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51 Year Old Post Menopause Boobs, Who Just Wants to Be in Proportion. - Princes Risborough, GB
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I haven't always been big, in my 30's I was a D...
hopingforaCAugust 13, 2015
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I haven't always been big, in my 30's I was a D cup, which I could handle. With my two pregnancies which I had late, I gained a cup size, then came the menopause and I find myself an out of proportion F/G cup.
I am short 5ft 2inches with a small frame for example I am a size 2 shoe (US 5), so I think the tension I feel in my back and neck (no actual pain so far) is due to the extra weight which my frame can't handle. I also have a small face so my boobs as a comparison look bigger than they are and it makes my face appear smaller too, I wonder if anyone out there finds they are the same? My posture is shocking, and I think it is a matter of time before I damage my back. I was hoping the tension in my neck and shoulders are responsible for my headaches and with any luck the teeth grinding I experience, chances are it isn't but I can hope, because the op will solve so many problems if it is. I like to keep fit, in particular zumba, I would like to jog, but find that impossible at the moment, I am reading that some women's breathing improves I am hoping mine does.
I am paying for this myself as the NHS in the UK, which is free care, won't cover stuff like cosmetic surgery unless it is really bad.
I can't stress how much I have gained from this site, I won't have found the courage to go through with this op otherwise, even though I have had cosmetic surgery before albeit 22 years ago on my nose. The two people I have told have made me think I am being daft and that it is not needed. The thing is, I think I have learnt to hide my size with layers and scoop necks. I now also wear a well fitting bra, with side panels that push the boobs forward I think it has helped for a couple of years, but now I want to buy clothes that fit and have a less 'middle aged' shape.
My op is in 10 days time, my PS is Adrian Richards who provides really good podcasts, there is one where he talks about every aspect of breast reductions, he talks for a full hour, anyone can download it from his website at Aurora.
Anyway I am forever on this site it keeps me motivated, I need that as I am swinging from excitement to trepidation to the extent I am afraid I won't turn up.
I am short 5ft 2inches with a small frame for example I am a size 2 shoe (US 5), so I think the tension I feel in my back and neck (no actual pain so far) is due to the extra weight which my frame can't handle. I also have a small face so my boobs as a comparison look bigger than they are and it makes my face appear smaller too, I wonder if anyone out there finds they are the same? My posture is shocking, and I think it is a matter of time before I damage my back. I was hoping the tension in my neck and shoulders are responsible for my headaches and with any luck the teeth grinding I experience, chances are it isn't but I can hope, because the op will solve so many problems if it is. I like to keep fit, in particular zumba, I would like to jog, but find that impossible at the moment, I am reading that some women's breathing improves I am hoping mine does.
I am paying for this myself as the NHS in the UK, which is free care, won't cover stuff like cosmetic surgery unless it is really bad.
I can't stress how much I have gained from this site, I won't have found the courage to go through with this op otherwise, even though I have had cosmetic surgery before albeit 22 years ago on my nose. The two people I have told have made me think I am being daft and that it is not needed. The thing is, I think I have learnt to hide my size with layers and scoop necks. I now also wear a well fitting bra, with side panels that push the boobs forward I think it has helped for a couple of years, but now I want to buy clothes that fit and have a less 'middle aged' shape.
My op is in 10 days time, my PS is Adrian Richards who provides really good podcasts, there is one where he talks about every aspect of breast reductions, he talks for a full hour, anyone can download it from his website at Aurora.
Anyway I am forever on this site it keeps me motivated, I need that as I am swinging from excitement to trepidation to the extent I am afraid I won't turn up.
UPDATED FROM hopingforaC
1 day pre
Today is the day
hopingforaCAugust 24, 2015
Nil by mouth from now on. I only have to travel for half an hour I checked out the Hospital yesterday it is The BMI Shelburne in High Wycombe. Not as nervous as I thought I would be maybe because I have come full circle with this and now resigned to the fact this will be happening. I have a friend taking me I wondered whether those who have already had their op had their children visit? I am debating staying two nights any thoughts on that.. Seeing as I will be fending for myself for the first few days. My kids are 9 and 12, I don't want to distress them, but it would help me I think.
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August 24, 2015
Good luck. Mine is on 2 September in Bristol, UK. PS Lisa Sacks
August 24, 2015
Hello. I just read your comment about your children. My daughter is 9 and I have the same dilemma. What did you decide?
August 25, 2015
Hi I have had my op all went well, hardly any pain and after finally eating I feel really quite well, so I think I will arrange for them to visit. I am infact in two minds about whether to go home today. The op went well my only concern is I am on the small side my Ps says B/C I think B, still better with my build to be too small than too big, but it will take some getting used to. Good luck for your op, I was strangely calm in the end and as I say, so far it has been quite easy.
UPDATED FROM hopingforaC
1 day post
Now for the healing
hopingforaCAugust 25, 2015
All went well, no pain although I did have uncontrollable shaking which they gave me something for. Once I had eaten and drunk a litre of water I felt much better. My boobs are tiny my PS says between a B and C and if they stay this size I am ok with it, but when the swelling goes down I Am not so sure. But either way so much better visually and I do feel lighter and freer around my back and shoulders. So glad it is over I just hope the recovery goes well, good luck to everyone else.
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August 25, 2015
It is an odd process. Mine felt very small afterwards but 10 months down the line the shape is so different, they certainly do drop and fluff and look more natural. Hope the healing goes well, all I advise is lots of rest and plenty of protein to eat. There will be tearful days and days you regret the operation but in long run so worthwhile. I love mine now. X


August 26, 2015
Sounds like you got my B/C. Hope you add some pics. Pretty sure I am going to be a D/DD but they are definitely smaller, higher & firmer. Good luck with your healing. I have just been lying or sitting about the house promoting good healing thoughts.
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That said, I digressed from your story. I also grew from menopause and I'm 51. So I can totally understand where you are. I also feel like my shoulders and head seem smaller in proportion to my chest.