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  • Jerusha
    Jerusha Member Posts: 406
    edited November 2010

    Hi Bonnie, If you think you've got fluid accumulating since your drains were pulled, it is really worth having it checked out. Excess fluid can lead to seroma ,and both the fluid and/or seroma correlate highly with developing LE. Some investigators think it is one of the biggest predisposing factors to LE. Don't mean to be the voice of doom and gloom...just to suggest it's better to make sure..

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  • BonnieK
    BonnieK Member Posts: 655
    edited November 2010

    Thanks so much for the advice.  I already have very mild LE, but my arm and hand are fine for now.  I called PS this afternoon after the incision bled through my sports bra and told him about the swelling, bruising and bleeding.  Apparently this is all "normal" for the type of surgery I had and, since PS is out of town tomorrow, I'm hoping he is right.  This is an awful thing to say, but I really hope to never have to see him again.  He's done all 5 of my plastic surgeries -- TE at the time of MX 10/08, clean up and necrosed skin removal after infection 2 weeks later, TE removal/implant placement 04/09, implant removal/2nd implant placement 12/09 and now final implant removal.           

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  • Estepp
    Estepp Member Posts: 6,416
    edited November 2010

    Good to hear this Bonnie.. I am just getting online and reading my threads.... I was hoping, by the time I read through them... you would have a post saying your PS said this was normal.. and you did... WAHOOOOO! Keep Healing sister!

    Ladies... have a GREAT weekend....

    MBJ...... I see you are helping her get to the picture forum.... I will check in there later tonight... I will vouch for her too.. if Fumi asks!

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  • Lilah
    Lilah Member Posts: 4,898
    edited August 2013

    Bonnie -- I'm with Laura: glad you called your PS and got the ok.  I hope you continue to heal!

    And it looks like the question about the life of silicone implants also was handled. 

    So that leaves me with: hi and hugs to all :)

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  • MBJ
    MBJ Member Posts: 4,352
    edited November 2010

    Bonnie:  So glad everything is okay!

    Laura:  Thanks!  I have been very busy lately and haven't had time to post much.

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  • BonnieK
    BonnieK Member Posts: 655
    edited November 2010

    Thanks Laura, MBJ, Lilah and anyone else I missed!  Last night I was in bed about 5 minutes when I discovered that the incision had bled through the surgical pad I had taped over it and made a big spot on my t-shirt (yes, I wear HOT lingerie!!).  I got cleaned up and DH taped a folded surgical pad on top of the other pad so we could get some sleep.  Then, of course, I couldn't sleep all night because I kept checking to see if the blood was soaking through again.  It was a long, sleepless night, but this morning the pad is still dry and I'm leaving it alone and getting on with my day.  My surgical site is very sore, bigger than when the implant was there and lovely shades of purplish black in the places that are visible.  Glad PS told me this is all normal or I would be totally freaked out...

    Have a great day and a wonderful weekend.

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  • MBJ
    MBJ Member Posts: 4,352
    edited November 2010

    Bonnie:  Glad the bleeding stopped.  I know this is probably no consolation, but look at my first MX pictures and check out the purple "shiner" I had on my MX side!  I never thought the bruise would go away and it still seems a bit darker on that side compared with my natural side.  Soon you too will heal up!  Gentle hugs.

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  • Katey
    Katey Member Posts: 733
    edited November 2010

    Bonnie, of course it's good to check with ps.  I was bruised from my armpit to my waist after having cc scar tissue and implant removed, yes it looked nasty.  It took about 8 weeks to fade.  Never had bruising like this with mx or exchanges, the surgeons just nodded as if this happens.

    My implant each lasted 10 years. 

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  • travelgal6979
    travelgal6979 Member Posts: 160
    edited November 2010

    Thanks Hurleygirly on the implant "life" info.  That's a relief to know that replacement is covered.  I didn't think these babies would last me til I'm 80! :-)

    BonnieK:  I hope you heal and feel better quickly.  Glad your PS said it's normal.

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  • whippetmom
    whippetmom Member Posts: 6,920
    edited November 2010
    If implant replacement averages every 7 years, it will be at 66, 73, 80 and then I think I'll quit and just wing it from there!  Surprised
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  • MBJ
    MBJ Member Posts: 4,352
    edited November 2010

    Lol!  We are all gonna be some hot old ladies!

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  • happymom8285
    happymom8285 Member Posts: 205
    edited November 2010

    At least I'll look perky in my casket......even if the rest of me is wrinkled.  hehe

    travelgal--just read what you said to me.  Thanks.  I'll ask my gf if she wrenched it in some way.

    Bonnie--reading through, I thought "Oh NO! She's been through enough!"  So glad things worked out and you're healing.

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  • Estel
    Estel Member Posts: 3,353
    edited November 2010
    happymom - 'At least I'll look perky in my casket.'  LOL.  Oh, I've spent more this month on bras Embarassed ... and last night I found matching panties for the bras on sale so, of course I 'had' to buy them.  I told a friend today that when they bury me they need to make sure that I have on my new, beautiful sexy lingerie. Cool
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  • rebetata
    rebetata Member Posts: 539
    edited November 2010
    i have bad news to report. I will  not ba able to walk on Sunday with Brenda I have infact developed an infection in my left foob which was cultured and is not looking great at the moment I am in the hospital with lap top and on IV antibiotics. I am hoping not to loose anything just not gonna think that way.

    My DH is by my side and we are gonna get through this. I need your prayers please.

    Rebecca

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  • Estel
    Estel Member Posts: 3,353
    edited November 2010
    rebetata - I am so sorry about the infection ... the walk, there will be others.  You need to focus on YOU.  I'm praying that the antibiotics take of the infection and you will have no further complications.  Praying for you!  Please keep us posted!
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  • BonnieK
    BonnieK Member Posts: 655
    edited November 2010

    I'm thinking healing thoughts for you, Rebecca.  Please let us know how you are doing.

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  • Estepp
    Estepp Member Posts: 6,416
    edited November 2010

    Rebecca........ I prayed...now. (( hug))

    If we have to replace the implants every 7 yrs... I doubt rads skin can deal with it. HM??? Maybe this is why my PS said... I should not need to do any replacement... unless I have a defective implant. I could not afford replacement evey 7 yrs...LOL.... It would cost me 4000.00 every time... as my insurance BCBS.... only pays 80% until I hit 4000.00 ( catastrophic)

    Eeekkk...... I will have the MOST freakin' expensive breast implants EVER!

    Here is hoping I keep mine for someeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee time !

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  • MBJ
    MBJ Member Posts: 4,352
    edited August 2013

    Rebecca:  I am so sorry that you are having to deal with this.  I will be sending you many good and healing thoughts and I hope that this passes quickly and that nothing is lost.  Be very good to yourself and I am glad your DH is there by your side.  Gentle hugs to you!!!

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  • Anna_M
    Anna_M Member Posts: 97
    edited November 2010

    Rebecca, sending you positive thoughts and prayers for a quick healing!  Hugs to you!

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  • JenC
    JenC Member Posts: 382
    edited November 2010

    Rebecca.  Hope your infection goes away fast and you can be on your way.  Thinking of you. 

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  • Claire82
    Claire82 Member Posts: 684
    edited November 2010

    On Tuesday, I had the start of my re-do reconstruction. OMG! I never thought I would feel such relief to have the TE put back in. My PS lowered it and now the connection between my arm and chest (does that have a name) feels so normal. Since the reconstruction, it has been so tight and uncomfortable no matter what exercises I did. I took a peek under my bandages and no longer do I have 3 inframammory folds but one smooth one. I can't wait to get the adhesive off so that I can really get a look. Oh and I hate the drain - praying that Monday my PS can remove it. It actually looks like a boob! Not a lump on my chest. She put in 350 cc to start, so it won't be too many fills to get to where I want. I have a band across  my chest to keep the TE from migrating back up to my clavicle where my previous PS said looked fine to him! Thanks to all the great women here that encouraged me to take the leap!

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  • Anonymous
    Anonymous Member Posts: 1,376
    edited November 2010

    Rebecca,

    I dedicate my run to you.

    Heal well.

    Love,

    Brenda 

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  • sweetie2040
    sweetie2040 Member Posts: 817
    edited November 2010

    Rebecca-thoughts and prayers are sent your well. Get rest and feel better.

    Claire82-I am so happy you are pleased so far. This a very,very good sign. If the TE looks good already your implant is going to look fab! I know it was hard for you to go through it again but in a few months it will be all behind and you will feel restored and look beautiful. It's so important to be your own advocate!

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  • m-star
    m-star Member Posts: 547
    edited November 2010

    Thanks for all your words of encouragement =))))

    I have now posted some new pics on the picture forum!

    xxx

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  • deekaay
    deekaay Member Posts: 328
    edited November 2010

    Rebecca, so sorry you are in the hospital, but now they can load you up with the antibios to get you back on your feet to and continue your HEALING!  Sending you prayers and good vibes, deekaay.

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  • DiDel
    DiDel Member Posts: 1,329
    edited November 2010

    Rebecca so sorry to hear you have an infection and are currently in the hospital. I had a skin infection over the summer and I am happy to say antibiotics cleared it right up within days the red and swelling went away. Hope everything clears up soon for you.

     stay strong!

    Di

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  • whippetmom
    whippetmom Member Posts: 6,920
    edited November 2010

    Rebecca:  I am praying for you honey!!

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  • Jerusha
    Jerusha Member Posts: 406
    edited November 2010

    Rebecca, I hope those antibiotics wipe out every single nasty little bug, and that you get well and get home fast!

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  • Katey
    Katey Member Posts: 733
    edited November 2010

    Rebecca, sorry you are going thru this, hope you are feeling better and home soon!

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  • Firni
    Firni Member Posts: 1,519
    edited November 2010

    Rebecca, so sorry to hear about your infection and having to stay in the hospital.  Praying that those bugs get knocked out quickly and you're resting at home soon.

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