Is there anyone i can talk to that had a breast reduction?

Question:

Im having my surgery Oct. 13 - I'm very nervous and want a patients perspective on things.

Answers:
I was nervous too. I had this procedure done in 1997. The operation seems a little scary but you will be so glad to have had this done (a month later).

The surgery usually takes about 3-4 hours but, I hardly noticed being asleep that long. When I woke up, there were plastic tubes attached to my breasts to drain the excess fluid.

My chest looked very flat and felt hard & tight. The discomfort I felt was similar to having a tight piece of fabric tied around my chest, but the medication prescribed by my physician gave me good relief.

My physician instructed me to spend a week at home and have someone there to help me the first night. I was on my feet by the third day, but I still had to take it easy.

The tubes were removed after two days. Stiches after one week. both painless procedures.

I had to keep the breast area clean, apply ointment to the stitches and change dressings as instructed. (to prevent infection)

Your breast will begin to form their new shape within two to three months. So you might want to hold off on your new bra shopping spree until then.

Before your surgery you should purchase soft sports bras that fasten in the front and button down shirts. Your surgeon can suggest what size to purchase. You should not lift anything or raise your arms too high.

The first two months may be a challenge adjusting to the change, but you will be so glad you went through with it. I saved one of my 46 DDD bras and I still celebrate my "Breastday" by buying new bras each anniversary.

Lots of people asked me what happened and I just told people that I had surgery to relieve my back. Some folks I just told them I lost weight.

I'm sure everything will go fine for you. Take Care of yourself and Welcome to the "New Titty Commitee" :)

I haven't had the surgery myself, but I found some patient stories on the internet you might want to read.

http://www.plasticsurgery4u.com/web_links_folder/breast_reduction.html
http://www.plasticsurgery.org/public_education/Patient-Stories-Breast-Reduction.cfm

Good luck with your surgery!

Good for you! I'm a nurse and also have had several friends who have had it done. You will not regret it, honestly. Your back, neck and shoulders will be eternally grateful for this decision! Skipping to the answer, yes, you will hurt, but there is medication for that. It is like most other surgery, there will be moments immediately post-op that you will think you made a big mistake, but very shortly after that....and the pain pill taking effect, you will be glad you did it. I have NEVER heard anyone say that they regretted that decision! Good luck and God speed!

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