Breast Reduction scheduled 6/26 - Any Advise?

maryrose · 06-21-2008, 11:20 AM

Hi Ladies,

I am scheduled for a reduction this Thurs. I will be seeing the PS on Wed. for markings, etc.

Any advise would be greatly appreciated as far as what to expect recovery-wise.

Do you have any regrets, issues, etc. that you wished you knew beforehand?

Thanks in advance. This site is AWESOME!

PS:
BTW, I am down about 70 lbs. Daughter getting married in Oct. and have been waiting to shop for my mom-of-the-bride get up post-surgery. I'm hoping I can squeeze in a size 12/14 by Oct.

toogoode4u · 06-21-2008, 10:03 PM

Hi Maryrose. I just wanted to say that I had a breast reduction 9 yrs. ago when I was 26 and it has been one of the best things that has ever happened to me.The recovery was a little tough the first 2 days but after that it was very manageable. Make sure you have someone there with you in those first few days to make sure you're taken care of but also to make sure you get up and move. It will work out the stiffness in your chest and arms. If I had to do it all over again I would. In a heartbeat. There's nothing like being able to buy a bra in regular sizes and cute ones to! And another nice side effect is that the "twins" will be nice and perky for many years to come. And by the way I went from a 46EE to a sweet 38c.

mango24 · 06-21-2008, 11:56 PM

Hi MaryRose,
I just got a BR on June 6th, 15 days ago. Go to Makemeheal.com.
You can go on the BR message boards to read all about it.
You should plan on doing nothing for a minimum of 2wks. No lifting,
I had to take pain meds for a least the first week. The pain meds. were the worst part. They really made me feel sick. I am very happy with the results. I'm still sore, insisions are not totally healed.

maryrose · 06-22-2008, 06:55 PM

Thanks mango and toogoode for the advise and encourgement!

Robin Bird · 06-23-2008, 12:47 PM

Maryrose,

Good luck to you! I have wanted a B.R. forever. I called the PS I want and he will not even see me 'til I'm done losing and my weight is stable for 6 months. I will be thinking about you and wishing you Happy New Boobies!!

Robin

Robin Bird · 06-23-2008, 12:48 PM

Also - my sister had a B.R. just over a year ago and said it's the best thing she's ever done and wishes she hadn't waited so long!

TexasBecky · 06-23-2008, 01:42 PM

No advice to offer, but wishing you great results and a speedy recovery.

Boo Boo Kitty · 06-23-2008, 02:15 PM

I just had br on May 6th. Advice--be sure your surgeon knows what you are looking for and you understand what they will be doing. Before you go in for surgery double confirm it again. I have had a hell of a time and not happy, but alot of it could have been avoided by talking before the surgery. Let them know what you expect and what is unacceptable to you!

Good luck! Make me heal is a great site, I am on there as well! Check it out!

maryrose · 06-24-2008, 10:19 PM

Thank you all for your kind words and thoughts.

BBK, I have been reading your post about your surgery. I hope things get better for you! We have all worked so hard to get to this point.

Thanks again.

Robin Bird · 06-25-2008, 01:18 PM

Good luck tomorrow maryrose!!

Robin

Boo Boo Kitty · 06-25-2008, 03:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by maryrose

Thank you all for your kind words and thoughts.

BBK, I have been reading your post about your surgery. I hope things get better for you! We have all worked so hard to get to this point.

Thanks again.

Thanks! Maryrose! Good luck to you!

anonymous_frnw · 06-29-2008, 09:42 PM

Can you share the name of the surgeon? were you happy?

Hope you feel and look great :)

maryrose · 06-30-2008, 10:28 AM

Hi Ladies,

Thank you all for your good wishes. I am totally thrilled with the new girls. Still on pain meds, but every day feeling better. I am so glad I did this!

Anonymous, the surgeon is Dina Eliopoulous. She's wonderful.

Foofy · 07-01-2008, 12:06 PM

Congratulations!!!!!