POSTED UNDER Breast Augmentation Reviews
27 Years Old, 5'6, 7 Stone 7, UK
UPDATED FROM Jen280983
3 days post
Day 2 post op
Jen280983May 16, 2015
WORTH IT$4,500
Feeling so much more comfortable today! Managed a full nights sleep last night and didn't awake on my back in a painful frantic panic!
Only thing bothering me today is itchiness! I think it must be my skin stretching. At first I thought it was my surgical bra being generally budget (and ugly) and so irritating me, so whipped it off hoping for a few moments of relief, but sadly that didn't help. I've rubbed in some bio oil (away from the incisions) to relieve a bit hopefully.
I've stopped taking the codeine now, just on two paracetamol every 6 hours. Mainly because I'm bloating so much and I think I'm managing my pain now without the need for codeine. I get no pain at all when I don't move, and just tight twinges when I forget and do something wild like reach for something!
The surgeon mentioned a 'gurgling' noise which sounds horrendous, and I have noticed it quite a lot. Apparently completely normal and feels much like when your stomach gurgles. In fact it's hard to tell the difference!
I've managed to treat myself to two shallow baths which has helped me feel less like a troll! The nurses said A shower was okay but if bandages are pretty much written off if they get wet, so didn't want to risk it with my post op not being until next Wednesday.
Really think that recovery is mainly mindset, getting washed, dressed and moving about has improved my mood loads today.
Really happy with how they are starting to look and feel. Still haven't tried any outfits on with them yet (mainly as I sold all my 'tiny [RS bleep]' clothes to celebrate) and plan to buy a new wardrobe. Added a few new pictures bra-less (feeling brave).
Only thing bothering me today is itchiness! I think it must be my skin stretching. At first I thought it was my surgical bra being generally budget (and ugly) and so irritating me, so whipped it off hoping for a few moments of relief, but sadly that didn't help. I've rubbed in some bio oil (away from the incisions) to relieve a bit hopefully.
I've stopped taking the codeine now, just on two paracetamol every 6 hours. Mainly because I'm bloating so much and I think I'm managing my pain now without the need for codeine. I get no pain at all when I don't move, and just tight twinges when I forget and do something wild like reach for something!
The surgeon mentioned a 'gurgling' noise which sounds horrendous, and I have noticed it quite a lot. Apparently completely normal and feels much like when your stomach gurgles. In fact it's hard to tell the difference!
I've managed to treat myself to two shallow baths which has helped me feel less like a troll! The nurses said A shower was okay but if bandages are pretty much written off if they get wet, so didn't want to risk it with my post op not being until next Wednesday.
Really think that recovery is mainly mindset, getting washed, dressed and moving about has improved my mood loads today.
Really happy with how they are starting to look and feel. Still haven't tried any outfits on with them yet (mainly as I sold all my 'tiny [RS bleep]' clothes to celebrate) and plan to buy a new wardrobe. Added a few new pictures bra-less (feeling brave).
UPDATED FROM Jen280983
1 day post
Boobs FINALLY
Jen280983May 14, 2015
It's all over and I am the proud owner of a pair of boobs! Such a stree free and pain free experience, could not fault any part of it.
Dr Prinsloo went ahead with the 270 cc in the end and I'm really pleased. I'm yet to peak under the surgical bra yet, despite being in the comfort of my own home! They look slightly swollen and are sore when I move but apart from that I'm absolutely fine.
Currently taking meds like clock work so as to avoid any impending pain. Sleeping upright on a v pillow (£5 eBay!) which I'm getting on well with considering I'm usually a face down tummy sleeper!
Dr Prinsloo went ahead with the 270 cc in the end and I'm really pleased. I'm yet to peak under the surgical bra yet, despite being in the comfort of my own home! They look slightly swollen and are sore when I move but apart from that I'm absolutely fine.
Currently taking meds like clock work so as to avoid any impending pain. Sleeping upright on a v pillow (£5 eBay!) which I'm getting on well with considering I'm usually a face down tummy sleeper!
Replies (4)
May 14, 2015
They look great! I am 1-day PO, and like you, no real pain...just soreness. I liken it to a super heavy chest day at the gym!
May 16, 2015
I had the same size implant too and so happy with it! Hope you have a speedy recovery! They look great!
ORIGINAL POST
I am the worst decision maker in the world. Hence...
Jen280983May 12, 2015
I am the worst decision maker in the world. Hence why I have been umming and arring like a thing possessed about having surgery for in and around 5 years, clinging on to the hope that one day I'd wake up and a decent pair will have appeared, but sadly not.
So after much research, and several consultancies I finally committed, booked a date and paid up. That date is tomorrow and in true form I am in an absolute flap about what size to go to.
I am vertically challenged and have the figure of a child (hence the surgery!) and really do not want that fake look. The surgeon has advised 240-270 cc. I'm flitting between playing it safe and going for 250, or going for it and having 270 as I don't want to regret feeling too small after all of the brain power (and money!) spent.
Safe to say I am a bag of nerves this evening! I've not really let myself think about the surgery too much until this week. Looking at botched jobs for 'research purposes' was not the best idea either!
I have full faith in my surgeon however, and I'm really excited to finally have the body of a (miniature) woman.
So after much research, and several consultancies I finally committed, booked a date and paid up. That date is tomorrow and in true form I am in an absolute flap about what size to go to.
I am vertically challenged and have the figure of a child (hence the surgery!) and really do not want that fake look. The surgeon has advised 240-270 cc. I'm flitting between playing it safe and going for 250, or going for it and having 270 as I don't want to regret feeling too small after all of the brain power (and money!) spent.
Safe to say I am a bag of nerves this evening! I've not really let myself think about the surgery too much until this week. Looking at botched jobs for 'research purposes' was not the best idea either!
I have full faith in my surgeon however, and I'm really excited to finally have the body of a (miniature) woman.
Replies (2)
May 12, 2015
I would say this - The most common thing I hear from my augmentation patients when I see them 6-12 months down the road from their surgery is... "I wish I'd gone just a little bit bigger."
Now, I am a bit conservative when I recommend implant sizes, because I firmly believe in quality over quantity, and with very large implants the quality starts to suffer and the risk of complication increases. My normal implant selection range is around 250-400cc's.
If you're considering between 250 or 275 cc implants, without even seeing you I would suggest going for the 275. A 275cc implant is not a large implant at all, and I can't imagine a patient that would look overly artificial with an implant that size.
Hope this helps, and good luck with your surgery and recovery!
B Hermann, MD
May 14, 2015
Hi, the 270cc look very natural on you, good work.. I have 330cc and want to down size to 230/250cc... But have not seen anyone w this size, all are much bigger.. The surgeon says 250 would be like having nothing done.. I don't believe that. Your pics someone gave me the idea of size, but would you be ok w posting w no bra? Side profile view..
May 14, 2015
Your pic somewhat gave me an idea of what 270cc looks like, but would you please post no bra and side profile view... I want to see how much 270cc stands out.. Also include the style of implant, round and flat or the narrow and high profile... Thank you!
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