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42 Year Old, Explanting 300cc Saline Implants After 7 Years
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My implants were a gift from my ex. I always felt...
aindtgbDecember 8, 2017
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My implants were a gift from my ex. I always felt self conscious about my small breast size and frustrated that I wasn’t big enough to wear any of the pretty bras other women were able to wear. I loved having implants for the first few years. I enjoyed my new found wardrobe options and finally felt like a ‘real’ woman. I did feel self conscious hugging people. I always wondered if they could feel the big hard balls in my chest the way I did. I couldn’t lay on my stomach comfortably. I developed a feeling of tightness with on and off itching. The most annoying part is how enormous and HEAVY they’ve become (I gained about 20 lbs over the past 1.5 years). I feel they make me look heavier and older. I’ve had two mammograms that came back abnormal due to cysts, and although I know they’re not related, it has intensified my desire to have my implants removed. I met with my surgeon and he felt I would not need a lift, which is a huge relief! My surgery is set for December 26th, just 2.5 weeks away!
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December 14, 2017
I also think that implants have somehow added to my weight gain over the past few years but can't seem to find any information regarding that. But maybe I just want to blame it on them!
December 14, 2017
Haha, I hear you. I’ve wondered the same thing. Who knows, but I do think it’ll be easier to stay fit when I’m not dealing with my water bags yanking on my chest! Here’s to being fit, natural and accepting our natural selves :)
January 10, 2018
I am curious how your extraction went? I am wanting to go forward with the procedure.
January 15, 2018
Things went well overall. I’m 18 days post op and my breasts remain quite sore. When I change positions (lying down to standing up) there is A LOT of tenderness. I’m hoping that gets better soon. Even with the soreness, I’m so glad to have this behind me!
UPDATED FROM aindtgb
12 days pre
Two weeks before surgery
aindtgbDecember 14, 2017
All I could think about before I scheduled my explant was getting them out and returning to my natural self. Now that the date is set and fast approaching I’ve begun to feel nervous about how I’ll look and feel (especially the feeling femininity that came with having larger breasts). I’ve started to mourn their loss. I’ve had moments where I’ve wondered if I will regret my decision. I’ve remembered more clearly the dissatisfaction I felt with my breast size before I got my implants. Like most things, this is a mixed bag. I am relieved to know that I will not have to deal with ongoing surgeries, risk of complications or the fear that my implants could be affecting the health of my breasts/body. So...onward.
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December 14, 2017
It’s the best thing to do, I think- of you really are unhappy with the results there’s interventions you can do down the track. Give your body time to adjust. I know though, our boobs are part of our femininity! I hope you’ll be very pleasantly surprised at how beautiful your real breasts are xx
December 24, 2017
Thank you. I’m looking forward so much to being implant free and everything else is secondary to that. Happy Holidays to you and thank you for your support. Hope you are doing well.
December 15, 2017
Thank you for posting - my explant is scheduled for next Wednesday & I’m terrified...all of the same feelings you expressed. It helps to know I’m not alone in feeling sad & relieved at the same time.
December 15, 2017
Thank you as well. It is good to know that we are having a shared experience. I hope your surgery goes well and that your recovery is smooth! I think there needs to be room for all of the emotions connected to this. I’m going to be as gentle and kind to myself as possible. And I plan to do things for myself to boost my feeling of femininity. Let us know how things go!
UPDATED FROM aindtgb
1 day pre
Two days to go...
aindtgbDecember 24, 2017
I had my pre-op appointment and was instructed to bring a wireless bra that closed in the back and had adjustable straps. It seems most of you all had ace bandages and front closing compression bras post op. I’m wondering if any of you have suggestions about the kind of bra to purchase for the best support in those first post op days?
Also, Happy Holidays to you all!
Also, Happy Holidays to you all!
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December 25, 2017
Iam having an explanation january2. My doctor wants me to wait until the breasts have healed before deciding whether to have a metroplex. Like you I am very nervous and am conflicted , worried that I will look loose and shrivelledl,like two empty socks. By now you will be post op and I am very keen to hear from your experiences as I am having all the same doubts and worries that you had pre op. Any advice you can give me will be gratefully appreciated. Thanks
December 25, 2017
I reviewed the comment submitted and wish to say that ‘explanation should read explant.metroplex should be mastoplexy.
Any future breast ailments can be more easily detected and treated eg mammogram etc, plus there’s no worries about needing them replaced every 10 years for life. Really, a win-win-win!
Please let us know how you’re feeling and of course all your progress [RS bleep]