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21 Year Old J to D cup!!

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My breast reduction procedure is only a few days...

NYGirl1551December 23, 2012
WORTH IT$12,175

My breast reduction procedure is only a few days away and I am beyond excited! I am currently a J cup (when I actually thought I was a G) and I cannot wait to go down to a ittie bittie C cup. I am absolutely TIRED of feeling self conscious about my breast. I am ready to get rid of the pain of wearing bikinis that strain my neck, and the limitations of wearing backless tops and dresses!

My doctor recommended that I do the traditional procedure (the inverted "T" scape) but I guess I'm fine with that as long as the outcome looks good. What I am most nervous about however is the scarring, and the discomfort during sleep... how many pillows will I need to be comfortable?? I'm scared to see what my breast will look like with the fresh scars, do you guys recommend any scar removal creams or gels to maximize the healing process??

I will definitely upload some pictures for you guys and keep you posted because I think this forum is an amazing outlet for support and receive great advice about the procedure.

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Thomas P. Sterry, MD

Thomas P. Sterry, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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UPDATED FROM NYGirl1551
1 day pre

OMG MY PROCEDURE IS TOMORROW!! I am feeling so...

NYGirl1551December 26, 2012
OMG MY PROCEDURE IS TOMORROW!! I am feeling so many different emotions right now, I'm nervous, excited, worried, and scared and excited again lol. I just hope everything goes well. I have all my prescriptions ready and I'm basically counting down the hours. Wish me luck!!!!

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Kimmers25
December 29, 2012

I am checking on to see how you are doing girlie??  

Don't worry about the scars they will fade with some proper time and treatment.  Please let me know how you are doing.

NYGirl1551
December 31, 2012
I'm maintaining, my brain thinks my body can do more than it actually can so I'm trying to be patient. I am just really sore so once the swelling goes down I should feel a little better. Thank you for the support!!
Kimmers25
January 2, 2013

Oh I do remember that feeling!!  Please do go slow and give yourself a break.  You are doing really well so hang on and everything will get back to normal soon.

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SculptMeNow
December 29, 2012
hope your recovery goes well
NYGirl1551
January 1, 2013
Thank you! Happy New Year!
UPDATED FROM NYGirl1551
3 days post

I must say I am beyond impressed by Dr. Sterry's...

NYGirl1551December 30, 2012
I must say I am beyond impressed by Dr. Sterry's work. For just 3 days after surgery my breast look really good! NO DRAINS!!!! I was excited about that the most. I actually think I might be a small D cup once all the swelling goes down but that is perfectly fine, my breasts are perky and I feel sensation in both nipples. Thank goodness for these painkillers because these zingers are no joke! It's a constant burning, prickly feeling under the scars which are good signs of healing but are terribly annoying. I was able to shower yesterday (yes 2 days after surgery)!!

I was scared to see the scars but to my surprise they looked very tight and neat and it is clear he took his time with me. The only thing though is that I cannot do the #2 in the toilet, it's like it just wouldn't come out. I barely ate for the first 2 days so maybe that's whats causing the hold up but hopefully I do it soon, I feel so heavy! Not to mention my period just came last night.. great. Once I'm able to be mobile I will indeed be doing some squats because my poor bottom is taking all the pressure from laying on my back for so long. I attached some pictures for you guys and I am excited to hear your progress too!

Love,

NYGirl1551 xoxo

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DubaiDoubleH
December 31, 2012
The anaesthesia and painmeds also causes constipation. I drank plenty of water,took bromelain capsules every day,which,apart from aiding digestion, also acts as a natural post- operative swelling and inflammation reliever and i had natural yoghurt with honey each morning. After about 3 days nr 2 schedule returned to normal! Good luck!
NYGirl1551
January 1, 2013
Thank you so much, I finally started going to the bathroom regularly and the pain is decreasing, hopefully the swelling starts to go down soon too. Happy New Year :)
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bigbleasted
December 31, 2012
Keep on taking stool softners as long as you are taking pain meds. Congrats!
NYGirl1551
January 1, 2013
What are stool softners?
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bigbleasted
January 1, 2013
stool softners are over the counter meds that help to loosen or make your stools softer to pass. They are preferred over laxatives which engage your muscles. I would get both and take the softners daily and add a gentle laxative if the other is not helping. make sure you find a gentle laxative. You don't want to have to strain any additional muscles right now.
yourprincessdi
January 1, 2013
You look great. Happy New Year!
NYGirl1551
January 1, 2013
thank you so much!! Happy New Year!! : D
OneTallLady
January 3, 2013
You look great! You even have the same surgical bra that I did :) I was really backed up for the first few days after my surgery. I took the anti-constipation medicine like they recommended and even had a Fiber One bar every day, but the only thing that helped was switching from prescription pain meds to Tylenol. If you're able to, I'd make that switch as soon as you can :) As for sleeping, that's really a pain. For the first week, I slept with two pillows behind me, two on each side, and one under my knees. The second week I got rid of the side pillows. Then I switched to just one pillow under me like normal. I guess my body just knew to stay on my back. I really can't wait until I'm healed enough to sleep on my stomach because I've been waking up with lower back pain the last week or so.
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