon feed me a tapioca pudding I felt SOOO much better, really wish I had those things right after surgery. Drink plenty of water, I made myself a rule that I had to go through a whole bottle of water before each dose of meds, which was every three hours. And also, make sure you have a "crashing zone" set up at home- mine was my couch in my bedroom, reclined and set up with tons of pillows and a blanket. For me the first hour-hour and a half was tough, and after that it was just a matter of staying on top of your meds and not expecting too much out of yourself. Make sure to clue your person in as to what to expect post op as well! Best of luck to you, you'll do great!
July 25, 2013
Thank you for all the tips JuJu! I am feeling less nervous and more excited now. I checked out your page and they look great :). Can't wait till tomorrow!
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