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34, Desperately Needing Breast Reduction, 36H. Scared of Operation :(

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I need a breast reduction so bad! I have been...

Kwazyca
$5,000
I need a breast reduction so bad! I have been approved, waiting for surgery which could be days or months. I had my consultation with Dr. Shane Seal in Newfoundland, Canada. Since it's covered by MCP he didn't show me any before and after pics, I guess that is reserved for clients of his private practice. He is confident he can get me to a good size, but one of his comments threw me off. He said it's for therapeutic reasons, no cosmetic. Does that mean he doesn't take as much care as he would for someone who goes to his private practice and pays for it? This is my 2nd consult, first was with Dr. Joy Cluett. I wasn't particularly impressed with her and again, no before and after pictures. Since it's a small place where I live, there are some reviews on these plastic surgeons, but no pictures of their work. It really disconcerts me because I wonder is he the type that leaves them on the larger side? I don't want to go through all this and be left with breasts I still feel are too big. I am also terrified of the operation, I've never been under general anaesthetic. I am afraid I am one of those people who will die on the table.

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Dr. Shane Seal

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August 13, 2015
I just had a breast reduction done by him last week. I was an F, and I think I will be about a C. His work is excellent. Very nice Doctor, great attention to detail, and very meticulous. I could not recommend him enough!
August 13, 2015
Thanks so much for writing, I was afraid I wouldn't find anyone who had him as a surgeon! So does the reduction look like work you see on here? Were you waiting long after approval for surgery?
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August 16, 2015
I waited about six months. My reduction looks just like some of the best work you see here. No problems at all so far, and I'm very happy with the result.
August 17, 2015
I inboxed you back, not sure if you got it because it doesn't notify sometimes :)
August 14, 2015
I understand the fear factor, but also take into consideration not having it done? I waited until I was 54 and wish I had, had it done years ago. It was worth all the pain and worry even though I am only 8 weeks post op I would do it all again.
August 16, 2015
I have a child so my main fear is leaving him without a mom if something did happen :(
August 17, 2015
Then leave it for a few years until you are 100% sure about it. I think a strong belief that this is what you want also aids your recovery because the change is immense in so many ways. I have so much more confidence, shoulders back head held high, not rounded shoulders and hiding in baggy clothes any more.
September 2, 2016
It would, in my opinion be inappropriate to promise a better result a procedure you pay directly for. After all, your surgeon is still getting paid. He will do his best work, because he is a professional and at some time in the future, you may want another procedure not covered by provincial health!

I personally have been a patient of Dr Seal. I trust him completely. He won't disappoint!
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December 26, 2017
Haha.... remember me leaving my testament 4 my son..... thats how scared in was..... still here tho. ... So you probably will wake up and Be the owner of fantastic New boobs. And no they do the best they can. ... imagin how bad he would look when he did that. .... news travels fast this days. ...
UPDATED FROM Kwazyca
21 days pre

Surgery scheduled.....

Kwazyca
Surgery is scheduled for Nov. 16. Wondering if I'll actually have the nerve to go through with it.

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October 25, 2016
Holy, did you really have to wait from summer 2015 to Nov 2016? I'm in BC Canada, and my surgeon's office has told me it's a 6-8 or 6-12 months wait for surgery (I forget).
October 25, 2016
I could have had it done last fall, but I just started a new job and had 3 months probation so I couldn't do it at that time. They asked when I'd like to reschedule and I said next fall. Here it is lol
October 25, 2016
Ooh ok! I'm glad it's worked out for you, such a long time coming. Don't back out, everyone says they wish they had done it sooner :) the pros will surely outweigh the cons ❤
October 26, 2016
Thanks! Fingers crossed lol
November 14, 2016
I'm in BC and just had my BR done last week. Initial consultation was April 20 and first surgery date offered was Oct 5. (That date didn't work for me so they called when they got one that worked for me).

My Dr also did not provide pictures and I was okay with that. Everyone is different!
November 14, 2016
Where in BC are you? I forgot to ask to see pics, and I'm so nervous becayse my surgeon is young. I'm nervous that she's not experienced enough.
November 14, 2016
It's so worth the lack of neck and back pain! I was a 34h and I think I'll be a c-d. I was very nervous too. No pictures from my PS, due to privacy issues with the hospital he works through. I had asked my obgyn who she recommended and he was at the top of her list. Sending calming thoughts your way....
November 14, 2016
Thanks so much!
November 19, 2016
I agree SOOOOO worth it!!! Don't be afraid, it was pretty easy.
UPDATED FROM Kwazyca
2 days pre

Eeeek! T-2 days! Fingers crossed I actually go through with it.

Kwazyca
Pre-op is Tuesday and the big day is Wednesday. Nerves are all over the place. Seriously wondering if my anxiety/fear of hospitals will get the better of me and I'll end up cancelling. I'm trying to stay positive but can't help being realistic.

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November 14, 2016
❤❤❤ You'll feel so much better if you can go through with it! Weight off your shoulders, honey. I have a lot of anxiety, too, and I'm not even scheduled yet. I'm over thinking EVERYTHING but at the same time, I wish my surgery were happening asap.
November 19, 2016
Honestly this is a very painless surgery!! I wouldn't have believed it if I had not done it! I am 5 days post op and I feel great! I even had s$& with my husband last night!!!! TMI but I am trying to show how great you feel after! So worth it!!!
November 22, 2016
Lol that's awesome :)