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22 Years Old, 34J, Hoping to Relieve Back Pain! - Portland, OR

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My breast reduction is next Thursday (9/15), and...

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aveni
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My breast reduction is next Thursday (9/15), and I'm so excited! I have constant back pain which a year of physical and massage therapy hasn't resolved. I'm really hoping this will make a difference.
I've have big boobs since I was very young, and they have always been such a nuisance. They have caused me so much physical pain, and I really struggled with body image when I was young because of their large size.
I seriously can't wait to fit into regular bras!!! No more ugly beige minimizers for me! My PS thinks the smallest he will be able to get me is a C cup. I've told him I want to be as small as possible (within the realm of safe, of course). I was looking at bras the other day and a C cup seems so small! Can't wait!

Really the only thing I'm worried about is when the time comes to go back to work. My job is relatively physical (I'm a nanny), and I'm worried about hurting myself lifting the two year old. I'll have about two weeks off, but I'm worried that won't be enough. Anyone have experience with how long it took you to be able to keep up with a toddler???

aveni's provider

Reid Mueller, MD

Reid Mueller, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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September 7, 2016
I'm at 2 weeks post op and no way would I lift a toddler! Talk to your ps but I don't belie you should do that.
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September 7, 2016
Good to know! Thank you!
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September 11, 2016
I completely agree. I tried to carry a small bag of groceries today. I thought I opened my incision on the underside. Scared me to death. There was a sharp pain followed by burning and stinging. Do what your doctor tells you to do. It's so important to get the results you want.
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September 11, 2016
Good luck! You will love it. I am 4 days post. Every morning I wake up to a even more perfect shape. So worth every penny.
September 19, 2016
I'm 1 week into my procedure and can't pick up my daughter (5 years old) yet. I do think that's largely because I had lipo on the side tissue, beneath my arms, to smooth out the tissue. However, I think I'll be ready for solid hugs and cuddles when I hit 2 weeks as all the stitches will be out. As long as your stitches are out, you should be able to pick up your nanny kiddos. How do you feel?
September 19, 2016
I'm glad to know that information too. Maybe I'm too optimistic. That encourages me because I had a friend who had the procedure and was up walking and just fine after 3 days, which made me question my recovery process.
UPDATED FROM aveni
7 days pre

Pre Op Appointment

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I had my pre op appointment today over the phone. Nothing super exciting, we basically just went over some basic info I already knew (either from my initial appointment or from the millions of reviews I've read!).

The only question I had was about what to expect if I'm in my period the day of surgery (which is likely, unfortunately). She said just to wear a pad and to not worry about it so that was good to hear.

I'm definitely starting to feel nervous now that I'm so close to the finish line. But mostly I'm just excited!

I've added a few more before shots to look back on after my surgery. Had to wear a long sleeve shirt to cover up my tattoos since I'd like to keep this as anonymous as possible!
They are in black in white cause I'm classy like that ;)

Taking pictures of your boobs is hard!!

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UPDATED FROM aveni
7 days pre

More before photos!

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aveni
These didn't attach to the last post. Oops!

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