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Really Excited, but Scared Too! -Long Island, NY

UPDATED FROM squisha113
9 days post

Having a horrible day

squisha113August 14, 2013
WORTH IT$3,400
I woke up this morning with my first periodafter surgery, that started this horrible day. I needed more post op bras then I had. I originally bought two regular Coobie bras and two support Coobie bras. The regular ones don't fit, too tight in the chest area. I needed more than a nude and red bra for going back to work so I went to kohls. I swore I would never cry again in a dressing room again because of my boobs and today I did. I still can't find a bra that fits. I was a 34DDD at least and my doc said he brought me down to a d or c. Nothing I tried on fit, I couldn't find the cups size I needed in a 34. I cried in the dressing room and on my way home.

We called my doc and he said you swell during your period and that it's only 8 days post op, but I'm so scared that I'm not going to be the size he originally stated. I def look smaller, but still huge in eyes.

Am I just being a PMSing emotional mess? Did your swelling still go down dramatically after 8 days? I hate feeling like this!

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Cm8308
August 14, 2013
They fitted me for a bra that was bigger than what I was originally just so it wouldn't feel tight. You might want to try something bigger so you're more comfortable. I'm sure a lot of it is swelling. A lot of people say that they continue to get smaller as the weeks pass. :) just rest. Period will be over soon.
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NannyOgg
August 14, 2013
At 8 days post-op there will be quite a bit of swelling, but I don't think you'll go down more than a cup size once the boobs settle. 2 months post op I was still swollen and fitted into a 36D. As time passed I have lost some 4 inches over the boobs and I think 3 inches underbust, and I now measure to a 32 or 34DD. Your boobs do look big, I won't lie to you, and looking at the proportions of the underbust and the fullest part of your bust I cannot see how you'd end up a C or a D. Possibly a DD. The shape looks very nice though, and I could be wrong about shrinkage. Most of us ending up loosing weight after the surgery ( I think I must have lost 5 kilos at least), and that might also help.
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agab511
August 15, 2013
OMG's, please don't be upset! You are just post your and this type of serious ordeal takes a long time to heal. Take it easy and focus on getting better each day, try not to worry about what the final outcome will look like in 12 months. Everything will readjust and fall into place - be patient! I'm almost 12 mo post op and honestly, I just bought my very 1st bra a week or so ago. Stick to surgical garments for as long as you can. The pressure and tightness will help shape your new boobs and speed up the healing process. You definitely want to avoid wearing regular bras for a while....I wish you a speedy recovery...ap
squisha113
August 15, 2013
Thank you so much for your advice. it s much appreciated i wasn't looking for a regular bra, but a wireless sports type bra. My doc doesn't send you home with surgical bras. The nurse at the surgical center insisted I was sent home with one. His instructions were, no bra for one week and then sports bra for the next3 weeks. I have been wearing the surgical bra at night and the Coobie bra during the day. But I needed more bras to get me through so I went to kohls. I have another appt tomorrow and I will ask him what to wear. I know I am probably over reacting, but it was just so upsetting to be trying on sport bras that I need to wear for the next several months and still not finding one that fits right.
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agab511
August 15, 2013
I've never heard of any Doc sending anyone home without a bra - please read others reviews, when they talk about wearing "strong" support for a while.....If he tells you not to wear anything - don't listen. Your new boobies need support so that the swelling reduces quickly and the boobies take on the right shape. wear it ALL the time, night and day....You'll see how fantastic, more comfortable, lighter, and sexier you'll feel when all falls into place - but give it time.....lots of time.....Be well!
jooooo
August 15, 2013
Hi, just had Mine done in uk & he also sent me home without a bra. I have dressings on & will go back Monday for my surgical bra. I couldn't imagine wearing one yet, quite sore x
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Boopy28
August 15, 2013
I too was sent home without a surgical bra. My instruction was to purchase at least 2 sports bras before surgery and bring them to the hospital. One was put on me after surgery before I woke up. At my one week PO appt I was instructed to move to one of the smaller size sports bras that I had purchased as the one that was put on after surger was a bit too loose. I have to wear a sports bra day and night for 6 weeks. My PS told me also that they are worn to help the shape during healing. Hope your healing is going well! :)
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PayudaraGoddess
August 15, 2013
Man I had one of those similar days after my FNG bolsters came off & I saw all of myself in such a state of healing, which seemed so bad. All of the girls are right & I am very overdue for posting. After 3 wks of healing I am just now starting, so I can let you know if anything goes wonky. I do find myself more emotional which the PS said would be possible just due to the body healing/adjusting to the trauma (even if it's a positive one overall). I was NOT sent home with a Bra - I was heavily ace bandaged 24hrs for a wk , then a Playtex full support front clasp sports bra - found for $8 at Walmart & have been sleeping in those now that I can wear a wireless during the day. Swelling will come/go over the next couple months I hear - so patience and being easy on yourself is important. Rome wasn't built in a day & even though your girls were - still takes time to make it Solid!
UPDATED FROM squisha113
8 days post

My first period since surgery

squisha113August 13, 2013
I'm a week and one dy post op and doing good. I was planning on going back to work today, but still feeling too weak, so decided to go back on Friday. I'm due for my period on Thursday and I'm swelling again and my boobs ache and im getting sharp jabs Of pain. How was everyone's experience with their period after surgery? I'm still nervous that they are too big, and now with my period they feel huge again. I'm laying low and relaxing today. I have my next post opponents Thursday

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tamjoy
August 13, 2013
Hey! Congrats on having your surgery! I'm sure after your period is over your attitude will improve ;) you are probably experiencing a mix of hormones and a little normal emotions from having the surgery. I've seen many women post about being "down" or "moody" and such. You'll feel better before you know it!
UPDATED FROM squisha113
3 days post

A bit upset

squisha113August 8, 2013
I had my first post op today and everything is gong well. I had some spots on my throat which might be the start of thrush so doctor took me off of antibiotics.

I'm not in any real pain, so I'm just taking tylonel when I need it, so that's a plus.
I feel hugely swollen and upset. I couldn't take the surgical bra anymore so i switched over to a camisole with a shelf bra. I feel like I am still busting out of this. The doctor said I was still swollen and I should go down in size but not by that much. I'm really nervous that the end result is going to be too big still.

I know i am being a worry wort and I'm going to love my new breasts, im just not feeling that now.

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nubbins
August 9, 2013
Yay for you!! Get rest and take it easy. I didn't care for the antibiotics at all. They made me feel so tired and yucky. It's weird having perky breasts and feels so freeing to go without a bra :) happy healing.
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