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37, Gigantic Girls Gotta Go! - Little Rock, AR

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I've wanted a breast reduction for around 20...

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Alcohollidolly
$12,000
I've wanted a breast reduction for around 20 years, basically since I learned that it was an option! I've had back problems as long as I can remember, so I can't wait to get this off my chest. 1100 grams to be removed from each breast for insurance to cover the procedure. LETS DO THIS!! Very nervous but optimistic!

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Gary Talbert, MD (retired)

Gary Talbert, MD (retired)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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December 8, 2016

Thank you for joining us in the community.  You are really having a substantial amount removed and are about to feel and look like a totally new woman.  Please post updates for us so that we can follow your results. 

December 21, 2016
You're so lucky you're getting the procedure done. I was denied twice already by insurance. I've given up hopes for myself. Good luck on the surgery. Enjoy the less heavy and smaller breast for me. I envy ya. Best wishes and happy holidays. ~with respect, someone in Indiana
December 22, 2016
Hope at some point you will be approved!
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December 22, 2016
@izzi7, have you tried finding out what insurance company your doctors have the best luck with? That was my original plan, to speak with various plastic surgeons and find out what the best insurance company was to go through, but I have been EXTREMELY fortunate that my insurance company approves these regularly. My plastic surgeon also has a great team that is very helpful getting everything in order and telling you everything you need to have to most likely get approved.
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January 8, 2017
Not trying to rain on your parade but that Dr should have done Lipo to your side boobs and vertical cut so that your boobs will not vertical fat folds.
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January 8, 2017
Yeah, I'm fully aware of that. In fact, I've discussed it in my other review updates. I've even posted questions about it. But thank you so much for your completely unhelpful, unsolicited input!! Also, when you say "Not trying to rain on your parade, BUT-" that's the equivalent of "I'm about to say something that will rain on your parade, and while I'm aware that it will rain on your parade, I've decided to go ahead and say it." Have a swell day!
January 9, 2017
I always thought "Not trying to rain on your parade but" meant "I'm an [RS bleep] and I'm physically incapable of keeping my chunky verbal diarrhea to myself". I learned something new today.
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January 9, 2017
Am sorry I have upset you this wasn't my intention. My comment got post before I re-read or was finish. Accept my apology.
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January 9, 2017
Yeah, roseylou doesn't even have a review on here, just troll-oll-olling around, giving her expert medical advice based on pics she's seen. I highly recommend reading up on the emotional toll having 8lbs of breast tissue removed can have on a woman, and then getting a [RS bleep] hobby or volunteering at your local animal shelter.
January 9, 2017
you're f**king awesome
UPDATED FROM Alcohollidolly
5 days pre

Less than two weeks away, completely freaking out. Duh.

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Alcohollidolly
Have any of you received messages like this from other users? It made me very uncomfortable.

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December 15, 2016
It's probably best if you let the realself people know, maybe Kimmers25 who has made a comment to you, as they might be able to check the other persons history and see if there's anything amiss.
December 15, 2016
Yeah, I'd report that to realself, as it sounds creepy.
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December 15, 2016
I sent a message to Kimmers25, haven't heard back. Really makes me not wanna post pics now. If some turd is getting their jollies from my surgical experience, I think I wanna throw up.
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December 20, 2016
Yes.. some!! Good luck and welcome to a true weight lifted!
December 22, 2016
UPDATED FROM Alcohollidolly
5 days pre

Six days to go!!

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Alcohollidolly
My anxiety is off the charts, I'm so so so ready to get it over with! I had to set my surgery date six weeks from when my insurance approved it to quit smoking and get all the nicotine out of my system because it ruins the healing process. I can assure you, quitting smoking before a surgery you're terrified about is REALLY inconvenient. But my girls have been inconveniencing me my whole life, so it was an easy choice.

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December 15, 2016
You've quit smoking which is marvellous news for your health, well done.
The surgery should be more good news for your health, physical in terms of an end to all the neck/shoulder/back pain you've suffered and likely emotional pain also. Very well done on your decision to have such beneficial surgery.
I wish you well for the surgery and for your good healing and recovery.
December 16, 2016
Can't wait to see your results! I'm postponed until after Xmas, and I know all about being terrified lol. Good luck and think about the end goal :)
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December 20, 2016
Thanks y'all! I think I maxed out on anxiety and now I'm eerily calm about it. T-minus 2 days!!
December 20, 2016
I hear you ....I had to do the same with the smoking, and today I really want one! My surgery is schedule for January 11/17! Had my pre-op appointment today! Good luck tomorrow....you will do great and it will be so worth it!