28FF/30F 5'3", 115 Lbs, sore, saggy Breasts

While my breasts weren't big by many people's standards, on my frame they were way too large. I'd gained and lost a bunch of weight very rapidly several times during my teen years due to medications I was prescribed at the time. I have very lumpy and dense breast tissue and they were already large and a bit saggy to begin with, but after the serial weight gain/loss they were hanging really low. My breasts also fluctuate a lot month to month and when that happens they become huge (up an entire bra size or two), swollen, hard, and painful.

I've worn properly-fitting bras for the past ten years (tighter in the band and larger in the cup, versus the standard American bras that are loose in the band and smaller in the cup, which results in spillover and all the support coming from your shoulders instead of your ribcage). I think that was why I didn't have chronic back or neck pain like so many large-chested women do. I do have terrible posture from supporting their weight, and could never not wear a bra even just around the house without feeling back pain.



I've daydreamed about getting a breast reduction for as long as I can remember because aside from the physical issues, I was also self-conscious of them, they were constantly getting in the way, clothes didn't fit right, etc. etc. It wasn't until recently that I finally realized this was something I COULD do. I did a lot of research, had a consult with an amazing surgeon, my insurance approved it (and I'm so grateful it was so easy, because I know it's not for many people) and my surgery was yesterday. I should mention that I also got a lipoma removed from under my right arm. I had the option to stay overnight but I felt good once the grogginess from the anesthesia wore off. I ate my entire dinner, peed, and they let me go!



Today is day one after surgery and I feel great. I'm taking 5 mg of oxy every 5 hours and eating and drinking normally. Trying to do lots of water and tea and broth along with solid foods. The oxy is making me a little sleepy and groggy but other than that I have't noticed any side effects. I haven't taken the gauze off yet because the nurse who discharged me forgot to give me any. So my friend is running to pick some up tonight and then I'll finally get to take the bra off and see how they look! So far I've only peeked a little and they looked amaaaaazing and tiny, just like I wanted! She took 317 grams from one side and 270 grams from the other for a total of about 1.25 lbs. Right now the most annoying thing is the drains because they're hanging down by my sides and where the tubes go into my skin is a bit sore. I've had very little drainage though, so I'm hoping I can get them taken out a few days early.



I'll add more pics once I take the bra and gauze off tonight.