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32J/K Breast Reduction to 32D/DD 36YO - Sugarland, TX
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I've been medically advised to get a...
lgwacbbFebruary 25, 2016
$15,000
I've been medically advised to get a reduction for several years but other health issues combined with my general unhappiness with the local PS's outcomes meant that it was on the back burner. However, a few things have prompted me to get moving on the process: I found a PS that has outcomes that I'm very impressed with, my overall health is at an all-time high, and I love bike riding but my shoulders and arms hurt so bad from my sports bras, that I can't enjoy long rides. I'd also like to go backpacking, but I can't get a sternum strap to clasp on any backpacks, even the ones made for women, so the straps end up rubbing blisters in unfortunate places. I'm looking for a different quality of life.
The procedure is a long way off at this point, but it was the best time for the travel to TX and for my caregiver to come with me. At first, I was nervous committing to making the appointment, but now I wish it were next month and I could go ahead and do it! Aside from getting married, this is the only other lifetime commitment I've ever made (no tats, no kids, etc) but all of the forums and reviews on this site have really been helpful in educating me about everything.
I'll be flying home 4 days post op. If anyone has any suggestions, recommendations, or advice for making the plane ride a little more comfortable, I'd love to hear from you!
The procedure is a long way off at this point, but it was the best time for the travel to TX and for my caregiver to come with me. At first, I was nervous committing to making the appointment, but now I wish it were next month and I could go ahead and do it! Aside from getting married, this is the only other lifetime commitment I've ever made (no tats, no kids, etc) but all of the forums and reviews on this site have really been helpful in educating me about everything.
I'll be flying home 4 days post op. If anyone has any suggestions, recommendations, or advice for making the plane ride a little more comfortable, I'd love to hear from you!
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Replies (4)
February 29, 2016
Dear lgwacbb,
I can understand why you need a reduction, and I hope that it is life changing for you and that you can enjoy all of the activities you like.
I've never had surgery on my breasts, but plenty of women on here have, and I hope some of them will write to you.
I am happy for you, and I hope you love your results. Good luck !!
I can understand why you need a reduction, and I hope that it is life changing for you and that you can enjoy all of the activities you like.
I've never had surgery on my breasts, but plenty of women on here have, and I hope some of them will write to you.
I am happy for you, and I hope you love your results. Good luck !!
UPDATED FROM lgwacbb
5 months pre
Adding Pics
lgwacbbFebruary 29, 2016
Just wanted to add a few pre-op pics. I'll be working over the next few months to lose about 10lbs and tighten up in my waist and thighs, but that won't affect my bra size. I've also added a "dream body" pic to the uploads. Kelly Brook is definitely larger than average, but still much smaller than me, which is what I have in mind for the reduction. After looking at a reduction for years, one thing I'm sure of is that projection is really important to me. I want to lose mass from underneath and lifte them obv, but keep significant projection from the profile.
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March 1, 2016
What is the goal in terms of cup size if you don't mind me asking? Do you have back pain, just walking around? How tall are you? Good luck on surgery
March 3, 2016
I'm hoping for a DD or possibly an F. I waffle back and forth based on my mood and activities. After this many years of buying bras, I know that cup sizes can vary radically from style and brand, so I'm looking for a molded cup bra that I can say "this is about what I want". I do have back and hip pain that is related; I guess my core isn't strong enough to hold them up and in front of me all of the time, so I tend to slouch. I also get pain and numbness in my arms from bra straps. My pain management doctor seems to think that lifting them and attaching them to my pec muscles (the way that Dr. Horndeski does) means that I wouldn't have to have as much weight removed, but I wouldn't need to counterlever with my hips so much, which could help with pain. I'm 5'7" - 5'8" after my monthly visit to the chiropractor.
March 2, 2016
there are some [RS bleep] photos of Kelly Brooks and looks like your breast is just her size, not much bigger
March 3, 2016
According to her in a fairly recent interview, she's a 30FF, so that'd scale to a 32F. She says she buys bras at Victoria's Secret, with is probably going to be a goal for me. I'd like to be able to buy bras at the mall, rather than specialty shops that ship in from the EU.
March 21, 2016
Good evening. I just came by your profile and there's another women that I'm following, Arikara101 (hope I got the name right), she just got a reduction/lift from the same surgeon and she looks awesome! You should check her profile out, if you aren't already following her. That's for sharing your story and good luck with your surgery this summer! Laura
March 22, 2016
Thanks! I will look her up. I ended up picking this PS because every picture I saw I could honestly say "I would be ok if they turned out like that" unlike the local PSs. This site and the reviews have been invaluable.
March 23, 2016
No problem! I've only seen one patient of his and by the results, he is a true artist! You will be in great hands by the sound of it. Yes, this site is great with all you wonder ladies sharing your stories. Can't beat first hand experience from the person going through it. :)
UPDATED FROM lgwacbb
1 month pre
I'm making plans!
lgwacbbJune 6, 2016
The surgery date is about 6 weeks out and I'm making travel arrangements. I'll have a 2.5 hour plane ride and then 2ish hours by car to get home. I've opted for this rather than having a connecting flight to a closer airport for roughly the same travel time. I think I'd rather be sitting around in my car, where I can recline and relax, than in an airport. I'll most likely be traveling with drains in, so I'm trying to figure out if I should spring for the $260 upgrade for 2.5 hours in first class with more elbow room. I don't know much about the drains. Does anyone have an experience with them they could share? I'd love to know if it's really important to keep your elbows away from your body or if it doesn't matter much.
I've also now had to start broaching the subject of "I'm having surgery in July" for scheduling purposes with acquaintances and at work. I don't mind telling my close friends what's going on and they're all really supportive, but I feel shy talking to some of the older gents I work with about it. So I've settled on "I've needed some surgery for chronic back pain for a while now. I finally decided to get it taken care of." They are all probably thinking I'm getting back surgery, but it keeps the embarrassment level down for all involved. :D
I've also now had to start broaching the subject of "I'm having surgery in July" for scheduling purposes with acquaintances and at work. I don't mind telling my close friends what's going on and they're all really supportive, but I feel shy talking to some of the older gents I work with about it. So I've settled on "I've needed some surgery for chronic back pain for a while now. I finally decided to get it taken care of." They are all probably thinking I'm getting back surgery, but it keeps the embarrassment level down for all involved. :D
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July 25, 2016
Good luck on your surgery tomorrow! Can't wait to see/hear how things turn out : ) Happy healing!
Thank you for joining us in the community. You will be so happy one this is done, and will feel like a new woman. Definitely talk to your doctor about travel 4 days post op. The big thing will be to make sure you get up and stretch your legs each hour and also have your pain medications on hand if needed.
As long as your doctor has cleared you for travel you should be good. I hear you about getting home to your own bed.