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breast reduction

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ohdearohdear · 09/05/2008 10:03

has anyone had a breast reduction? i'm seriously considering having it done and would really love to hear people's experiences as i'm very nervous. Also if you had to done di you go privately or on nhs? thanks in advance!

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ohdearohdear · 09/05/2008 13:05

bump...

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sophiewd · 09/05/2008 13:13

Had it done 4 years ago privatly, went in early, operation and stayed in one night, on self admin morphine drip for a while and then on co codemol or something like it.

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ohdearohdear · 09/05/2008 13:47

thanks sophiewd. what was the pain like afterwards and how long did it take to get back to doing normal things, driving, looking after the children, etc? also do you mind me asking what size you went from and to. Also what's the scarring like. sorry for all the questions - i'm so nervous but really want it done! thanks!

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SniffyHock · 09/05/2008 13:50

I had it done last summer and am thrilled with the results. It took me a while to get used to though, the scars looked shocking to begin with but now they're fine.

I went from a 34J to a 34E - it sounds like they are still big but they are very pert and don't look massive at all.

Is it really freaky to offer you my 'before & after' photos?? (I would cut my head off!!)

Get a good reccomendation for a surgeon though as results can vary.

SniffyHock · 09/05/2008 13:52

Oh and I drove after 4 days. Took it easy with picking up the children for about a week. Was dopey for a couple of days after so I stayed in a hotel, kids at my Mum's.

sophiewd · 09/05/2008 15:29

It was before I got married so no kids but was back at school working after the holidays (had it done at the bginning of the easter holidays), pain was ok just strong painkillers after hopsital and scarrung fine as well Went from 42G to C cup.

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ohdearohdear · 09/05/2008 21:06

sniffyhock, thanks for that - some pics would be great if ok with you?

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SniffyHock · 09/05/2008 22:55

Will do - hubby has our laptop with him which has the pictures on but I'll post later in the weekend and then put them on my profile (for a very short time!!!)

Keep an eye on this thread.

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ohdearohdear · 10/05/2008 21:20

thanks sniffyhock - really kind of you. doctor said i could pick up ds (2) ater a couple of weeks, but what happens he pushes against my boobs - he often suddenly moves, pushes, etc - will the stitches burst and will it damge me? Also really worried about being able to put ds i his car seat afterwards, beacasue of the lifting and bending/twisting to put him in - will that be ok after 2 weeks?

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SniffyHock · 11/05/2008 13:05

Hi ohdear - are you online? Let me know and I'll post the pictures today. I never thought I'd post photos of my boobies on t'internet!!!!

My DC were 3 and 8 months when I had mine done and I was fine after a week. You need to train your DS to get into his car seat so you can just do the straps. I had a few problems on one side where it wasn't healing but after a course of anti-biotics, it was fine.

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ohdearohdear · 11/05/2008 18:32

hi, online now - thanks so much!!

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SniffyHock · 11/05/2008 19:05

They're not in order so I'm hoping that you can figure out the before and after!!

The extreme close ups are so you can see the scarring.

Can't believe I'm posting this

missblythe · 11/05/2008 19:10

Lovely, Sniffy

Did you have implants too?-they look so pert, and non-mummy like!

I'm a similar size to you, and despo to have mine done.

If only I were not so wedded to teh idea of breast feeding, I'd get on and have them done now, but as it is, want to wait until have had another baby.

SniffyHock · 11/05/2008 19:13

No implants - all mine!! They were just lifted at the same time.

missblythe · 11/05/2008 19:15

Wow! Am serious impressed. Gives me hope!

SniffyHock · 11/05/2008 20:19

Hi Ohdear, have you had a chance to look? I really want to take the pictures off tonight

emma1977 · 11/05/2008 20:26

Blimey- you got a good surgeon!

SniffyHock · 11/05/2008 20:27

ta (double )

ZeMNetterWithZeBigBoobies · 11/05/2008 20:35

Sniffy, if you want them to reamin private, put ohdearohdear as a mumsnet mate. then switch the privacy.

SniffyHock · 11/05/2008 20:40

Thanks so much BigBoobies - I'm new to adding photos! I've done that now

ZeMNetterWithZeBigBoobies · 11/05/2008 20:40

I'm really interested in getting this done. I did speak to my GP once (and burst into tears ) and she gave me the name of a surgeon to contact. I have a colleague who has had a reduction, she went in recently because of a minor problem with the scar tissue.

It's not very nice to be known for the size of your breasts. (And I got asked once again when my baby was due )

Piffle · 11/05/2008 20:41

Great perky nips sniffy! You are a darling for posting those.
I desp want one am 32hh and size 10 and need smaller ones. Have dents in my shoulders and posture probs too.
am still feeding ds2 but am lining up for op in a years time.
Will beg nhs but am prepared to pay somehow.
can I ask about nipple sensitivity?

SniffyHock · 11/05/2008 20:43

It was a really good decision for me. It was strange in a way not to be known for the size of your breasts. They had defined me for so long I really worried about it IYKWIM.

It took me a while after the op to feel happy with them but now my confidence has soared. In fact, we only took the after photos today and seeing them side by side made me smile!

ZeMNetterWithZeBigBoobies · 11/05/2008 20:44

Ah, coat hanger shoulders. Piffle, have you tried pilates for the posture problems? I have the beginnings of a dowagers hump.

SniffyHock · 11/05/2008 20:45

TBH I've never been hugely sensitive in that area so it's never been a problem. Sex wise, they've been a huge bonus!! I used to hate buying a slinky nightdress as my boobs looked shit without a bra but now I'm much more daring!

Underwear options are better now too. I'm still not tiny though but I feel like my body is balanced.

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