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I got my implants in 2007. I was a 34B before I...
I got my implants in 2007. I was a 34B before I got extremely fit and went down to a small A cup. I felt like I looked "flat" and boyish without bigger boobs so I decided to get some. The implants were about 425-450cc, if I remember right. i went from a 34A to a 34D. (I originally wanted a C but my surgeon said for spacing, I have pretty broad shoulders, a small D would look better.) They were fine and never really bothered me for a couple of years. Then I woke up one morning with lopsided boobs! Turns out my left breast had decided to encapsulate. My doc put me on a medication and told me to massage the swollen area. It didn't help.
So I decided to let it go, live with it, and think about it for a while before I made a decision. After about a year I went back to my original PS to talk about possible removal and he straight up said something along the lines of, "No, the physical and mental repercussions would be too much to handle. You should just have it repaired." So I asked all my questions and told him my concerns including the fact that if I were to have it repaired (for $3,500) there is a 50% chance the problem will recur, I don't wont to spend that money with those odds, and I also don't want to spend the money to replace them every ten years (something I wish I thought more about when I originally got the BA.) He still wasn't being helpful or supportive of my preference for explantation so I began looking elsewhere. Then I came upon Real Self and I am so thankful! The more I read and researched the more I wanted to explant. So long story short, I found a couple of surgeons on here, consulted with them and chose one. I cannot explain how anxious and excited I am to get these things out!
It has been 3+ years since the encapsulation and as time goes on I hate my boobs more and more every day. I can't wear all those clothes I should be able to wear without a bra because they are so lopsided. I feel extremely self conscious in most things, especially a bathing suit. Even long necklaces lie on my chest funny because my left breast is so swollen. When I run only my right boob bounces. I even notice the difference when I go over speed bumps in my car. I am SO sick of the lopsidedness, discomfort, occasional pain, not being able to sleep on my stomach comfortably, not being able to wear what I want to, not being able to work out comfortably and freely, among many other things. Thanks to all the lovely women on this site I have gained the confidence I needed to schedule the surgery. The implants are coming out on April 11th! I wish it was tomorrow! 30 days to go... :)
So I decided to let it go, live with it, and think about it for a while before I made a decision. After about a year I went back to my original PS to talk about possible removal and he straight up said something along the lines of, "No, the physical and mental repercussions would be too much to handle. You should just have it repaired." So I asked all my questions and told him my concerns including the fact that if I were to have it repaired (for $3,500) there is a 50% chance the problem will recur, I don't wont to spend that money with those odds, and I also don't want to spend the money to replace them every ten years (something I wish I thought more about when I originally got the BA.) He still wasn't being helpful or supportive of my preference for explantation so I began looking elsewhere. Then I came upon Real Self and I am so thankful! The more I read and researched the more I wanted to explant. So long story short, I found a couple of surgeons on here, consulted with them and chose one. I cannot explain how anxious and excited I am to get these things out!
It has been 3+ years since the encapsulation and as time goes on I hate my boobs more and more every day. I can't wear all those clothes I should be able to wear without a bra because they are so lopsided. I feel extremely self conscious in most things, especially a bathing suit. Even long necklaces lie on my chest funny because my left breast is so swollen. When I run only my right boob bounces. I even notice the difference when I go over speed bumps in my car. I am SO sick of the lopsidedness, discomfort, occasional pain, not being able to sleep on my stomach comfortably, not being able to wear what I want to, not being able to work out comfortably and freely, among many other things. Thanks to all the lovely women on this site I have gained the confidence I needed to schedule the surgery. The implants are coming out on April 11th! I wish it was tomorrow! 30 days to go... :)
Hi all! I just wanted to add a few details that I...
Hi all! I just wanted to add a few details that I forgot to include in my original post. Reading these particular details in other posts were helpful for me so I just wanted to be sure to put it all out there. I will be reiterating some things I have already included I'm sure but...anyhow... :) I am almost 34 years old, 5'8", and 140 pounds. I got my implants in 2007. I was originally a 34A and went to a 34D. They are saline (not exactly sure what type...can't find my original paperwork) and under the muscle. I have had encapsulation on the left side since approx. Nov. of 2009. I have regretted getting the BA in the first place for quite a while now and hate to think about what an expensive lesson learned this has been. No lesson worth learning is easy, right?! I hope the story of my journey ends up being as helpful and encouraging to you just as others on this site have been to me. Much love and best of luck to all of you on your journey! :)
Just wondering what opinions those of you who've...
Just wondering what opinions those of you who've already explanted have about what type of sports bras to wear after surgery. What has/hasn't worked for you? I bought a couple of basic sports bras but I'm wondering if I should exchange them for the ones that are more low profile, thinner fabric with skinny/spaghetti straps. I'm thinking those will look better and less obvious under shirts. Will it be difficult to put them on over my head though? Should I get zip front sports bras? Any thoughts would be helpful! Thanks ladies!
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I discovered Dr. Chong and a couple of other surgeons on this website. I had a consultation with her and one other PS based on their good reviews. When I met with Dr. Chong I immediately felt comfortable and liked her very much. She answered pretty much all of my questions before I even asked them.