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Mum of 4 U.K - Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB

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After 20 yrs of yearning a breast reduction, it...

Tam4
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After 20 yrs of yearning a breast reduction, it seems about to become a reality!
Last year I went to my doc and talked it through. Fortunately I was approved on the NHs. Three wks ago I had my pre-op. I could have had the op 2 wks ago but wasn't prepared re my family life! Had a call this eve re late April (yikes, this month) /early May. This site has been sooooo helpful, as I was entering this whole deal lightly. As a 40 yr old, I had my first 'operation' 3 yrs ago. I had a buniomectomy, then carpal tunnel (local anaesthetic, and I watched!) and ultimately Ulnar nerve surgery. I ma be naieve but if I can get through bunion surgery ( broken bones and pinned on both sides of foot) under local anesthesia I think I'm invinsible ;-)

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April 3, 2014
It will be a walk in the park after your other ops! I have bunions but am too scared to have surgery on them as I believe it is extremely painful. Good luck and good healing.
April 3, 2014
Iam a week tomorrow post op and it has been a breeze feel great
April 8, 2014
Well, thats not to say I not a little nervous! Re bunions, best thing I did for my foot. It IS painful tho, and really is a good 6 wk initial recovery. Worth it
April 8, 2014
Congrats! Thats good to hear. I cant wait to be in the same position
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April 3, 2014
congratulations on getting NHS funding. the usual recovery from this surgery is very easy, read my review for a typical recovery. sites like this are used more by people with problems than those having an easy time so it can make it look worse than it is. however, it seems you have a positive attitude. knowing what to expect and having realistic expectations is key! Get yourself bromelain from holland + barrett for the swelling, it is miraculous.
April 8, 2014
Thanks! Should have my date by the end of this week. I keep waiting for that phone call :-/ and im not a patient person;-) Shall get some Bromelain.
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Tam4
Just returned from a super trip to London. Thought I'd fill you in on my reasons for surgery. After breastfeeding four kids for a yr each, my enormous engorged boobs never did shrink!
Although I'm at my heaviest at the moment, even when I was pretty slim 2 yrs ago nothing changed 'up top'. As I turned 40 last yr I decided to take action. I'm 5,9 and 145lbs and wear 32 G/H cup bras. Thus I have the welts in shoulders, under wire etc, as my rib cage is quite narrow.
I should have my op date by the end of this week, I am desperate!! All the best to everyone :-)

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On the other side!!!

Tam4
Quick post. I had my op today!!! Went well. Compression bra going on tomorrow morn, so Ive been able to see them. My new boobas look incredible!!! So glad I had the opportunity to have this done. Hubby is immensly pleased ;-))
This forum has been an incredible support. Thankyou Real Self x

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May 20, 2014
so pleased for you and a supportive husband is great. mine loves my new boobs and the body confidence it gives me, have just ordered net curtains for the bedroom as i have taken to walking round the house naked!!!!!
May 20, 2014
Thanks Peedie! Im coming home today. Am going to really do as Im meant to and take it verrrry easy. Im already only on paracetamol :-)