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Breast reduction and mini tummy tuck scheduled!-Tulsa, OK
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Sweetgirl85February 25, 2015
$8,900
I'm very happy with the breast reduction, but not that happy with the tummy tuck. Below my belly button there is a horizontal crease that the dr said would go away.... But it never did. I think the breast reduction was a great decision. Clothing fits better, I can actually wear strapless bras and find swimsuit tops that fit and no more back pain!
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4 weeks post op today
Sweetgirl85July 11, 2013
I'm feeling pretty good. Ive been back at work 2.5 weeks! The breast reduction was much less painful than I thought, the mini TT was what kept me down longer. So far I'm very happy with the breast reduction. I definitely see an improvement with the mini TT, but I still feel like I have loose skin and a crease under my belly button that I thought the mini TT would get rid of. I still have swelling so that could also cause that crease to be more prominent. I'm hoping as the swelling goes down it looks better. I still wear my binder most days and night and occasionally wear spanx during the day.
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July 11, 2013
Did you lose nipple sensation? I am having a breast reduction and a TT and this is a big concern. I can't seem to get clear stats regarding this issue. My doctor said 30-50% chance of loss, and then there are physicians on this site claiming 4-16%
July 11, 2013
I just had a reduction 6 days ago and I can honestly say I have more nipple sensation now than I did before surgery. Each person may be different, but for me its been more. Good luck with your surgeries. I would be happy to answer questions I can.
July 11, 2013
I have a little numbness on my left side, but it's slowly coming back. My other side I have no loss of sensation.
July 12, 2013
My doctor has submitted paperwork to my insurance to see if it will pay for a breast reduction, which I have wanted for a number of years. I have scoliosis (spine curvature) and stenosis in my neck so I am hoping the procedure will help me stay upright as long as possible. I do have neck and back pain, and have a hard time standing up straight because of the weight on the front. I'm considering a TT, too, which I would have to pay for but after 4 kids, one C-section, one surgery for a ruptured ovary, I have a fairly large torso on a small frame and that includes a sagging abdomen. The thing is, I am 65 years old. I'm in great health except for the structural issues, work out and stay active, and have a townhouse with lots of stairs. Does anyone know of anyone who has undergone both procedures at my age? My weight is normal (125, 5'5") but my trunk has thickened as it holds up the 34DDs so I have this large body on skinny legs. I have to work full-time and can take off no more than 2 weeks and I am concerned about recovery time. Why is it hard to stand up straight afterward (as this is something I hope will be easier after the surgery). I also live alone (kids are grown and gone) and wonder how much post-op care is needed. Thanks for any words of wisdom.
February 25, 2015
Honestly I recovered more quickly from the breast reduction than th tummy tuck. I'm not sure about jumping right back into work after 2 weeks though :-/
April 30, 2015
I did it in 2013 (Nov) and did go back to work after 2 weeks but agree that the TT recovery took longer especially because I did them the same day, so it was easy to compare. I slept a lot at night and on weekends, but survived. I have some ongoing neuropathy issues from the TT, but am SO glad I no longer have the huge breasts. I do find that I want to eat more than I should, as if my body wants to plump up again. I have a full range of motion and am comfortable with my decision and my body.
October 8, 2014
How did your belly button turn out in the long run? Do you have any recent pictures?
February 25, 2015
I still have a vertical crease right below my belly button that the dr said would smooth out.. And it didn't. Honestly, I have regrets about getting the tummy tuck. I feel like I paid a lot of money and still don't feel comfortable showing my stomach in a swimsuit :-/
February 25, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear about that. I changed my mind on using him after I asked to view his pics. Most minis had bulges up top above belly button and his scars were not as clean lines as I preferred. I go in March 9 for my full and Aug with Dr Ratliff. I hate hearing you are more insecure now than before. Maybe you should go for a consult with my Dr and just see what he says.
February 25, 2015
I did have numbness for a couple weeks afterwards, but the sensation did come back
April 29, 2015
I've heard it can increase sensitivity because the weight of larger breasts can numb some of the nerve sensation, making it more sensitive when you lose the breast weight.
UPDATED FROM Sweetgirl85
1 week post op
Sweetgirl85June 21, 2013
I'm really happy with the results. Ill post pictures as soon as I can. I have one drain for my mini tummy tuck which will be removed tomorrow. It would've been removed sooner but PS said it needs to produce less than 20cc per day and the last two days it's been less than 15cc. Tomorrow is ths day and I can't wait for the drain to come out... But I hear it hurts. I expected to be in a lot more pain than I've been in. I hardly had to take any pain meds after day 3. I'd say there's a lot more pain with the mini tummy tuck than the breast reduction. I go back to work next week and honestly could've gone back sooner if I just had the breast reduction- but do need the extra time bc of the mini tummy tuck. My husband has been a big help and my son says "mommy you're walking funny"- since I have to walk with a 30 degree bend... Lol my son has been understanding that mommy has to rest for the most part. I'll post pics soon!!
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