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Just talked to the nurse and anaesthesiologist...
michlm71September 24, 2014
Just talked to the nurse and anaesthesiologist that will be assisting during my surgery. It's feeling REAL now! I know I should be excited but I'm quite scared. I think a part of it is that I don't have a support network. I'm 2500 miles away from my family (the only one who understands is my twin sister) and my husband supports my decision to get it done but really doesn't get it. He thinks i should just be used to carrying 36G breasts around. He will also not be very helpful when it comes to recovery time.....he won't clean or help me wash my hair or anything like that. It's really started to make me sad that the person I should be able to rely on the most is just acting like I should be fine in a week or so. Sigh. Sorry this is so depressing sounding but I just needed to vent some.
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surgery tomorrow!!!!
michlm71September 30, 2014
Well, my surgery is tomorrow....I'm very nervous!!! My question is how long after surgery (if all goes well) can I travel (driving) a long distance (2500 miles)? I MUST do the trip.....no way to postpone it or cancel it. Thanks in advance and please pray for me for an "easy" surgery and recovery!
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September 30, 2014
Hello michlm71, I wanted to wish you God speed and good luck! I'm scheduled for the 6th, this coming Monday, right behind you, so I understand your fears. Just take care that everything is all ready for you to reach and find and then stay put and treat yourself good and just relax and rest the first few days away. I'm sure things will work out and just think of the benefits ahead! I'll be thinking of you and praying for you. Please let us hear from you and we'll work out the details together. Hugs and prayers...
October 8, 2014
Hello suzieBcup.....hope your surgery went well!!! After only 6 days PO i feel amazingly well. Please keep us informed of your progress and God bless!
October 8, 2014
Ohi mich, I'm doing well , 1st day down. I went for post op today and my breasts look great, not so for my nipples, he sent me home with a prescription for nitroglycerin cream every 8 hours? This is suppose to speed healing. I sure hope it works though, I'm not upset and know that I'll have a good outcome. Glad you're feeling amazing! Sleep well...
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one day post op
michlm71October 2, 2014
Im back home...i stayed the night in hospital....im doing quite well. The pain is manageable. The doctor removed 2.7 pounds....yes pounds! From my right breast and 2.6 from the left. Now im just relaxing and healing. Will definitely take it easy the next 2 weeks.
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October 2, 2014
Wow congratulations you did it! And not only did you get perkiness but 5+ lbs off! YES! Let us know how it goes, we'll be right after you! Blessings
October 4, 2014
3 days post op now and I'm healing well. I was actually afraid to look at my boobs!! Of course i did look and yes, i am all bruised and a little puffy looking. I am still in shock that these are my new boobs! They are literally half the size they used to be! I can see my feet when I'm standing up! The pain isn't bad at all as I am keeping to the advice my PS gave me. I had surgery on my knee decades ago which was way more painful than this. Now it's the waiting game, waiting to heal up, waiting to get stitches out, etc. I noticed the difference in my neck as the pain is virtually gone from there!!! So far so good for me and I hope everyone who has this surgery does well also! God bless!!
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After surgery stay on top of your pain meds and just rest for the first week.
You will be able to clean yourself up after surgery so don't worry about that. Pick up some baby wipes and dry shampoo. This will get you through the first few days. Giving yourself a little sponge bath the first few days will feel good.
We are all here to support you so check in often and keep us up to date.