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I have been learning about and from so many of you...
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I have been learning about and from so many of you for several months now. I would have given up except for all the strength that I found on this site. You made all the difference for me. Thank you all!
I am happy to share that I am scheduled for BR September 19th!
Excited-stay tuned for my panic!
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UPDATED FROM Margie333
28 days pre
A little background. I am 5'1' 155 lbs and...
A little background. I am 5'1' 155 lbs and overflowing a 34DDD. I hope to be small enough after surgery to never have "that" kind of backache again. I was a B cup when I was 12. Over the years, through pregnancies, weight gain, weight loss, hysterectomy,menopause and life they continued to grow and get heavier. I however continued to be "short" LOL! Funny how that works.
I first considered breast reduction 10-15 years ago but family and financial considerations made it impossible. Several doctors over the years told me just lose more weight. That never worked for me. My breast never lost weight but the more I lost the greater the strain on my back. Years of poor posture either from trying to hide them or from the weight of them did not help either. I really started to think that I was just too old for BR (62) and that I should just deal with it. Then the back pain got a lot worse.
Pain was my motivation. I love to walk, garden, travel and sew. All have been severely limited by my back pain. I am so excited that the surgery will give me the opportunity to do these things once again.
My PS is wonderful. He is a great listener and answered my questions before I even asked them. He reassured me and I left feeling very hopeful. Other than my chiropractor, this was the first time that I felt that way after speaking to a doctor about BR.
Four weeks and counting..... I hope I will be able to help others the way I have been helped by this wonderful group. I am so glad I found you. Thanks again!
I first considered breast reduction 10-15 years ago but family and financial considerations made it impossible. Several doctors over the years told me just lose more weight. That never worked for me. My breast never lost weight but the more I lost the greater the strain on my back. Years of poor posture either from trying to hide them or from the weight of them did not help either. I really started to think that I was just too old for BR (62) and that I should just deal with it. Then the back pain got a lot worse.
Pain was my motivation. I love to walk, garden, travel and sew. All have been severely limited by my back pain. I am so excited that the surgery will give me the opportunity to do these things once again.
My PS is wonderful. He is a great listener and answered my questions before I even asked them. He reassured me and I left feeling very hopeful. Other than my chiropractor, this was the first time that I felt that way after speaking to a doctor about BR.
Four weeks and counting..... I hope I will be able to help others the way I have been helped by this wonderful group. I am so glad I found you. Thanks again!
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August 23, 2012
Congratulations. You will look and feel fabulous!!
August 23, 2012
Thank you so much...I smiled because I also have trouble reaching the bottom of the washer and the tip toeing "them" to plug in the coffee pot...oh yes....and how about the tucking them out of the dinner plate...I so get it....
August 23, 2012
Lol.yes yur right!! My brothers kidded me at a wedding we had amd he yelled to me to get those things off the table cause people were trying to eat. They have been the butt of y 5 brothers jokes so long theyre going to be lost when thry have nothing to say.!!
August 23, 2012
Welcome, Margie! We are so glad to have you here! You are just going to be amazed at the freedom this procedure will provide you! I am one year post op and have not once regretted my decision!
August 23, 2012
Thank you! I am very glad to be here....I have followed your posts, updates for months now and have learned so much. Whenever I start to get nervous I just go back to the laptop. Eye strain might be a side effect of BR anticipation I am so glad you have not regretted your decision....I don't think I will either. Thank you also for the pictures. BTW you look Great!
August 23, 2012
Thanks, Margie! The best thing is that I feel great too! Exercise is possible, finding clothes to fit is possible, and I really don't even give my breasts a thought when I'm getting dressed or out in public. And no back or neck pain!! There have been a couple of days where I've gotten up in the morning with a stiff neck, and I am just amazed that I use to feel like that all of the time!
August 23, 2012
Can't even imagine ... gives me goose bumps just thinking of that being possible for me too. I might just walk around with a smile all day.
August 25, 2012
hi Margie!! way to go to take on this journey!! its a crazy ride but I know that it will be so worth it!! i am so excited to be on this forum!! its a huge blessing!! your wait will go by fast!! just one warning that last week sneaks up on your bottom!! margie there is a september board on here check it out!! some great girls on there!!! i have 5 days left!!! its exciting and crazy all togerher!!! keep in touch!! love and blessings
August 25, 2012
Thank you so much for your love and blessings and good thoughts. I am sooooo excited and so eager to have it done. Five days, wow!!! I will be following your progress and sending warm healing gentle hugs to ya!
UPDATED FROM Margie333
14 days pre
My surgery date has been confirmed by the PS...
My surgery date has been confirmed by the PS office and the hospital for the 19th. They have told me what my deposits are and I have paid them....so this is for real... My pre-op is not until Thursday the 13th, but since I had already given them my physical exam report, mammo and cardio clearance I hope, hope, hope there won't be any last minute surprises...
Having a little trouble keeping the boob underside "rash" under control so I have started putting gauze and cortisone on it even when it isn't flared up to keep it "quiet" until surgery. Also avoiding my under-wire bra because it is really digging in. They seem heavier and my back pain has also spread to the shoulders. Sure do miss my alleve and excedrin!!!!! tylenol just doesn't work as well.
Making lists and trying to keep really busy because the panic is making every effort to creep in. Still mostly excited, counting the days and can't wait to be on the ibt side....
Having a little trouble keeping the boob underside "rash" under control so I have started putting gauze and cortisone on it even when it isn't flared up to keep it "quiet" until surgery. Also avoiding my under-wire bra because it is really digging in. They seem heavier and my back pain has also spread to the shoulders. Sure do miss my alleve and excedrin!!!!! tylenol just doesn't work as well.
Making lists and trying to keep really busy because the panic is making every effort to creep in. Still mostly excited, counting the days and can't wait to be on the ibt side....
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September 6, 2012
Hi, Margie.
The relief that comes after surgery is immediate and incredible. Glad to see you're able to do this for yourself.
You mentioned that you like to sew. What kind? Clothes, quilting, embroidery, needlepoint? I'm a hand embroiderer myself.
The relief that comes after surgery is immediate and incredible. Glad to see you're able to do this for yourself.
You mentioned that you like to sew. What kind? Clothes, quilting, embroidery, needlepoint? I'm a hand embroiderer myself.
September 6, 2012
Hi just right!
I am a beginner quilter, have wanted to learn all my life and just started a year ago. Have made two matching patriotic quilts for my son's AF retirement last spring and his wife's AFretirement coming up next spring. I also love hand embroidery, mostly as gifts. Dabble a little in children's clothes - have grandchildren I want to sew for when I feel better!!!!
I am a beginner quilter, have wanted to learn all my life and just started a year ago. Have made two matching patriotic quilts for my son's AF retirement last spring and his wife's AFretirement coming up next spring. I also love hand embroidery, mostly as gifts. Dabble a little in children's clothes - have grandchildren I want to sew for when I feel better!!!!
September 6, 2012
Just a week until your pre-op! You will do great! The extra pain you are feeling is just a little reminder of the whole reason why you are doing this and it will keep you focused on your goal. Stick with us girl, and we will keep you relaxed! Getting through this next week and a half is the worst of it all!
September 7, 2012
Margie, I'm with you there - Tylenol doesn't help my pain. I'm an ibuprofen girl. The PS said I can start taking it again a week after surgery but at the rate I'm going, I am not sure I'll need it. Thanks for the kind thoughts - I'm keeping you in mine as your date approaches! September 19 will be here before you know it!
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