Breast Reduction Surgery

[Shari]

Tuckerdog...before I forget, you were right about it taking a week to start feeling like a human again.  And also, how long before the swelling went down for you.  I am thinking it will never go away!

So now it has been 10 days and I only have one small spot that is still weeping a bit.  I had my post op appointment where the Doc said all looked good other than the swelling.  All removed breast tissue was healthy other than some fibrocystic changes which is no big deal.

I have to start massaging breast gently while soapy in the shower and in one week add to that by removing cloth suturesand massaging the incisions with a moisturising lotion.
At the beginning of the week I can leave off the compression garment at night. Yeee Haaaa..I hate that thing.
I have forgotten how long I am suppose to continue wearing it daytimes so called office but they went on vacation after seeing me!  I'm sorry!!
I will call them back when they return in 10 days.
I really did not get as black and blue as I thought I would tho it is extreme by most senses of the word.
I will admit that this afternoon I put on a sports bra and took a nap.  I felt I would go completely nuts if I could not get that contraption off!  So I have cheated and feel GREAT about it.
I have it back on now so no reprimands please!!! 
I ventured out with my daughter to buy the sports bra and try to pick out a regular wireless bra for when I can wear one....well, what a fiasco that was.  I had NO idea what size i was.  Try telling that to the lady at the changing area.   told her I had no idea, that I had surgery and did not want to have to come in and out so could I please take 12 bras in at a time.  She whispered in such a sweet voice that they did have a section for women who had a mastectomy.
So I explained...she was so sweet and helpful to me.  I came out with one sports bra that fit and a bit more sore.  Then I went back and just grabbed one off the rack that looked pretty good and another 2 inches bigger (swelling on sided also) and took that home also.....it fit perfect when i tried it on at home.  I went from a D to a B .

The doc said, "you have noticed a differance in how your rib cage feels?"  YES....allready..I feel as light as air and do not feel that fulling in the certer of my chest.  My neck makes about half the noise as it did before when i turn it.  I think this will make a world of differance.

I must say if one can overlook the incisions being so new right now that they do look nice!  But then again, I'm the only one looking!
Guess that's all for now...just more recoup time and remember not to do too much too son......Shari

[BonusMom]

Shari--
Best wishes for a smooth recovery.  Glad to hear the procedure went well. I bet you're anticipating finding the perfect flimsy bra--I know I would be 

[tuckerdog]

Shari,

I will tell you that for me it was about 2 months before my incisions healed completely so you are doing great.  As far as shopping for a bra is concerned, the surgeon told me that I was going to be a C cup.  So I just went out and got 38C's.  No need for any real support anymore so I went for not getting big those bulges on my back where the bra goes around the back.  Now my back looks smooth and instead of paying $80 for a bra I can get a bra in Walmart or go without if I want.  I also found that there are some camisole type things that are really good - no bra lines in the back and very comfortable.  I just passed my one year anniversary and I am so glad that I had it done.

Tuckerdog

[Shari]

Before the surgery I went out and bought a pretty dress with a too small of a top for me and backless.....can't wait to try it on now!  Still, I'll wait. I'm still at the point of having a hard time putting on anything other than something that buttons in the front.  Laying very low today..swelling is not so good.  Happy Valentines Day All!

[Shari]

Hey all...just a quick update.  I am doing well after 8 weeks.  I had to have another check up 3 weeks ago for swelling and pain but other than that all is well.  I still cannot sleep on my belly but an enjoying being able to sleep on either side.  I get sore and a bit swollen if I do too much.  Limited with anything physical still and doc said 3 months really makes a differance.  I can rock my grandson once again so he and I are happy!!!

I am discovering what fits clothing wise and ejoying some very cute new tops!!

Just wanted to update ...Shari

[Katybarstool]

Hi Shari

Lovely to see you. I'm glad you're enjoying your cuddles.

Kathyx

[tuckerdog]

Shari,

It has been a year and 3 months since my surgery.  I am so glad I had it done.  Trust me, eventually you will heal completely.  I really enjoy being able to shop and find things that fit,  but the real joy is not looking like a freak.  I was always "the one with the enormous boobs".  It was like that was all people ever noticed about me.  There was also a lot of pain in my neck and back.  That is all gone now.

Tuckerdog