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I had a breast reduction AMA

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Bigtitsbetty · 27/09/2022 08:23

I had a breast reduction two weeks ago. I’ve gone from a 34GG/H to a 34D.

Crack on with any questions!

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Martinisarebetterdirty · 02/08/2023 12:21

Agree my lipo around the side is the most pain, drains were out no problem and back at home lounging with a cup of tea.
I think my profile must be quite low @Singletrackmind, obviously all taped up but it looks like I’ve just pushed them pretty flat and taken away the excess, he did say he would be limited by my radiotherapy damage as to what he could do, but they don’t feel swollen.
I think I’ve had over 500g off one side and 350g off the other (cancer damaged) side - at least these were the numbers that he wrote on them in the marking up after weighing each one on his hand 😂

Singletrackmind · 02/08/2023 16:57

Ah @Martinisarebetterdirty that makes sense & hopefully they are more even now too. As I think @Madagascary has said a few times it’s also the uplift that’s significant … at least that’s how it feels, as the volume off mine was just under 3/4 of a Kg so not massive compared to some.

Hello @WoolyMammoth55 … you are on the path!

Madagascary · 03/08/2023 08:37

Hope you’re all ok. Sleeping upright is tough. Hope you’re all on a sofa TAKING IT EASY

Singletrackmind · 03/08/2023 09:20

Managed a proper sleep last night but I am really sore jeeez… and a bit queasy. I ain’t doing anything that doesn’t involve very soft cushions …

Madagascary · 03/08/2023 11:15

Oh no! That’s a bummer. Maybe the anaesthetic

user80 · 03/08/2023 11:26

Don't be a hero @Singletrackmind - take the pain relief. Glad to hear all went well with you and @Martinisarebetterdirty Welcome to the small boob side 😉
@Heartfullofcheese Almost your turn! Best of luck for tomorrow, keep us posted!

Singletrackmind · 03/08/2023 11:42

Think I just needed food 😁… better now @user80 absolutely … I am taking the drugs! @Heartfullofcheese …you’ve got this.

Martinisarebetterdirty · 03/08/2023 11:42

@Singletrackmind you should call and get some anti sickness meds, my op was first thing in the morning and I kept nothing down until breakfast yesterday and that was with a lot of anti sickness given. Make sure you take every dose of painkillers too, it’s when you miss one or try to stretch it out that makes it worse.
I’m feeling ok, had a shower yesterday (was firmly told to shower daily and not worry about the dressings), been on a short walk today to get some paracetamol in (was offered in hospital and thought we had it in). I’m a bit wobbly that they are too small but am trying to keep an open mind for when they settle down. I had my colours done a few years back and think I might end up going back to get a personal style appointment, I haven’t been this flat since I was 11! I do look a bit like someone has just whacked a couple of beef burgers on my chest, hoping they fluff up a bit!

Martinisarebetterdirty · 03/08/2023 11:43

Yes @Heartfullofcheese best of luck tomorrow!

Madagascary · 03/08/2023 12:06

Are you surprised by your new profile yet? My sons came home to look after me and we’re all WOAH MUM

Singletrackmind · 03/08/2023 12:39

@Martinisarebetterdirty thx hun .. I’m ok I just needed food! You are right on painkillers. I normally try and tough stuff out but fuck that I’m downing paracetamol every 4 hours. Interesting how advice differs - I have to keep bra on, no shower until after the first dressing change on Monday.
Size … it’s an adjustment for sure. Like I said mine are hard and high - they are obv smaller too but don’t feel tiny. I think we need to just wait … they do say months before they are settled. I’m sure @Madagascary @Bigtitsbetty can attest.

Singletrackmind · 03/08/2023 12:41

Ps … yes hair … mine’s long might get it chopped!

Madagascary · 03/08/2023 13:08

I wasn’t allowed to wash there for several weeks iirc. So missed baths

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Bigtitsbetty · 03/08/2023 15:45

Well done post op ladies and best of luck @Heartfullofcheese

Just keep on top of your pain relief and take it easy.

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Madagascary · 03/08/2023 18:00

Had my op on. Tuesday. Used morphine sporadically until the ? Thursday am. Mainly at night.

Martinisarebetterdirty · 04/08/2023 14:14

Thinking of you @Heartfullofcheese, hope you’re doing ok.
How are you @Singletrackmind ? I’m feeling a bit bored 😂 ready to be back doing something.

Madagascary · 04/08/2023 14:49

Yes!! @Heartfullofcheese lots of love!

what a bumper week. Hope everyone else ok. You’ll really feel so much better on day 4. Just sit still!!

Singletrackmind · 04/08/2023 14:55

@Martinisarebetterdirty … I’m impressed 😎… I’ve no desire to do anything 😁 I’m fully chilling … totally happy to be watching stuff on iplayer & reading. Last few days felt tough to me … I feel much more ‘myself’ today though. Right side is a bit sore so I’m just being super careful & sitting soft!
@Heartfullofcheese thoughts are with you

Heartfullofcheese · 04/08/2023 16:16

I’m out
drains hurt but otherwise I’m ok

Singletrackmind · 04/08/2023 16:52

@Heartfullofcheese Well done! Relax now & msg if you need to.

Martinisarebetterdirty · 04/08/2023 17:34

Take it easy @Singletrackmind, I honestly think I’m only ok because I was so sick with the anaesthetic I think I got it all out!
congrats @Heartfullofcheese and welcome to the recovery club.

Madagascary · 04/08/2023 22:55

Yay! Well done. Does it look different ?!

Heartfullofcheese · 05/08/2023 05:34

Horrible night in hospital and I have to take my drains home ugh.
They feel small and high. And light. Very very light.

Martinisarebetterdirty · 05/08/2023 07:16

Sorry to hear that @Heartfullofcheese , remember you’re recovering and they will settle. Hope you feel better soon.

Singletrackmind · 05/08/2023 07:37

@Heartfullofcheese sorry it’s been rough, you’ll feel better at home in your own bed. Take it easy. Light though, the weight is off!