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I am 27 years old 5'1 140lbs size 34H. - Breast Reduction - Atlanta, GA

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Hi, I am 27 years old 5'1 140lbs size 34H. I...

tobear
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Hi, I am 27 years old 5'1 140lbs size 34H. I have pain in shoulders, neck and headaches. Currently, I can only find bras the fit at a store call "Intimacy" and they are VERY pricey. Last year I bought two bras from there and this year they dont fit!! I purchased another bra and sports bra this year and I'm doing good to still where them. Having a breast reduction is something that I have been considering since HS. At one point in time my breast "shrunk" along with my weight but as you all may know it's really hard to workout with large breast constantly attempting to slap you in the face lol....I digress. Since I know have a full-time job with insurance I have decided to follow through.

I did get approved to have my procedure done. It only took a week and it was a very simple process. The Dr's office took picture and wrote a detail letter and VOILA! Based on some type of scale (don’t remember the name) it is recommended that I have at least 350g removed from each with more from the left because it is larger. My goal size is a C-cup and I’m pretty sure I will have to have more than 350g removed. My surgeon says he cannot guarantee the size after surgery but he will try to get as close as possible.

I am going to attempt to work out again in order to lose weight. I eat pretty healthy as it is but I am watching my eating in an effort to help this process along. Since weight loss for does have some affect on my breast size I know this would be best to try to accomplish before surgery.

My surgery isn’t until Dec. 9th and I am anxious and nervous. I’m hoping I will have my mind wrapped around everything closer to the time. I know that the nerves may only increase between now and then.

I don’t have any kids and I’m not concerned about breast feeding. I’m mainly worried about the size increasing during pregnancy and what they will be like afterwards. As far as when I will get pregnant that’s not in the plans really soon I’m just wondering how that would all go.

I'll post photos closer to my surgery date. Thanks for reading; I look forward to hearing from everyone and updating in December!!

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October 21, 2011

I am so happy for you:)  You will feel amazing once this weight is lifted from your chest.  No more buying the expensive bras and being in pain.  

I do not recommend you trying to drop any weight before surgery.  Maintain your current weight and just stay healthy.  Focus on exercise, eating healthy and getting some good sleep each night.  You don't want to run yourself down before surgery.  Also you were approved based on your current stats and you don't want to blow that with a weight loss.  

After surgery you can focus on the weight loss if that is something you still want to do.  I drooped all of my weight after my BR which only helped in shrinking my breasts more.  

The date will be here quickly so hang on and get ready for the new breasts.  I look forward to following your journey.

October 28, 2011
Thanks for posting your review. We really do have amazingly similar stories...other than the fact that I have kids, and won't be having any more, so am hoping I'm the perkiest lady in the nursing home when the time comes! I love reading other's reviews, so please keep us updated.
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November 21, 2011
Hello tobear, I see that your surgery date is getting closer, Have u completed your shopping for post op?
November 21, 2011
Hi! no I haven't completed or started shopping! I'm sooo nervous. I have a pre-op appt on 12/1 so i suppose I'm waiting until then. I really haven't even thought about that, smh thanks for the reminder! :)
November 27, 2011
Im currently looking into getting a breast reduction in the Atlanta area and was wondering where u plan to go at such a good price?
November 28, 2011
hi! my insurance is picking up the remainder. my cost includes the deductible and my max out of pocket expense
January 11, 2017
look great,do you mind sharing the doctors info?
UPDATED FROM tobear
11 days pre

11 days to go and NERVOUS is an understatement. on...

tobear
11 days to go and NERVOUS is an understatement. on 12/1 I go in for my pre-op appt first i'll go to the Dr's office and get all the info then i go to the hospital to complete papers along with bloodwork. i've been trying to talk myself out of this lately but i think it is because i have a tendency to OVERTHINK things. i'll be posting pics soon!

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November 29, 2011
It really seems like the second thoughts are pretty normal. I know I had them right up until they gave me the anesthesia :-) This is a big step and something you don't just re-do like a bad haircut, so it is reasonable to wonder if it will be worth it. From my experience...it is SOOOO worth it! I feel so good, both physically and emotionally. I have had a ton of fun wearing new clothes! And I woke up with a kink in my neck last week from sleeping in an akward position and I was shocked to realize that had been normal for me for so long. I don't have that constant pain any more. What a relief! It really has made a huge difference in my quality of life!
November 29, 2011
thanks for the words of encouragement. I am trying to mentally prepare myself as much as possible. I know that any
change will be an improvement however i want to be happy with the results. I'm concerned about the healing process as well as what size I will be. Hopefully when i go in on Thursday I will be a little more at ease when I leave. I need to think & write down all my questions so I won't forget anything.
UPDATED FROM tobear
10 days pre

I took pictures last night. so i'll be uploading...

tobear
i took pictures last night. so i'll be uploading later on after work. originally i wanted to lose weight before the surgery but i never really put forth an effort to do so. i really wish i would have because i've had ample time to do so. just a thought.

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