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26 Years Old, 135 pounds, 30F/G. Hoping for full C or small D.

UPDATED FROM GirlFromSeattle
2 months pre

Surgery booked but having a hard time committing 100%

$4,500
It's been a while since I posted an update on here, but I have finally set a date for my surgery at the end of September. I've been to several consultations since I first made my account, and finally found a surgeon that I felt extremely comfortable with. I've also been approved by insurance :) I know I want this done and am extremely excited, however, I am having a really hard time committing 100%. I have never had surgery, and am scared about potential side affects. This is strange, but the main thing that is holding me back is that I am afraid of hair loss after surgery. My doctor said that this only happens to about 4% of people, but it is a risk due to the stress you are putting your body through. Does anyone have any insight on this issue? Also, how did some of you get over your fears/apprehension and just go for it? I know this would be worth it in the long run and I would be so much happier for it! I want to be on the other side so bad, but can't seem to get over my worries. I probably need to stop thinking about it so much and just do it :D Thoughts?

GirlFromSeattle's provider

Christine E. Nygaard, MD (in memoriam)

Christine E. Nygaard, MD (in memoriam)

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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I was absolutely apprehensive when I first decided "wow this is actually something that's happening, not just a thought". Just take it day by day. I would start reading about people experiences and what to expect after surgery! The more prepared I felt the less nervous it made me.
I was scared too because I'd never had surgery but it was not bad at all. Never heard of the hair loss and I haven't had any. Just take it easy for while.after surgery and eat healthy and drink lots of water so your body can focus on healing. I'm 2 weeks post op and am already so glad I went through with it. I feel and look lighter and all my tense muscles are listening up.
Loosening not listening!
That's awesome to hear you're so happy with your decision! :) I think I've just had too much time to think about it so now I'm worrying myself. Just need to relax and focus on the positive. Good luck with your recovery!
I had nightmares a week before surgery almost every night that things went wrong. Its normal to ba scared. I also wanted to back out few times, but thankfully i didnt. I weighed in pros and cons, and pros outweighed cons. You will feel so much better and lighter, your back will feel great and the big one that helped me through you will look nice and perky. It is so worth it.
I'm glad to hear I'm not the only one! Some days I have absolutely no doubts and others I totally freak out lol. But when I look at all of the positive results on here, it really helps. I guess I just need to take it day by day. Good luck on your recovery!
I also had nightmares! Just for the anxiety itself. I also did a pros and cons list too. That actually really helped me
Thank you for your reply! That's what keeps happening to me! It was so weird getting the letter from the insurance saying that it had been approved and then setting a date. Makes it feel so much more real. I've watched every youtube video I can find (several times) and have been on real self reading people's experiences a lot. It definitely really helps. And 9/10 its positive, but I get so freaked out when I see someone that has had a bad experience. Its such a life altering decision but I know the end results would be so worth it!
Right?! It was so crazy getting approved by insurance and setting a date...feels so much more real! Looking at other people's experiences definitely helps a lot. And 9/10 its positive so that's good to remember. I just get freaked out when I see someone who has a bad experience and wonder if it is worth it. But I know the end result would be life changing. Just have to remember that :)
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So as my title says, I am 25 years old and am...

So as my title says, I am 25 years old and am about a 30 DDD or F. I started to develop pretty late (around 16 or 17) and then all of a sudden, boom, I had boobs. I was about a C at this age and then went to a D my senior year of high school. I became a DD when I was about 21 and a DDD around age 23. My weight does tend to fluctuate within a 10 pound range between 125 and 135, but nothing very extreme. I have a pretty small frame (I measure at 28" above my ribs) so this is a lot for my body to support. This has become a constant issue in many areas of my life including back pain, poor posture, restriction when exercising, and has definitely taken a tole on my self confidence. I have gone back and forth on having the surgery over the last couple of years. Part of me feels like maybe I should wait to have kids, but I am not planning on doing so for at least 5 more years. I want to be able to enjoy the rest of my 20s and feel more confident in my body. Bathing suit shopping is the absolute worst! I usually have to try on close to 30 tops before I can find one that fits, and even then, I am usually still scared that my boobs are going to pop out at the beach. As you can see in these photos, my right breast is about a cup size larger than my left. They constantly make me feel weighted down and are bit saggy since they are so heavy :/ Anyways, theres lots more I could say on this subject, but I'll stop ranting :)

I had my first consultation about a month ago. I just heard back from the Doc today saying that my insurance company instructs that I go through with the surgery and they will make a decision after. I am a bit worried about moving forward and then not being covered by insurance! Have any of you had a similar response from your insurance company?

As much as I want this done, I am a bit apprehensive, as I've never gone under the knife before. If anyone has any advice on getting over this or any input at all, I would love to hear it. As scary as this decision is, its also really exciting to think about not having this burden every day.

Also, if anyone has recommendations for surgeons in the Seattle area, that'd be awesome! As I said, I've already met with a surgeon but it cant hurt to cover my bases and check out other options.

Thanks! xx

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I've never heard of an insurance company making a decision post op, has anyone else had that experience? My concern is that they wouldn't pay and you'd be stuck with a major bill.
I just had the same response from my insurance company. My PS said insurance has changed since well, you know, ObamaCare. They want 8000. paid 1 week before surgery and they said they would file with insurance after all is done. I've read others on here with the same story. Has anyone had insurance pay in 2016?
I'm 10 days post-op, insurance paid 90% and definitely approved it before the surgery. Dr said there is a formula they use to determine how much has to come out to be approved, maybe they are trying to make sure the correct amount is taken?
The insurance company should be able to make sure that the correct amount is taken prior to the surgery. They have to calculate based on your body surface area
I've never heard of an insurance company doing that. I would give them a call and ask about the reasoning behind that decision.

I'm also aprehensive about getting a breast reduction. I'm 27 and I have 34DDD's and am unsure if I really need one or are they proportionate to my body. I'm currently 160lbs but when I was 20 I had 32EE and weighed 117lbs. We'll see if they go down while I loose weight, if not then I guess I have my answer.

PS. I completely understand the bathing suit thing. It's always a battle to find a size big enough in the cup and small enough in the band and I can't wear push-up styles because they don't need the push and if I bend over they'll fall out.
"I just heard back from the Doc today saying that my insurance company instructs that I go through with the surgery and they will make a decision after. "

Why hasn't the insurance informed YOU DIRECTLY?? Sounds "off" to me. That's like a huge RED FLAG blowing in the wind. Check things out for YOURSELF.
I just had surgery on the 7th. My insurance company told me I had to submit post-op too.
Crazy! Let me know how that goes. Hope you heal quickly :))
We deal with this all the time, it is basically an insurance trick to try to dissuade you from having the procedure. They publish guidelines regarding failed conservative management and anticipated amount of tissue to be removed that you can find by googling. Have your PS tell the insurance company that they want them to do a precertification or a "courtesy pre-determination," and you will be able to find out if it's covered or not.
Thank you, that is really good to know. I will look into that!
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