March 2015 Surgery Sisters

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  • robinblessed54
    robinblessed54 Member Posts: 578
    edited March 2015

    I just want to send hugs and prayers to all of you that had recent surgeries and those of us who are still healing. I am so blessed that my EX recovery has been so easy. 3 weeks today. My Allergan gummies feel great and look great. Glue is finally starting to come off.

    Hugs to upcoming surgery sisters.

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  • bbbbun
    bbbbun Member Posts: 59
    edited March 2015

    We are all hanging in with you and looking forward to good news ...sending lots of love and support to you and Elise!!

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  • bbbbun
    bbbbun Member Posts: 59
    edited March 2015

    Yay Robin!!! What wonderful news!!!

    Gives me strength facing TE exchange and fat grafting next Wednesday April Fools day ...should I be concerned!?!

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  • bbbbun
    bbbbun Member Posts: 59
    edited March 2015

    Thank you Divecat!!! You have no idea what your posts have meant to me!!! Thank you for being our leader!!!

    My Mom passed away due to triple negative BS in 1995...6 months after Dx....I still miss her so much and especiallywish she could have enjoyed my 6 precious grandchildren. She was 69...I am 68..................damn!!! We MUST stop this stupid disease!!

    No more negatives!!! I plan to "wake up" with a happy face and adorable boobies on April Fools Day LOL!!!

    Can't wait to tell my 3 year old grandson that Bunnie's boobies aren't broken anymore!! :D

    So happy for you and THANK YOU again!!! Valorie

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  • LRGinger
    LRGinger Member Posts: 30
    edited March 2015

    good luck tomorrow PhillyEmma and elisewin. It will be over before you know it.


    Congrats on the implants , Amy. Sounds like it has been a long haul

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  • eaglemom
    eaglemom Member Posts: 76
    edited March 2015

    Thanks DiveCat and hummingbirdlover. I think it really helped that I was in great physical shape when I went in for surgery. I do tend to heal fast and have a fairly high tolerance for pain, so I was hopeful. All together things so far have gone better than I had anticipated and as good as I hoped.

    I'm so glad everything went well with your exchange Amy! You have my continued prayers for no infection and good healing and recovery.

    Good luck with your surgery tomorrow, PhillyEmma. I was a bit sleep deprived going into surgery too as I had only had about 4 hours sleep the night before. But I was under anesthesia foe 2-1/2 hours and then just pretty much lay on a hospital bed for the next couple days so it was fine. Breathing is good. It'll be over before you know it. The waiting really is some of the hardest.

    I'm so glad everything is going good in your recovery, Robin. Yay!

    I'm so sorry about your mom, Valorie. I hope you end up with very adorable, fixed boobies on April Fool's day!

    Best wishes for your surgery tomorrow also, elisewin.

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  • justamy
    justamy Member Posts: 532
    edited March 2015

    My new size C boobs are adorable! I saw a friend at Walmart though when I was picking up prescriptions and she seemed disappointed that they weren't bigger! I didn't go into this to look like Dolly Parton- I just want to look like me...and I was a C Cup. Oh well...

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  • gypsyjo
    gypsyjo Member Posts: 304
    edited March 2015

    Justamy - There is nothing better than looking like yourself. So glad you are there.  :-)

    PhillyEmma, elisewin - Good thoughts go with you tomorrow. It will be over soon and you will feel better.

    robinblessed54 - How wonderful to feel and look great!

    bbbbun - I so identify with Bunnies boobies being fixed. Thanks for making me smile!

    I'm taking advantage of the time to rest and recover.

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  • hummingbirdlover
    hummingbirdlover Member Posts: 421
    edited March 2015

    Why do people assume BC is our ticket to Dolly Parton status? I wasn't big before, I am going for a B plus haha. I just want to be able to wear my clothes again!

    Good luck phillyemma and elisewin, thinking peaceful thoughts for you.

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  • canadiancampmama
    canadiancampmama Member Posts: 22
    edited March 2015

    Good luck in surgery tomorrow ladies.

    My lumpectomy and SNB went well. But because of underlying health issues my BP almost had me stroking out. And I couldn't keep my o2 levels up. Took me awhile to wake up. I didn’t sleep at all last night and I think that and the vomiting this morning played a part.

    I have little to no pain. But I will take a tyenol /ibpropin combo before bed.

    Now the waiting begins! April 21st I will get the results.

    Again best of luck for a smooth pain free surgery and recovery and good results

    Heather

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  • DiveCat
    DiveCat Member Posts: 968
    edited March 2015

    I've sometimes been a bit self-conscious that people will think I have had a "boob job" because of my cleavage/being able to, in certain positions, see the implant line. And because they definitely don't quite behave like natural breasts (much more firm and perky than my old ones were!). I don't know why I care really, as I don't judge anyone who has a breast augmentation myself, I really don't care and thing if someone wants an augmentation, I think they should go for it, so don't know why I care if others make assumptions. However, some part of me does because I did not have an augmentation, and I feel a need to explain why it is so different. Maybe it comes from seeing so many comments after Angelina Jolie's PBMX about Angelina Jolie was just using her BRCA1+ status to get a "boob job" (perplexing, because 1. she already had one and 2. since when does AJ care what anyone thinks...she has kissed her brother and used to wear a vial of blood around her neck, damnit!).

    In my normal clothes and work clothes, no worries, but when I am at the gym/in my workout clothes/in sports bras I am a bit self-conscious about it, not only as the clothing is a bit more revealing, but they don't move like they would if they were natural. Ditto for when I am doing any of my scuba related stuff and in swimsuits, etc. Now, if I stripped down naked in front anyone who looked I think they would figure out something was a little different, as though I have my nipples and no visible scars (in IMF) they don't have that same look as augmented breasts, but I am not going to whip off my top for everyone who stares at my chest :)

    The odd thing is though I was a natural 30E BEFORE my first surgery, and a 30E AFTER my first surgery, so exactly the same size. I expect I will need to don a 30F now as these implants are 1cm wider, though only project 0.3cm more. So really, I am not much different size wise than before surgery (I really did NOT want to be bigger, and while I would have not minded going a bit smaller I wanted to keep my nipples which limited my options a bit) A 30E is not big in any event, though it sounds like it to those not too familiar with proper fitting bras outside the department store/VS bra matrix, I have a 29" ribcage, and about a 35" bust. Volume wise, I am equivalent to about a (UK) 32DD/E or 34D/DD. I never really thought my NATURAL breasts looked augmented so not sure why I worry about it with my reconstructed ones. Anyway, my anatomicals are not quite as round as the, well, rounds, so that might help a bit, but I still have to get used to the cleavage...neither my natural breasts or my rounds gave me this kind of cleavage! And right now my surgical bras seem to only enhance it!

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  • DiveCat
    DiveCat Member Posts: 968
    edited March 2015

    canadiancampmama,

    Yikes, that sounds scary! I am glad you are okay.

    I am hoping for great results for you! It always seems to take so much longer in Canada to get results back for anything. My pathology after my BMX took about 3-4 weeks, and I remember others having surgery around the same time in the US (be it for treatment or prophylactic) were getting their results back much, much faster!

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  • justamy
    justamy Member Posts: 532
    edited March 2015

    oh I forgot to tell you all that I got to bring my good old friends home unexpectedly. J and P. I wasn't supposed to have drains but the seroma made it necessary. I actually had 2...one on each side so I got two drains...I had them 3 weeks last time. I hope their stay is shorter this go around!

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  • robinblessed54
    robinblessed54 Member Posts: 578
    edited March 2015

    Ha ha!  you are right about that!  I had several people ask me how big you going?  Well, I felt the same way about it that you did.  I was a B cup before and wanted to stay the same so my clothes would fit me.  I can't afford to get a new wardrobe.  I ended up with a C cup, but with no breast tissue left, it looks the same as my B cup.  My clothes fit the same.  Since I had Allergan gummies, you have to put a bigger size in the pocket so they are full and won't migrate. They look fine! 

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  • elisewin
    elisewin Member Posts: 19
    edited March 2015

    good morning ladies!

    7 o'clock Hong Kong time, trying to push down my breakfast check in in hospital at 830 and surgery at 330. I have to go to hospital on my own since my husband is in hospital too (different one) with a surgical site infection from a broken leg surgery!!! My mum is coming over from Italy and will land in few hours..

    Can't wait to have this out of my body.

    Will let you know how it did went thank you for been here with me

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  • farmerjo
    farmerjo Member Posts: 518
    edited March 2015

    Yay Amy! So glad to hear all is well! It certainly has been a long, hard ride for you. Glad to hear you're able to move on!

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  • canadiancampmama
    canadiancampmama Member Posts: 22
    edited March 2015

    elisewin : I'm so sorry you have to go on your own. Glad your mum will be there later in the day. I am wishing you and your husband both a speedy recovery.










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  • bbbbun
    bbbbun Member Posts: 59
    edited March 2015

    Here's to ADORABLE boobies that aren't broken anymore!!! YAY!!!!!

    I'm just sayin'!! and it's not my fine wine either since I'll be waiting a bit longer before I get to raise a glass

    to all of us March 2015 Sisters!!!

    God bless us everyone!!! Hugs, Valorie

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  • gypsyjo
    gypsyjo Member Posts: 304
    edited March 2015

    I agree bbbbun. We should never miss an opportunity to celebrate!


     

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  • PhillyEmma
    PhillyEmma Member Posts: 47
    edited March 2015

    elsewin, good luck today. You're not alone as we're all there with you in thought and prayer. All in your corner.

    Been up since 3.30am. Amazed I even got those 4 hours of sleep and that was by the grace of God because I was really having a rough go. I think the last 3 months since dx was research and doctors appointments and just adjusting but no comprehending it was breast cancer. AT ALL. This past week it became reality and yesterday it hit me. So I cried a lot. Out of fear, loss and worry.

    But you all are a comfort and knowing there is light in the darkness. So thank you. I appreciate it.

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  • Valentine99
    Valentine99 Member Posts: 75
    edited March 2015

    I made it through my surgery on Wednesday. Still pretty sore . Was hoping I would go home today but may not be until tomorrow. Really want to go home!

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  • hummingbirdlover
    hummingbirdlover Member Posts: 421
    edited March 2015

    Valentine, good to hear from you! I know how you feel about wanting to go home. You always feel better at home, hope they release you today.

    Phillyemma, we are thinking of you. That first month or so of dx and test after test and finally surgery is rough. It takes a huge toll on your psyche. Then you wait after surgery for final pathology and finally have a treatment plan and it feels like you've been running in quicksand...it sucks! But it does get easier once you know what you're doing and can take back control of your life.

    Hang in there everyone! Can you believe we've almost made it through the month? There is light at the end of the tunnel! Keep fighting!

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  • hummingbirdlover
    hummingbirdlover Member Posts: 421
    edited March 2015

    Thinking of ERnurse and Rebecca, hope you both have an awesome weekend and can do something you love to do and relax

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  • NY2TXbaby
    NY2TXbaby Member Posts: 171
    edited March 2015

    just wanted to send out a hug to all my March surgery sisters who are still healing and those who are waiting for their procedures. Heading to first follow up appt since my surgery last week Wednesday - hoping drains will come out but am doubtful. Doing surprisingly well - the emotional healing will probably be the most challenging to adjust to my new normal. Phillyemma - I can so relate. I too did not truly accept the fact that I had BC until I was getting ready for surgery - Surgery has really made it all the more real. No hiding from my scars - but I know that one day I will be able to see them as being beautiful. I still have radiation to get through but trying to take it one day at a time and enjoy every good day. Hug

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  • Cindy_K
    Cindy_K Member Posts: 52
    edited March 2015

    Just wanted to wish everyone well today and enjoy this beautiful spring weekend...

    Another follow up appointment for me today, hoping to have me drains removed. PhillyEmma and NY2TX I can relate.. Its been almost 3 months since my diagnosis and I can totally relate about not comprehending about having cancer. I spent every free moment researching until my surgery and it wasn't until my last day of work that it dawned on me... I HAVE CANCER! I pulled myself together and only let myself cry ( a cry of relief) when I was told all margins were clear and I no longer had cancer in my breasts.

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  • NY2TXbaby
    NY2TXbaby Member Posts: 171
    edited March 2015

    home from dr appt. First day in real clothes and first outing since my surgery last week. Drains in for one more week....I was hopeful but never really expected she would take them today. Pathology report showed atypical ductal and lobular hyperplasia in my right breast so I (and doctor) was happy I decided on the double mastectomy....she was very pleased with how well I was doing and even said "I looked great" - I told her it is remarkable what a little blush and a wig can do! Praying for good path reports for everyone....

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  • ladyduffer
    ladyduffer Member Posts: 40
    edited March 2015

    Continued prayers to everyone that has been through their surgery, and has surgery yet to come.

    I had my BMX with TE and SNB on Wednesday, and got home on Thursday.  I am managing the pain, and luckily it hasn't been as bad as I thought it would be so far, and am glad I chose BMX as well.  I was blessed today with a good pathology report so I won't have to go through radiation, just the targeted therapy of Herceptin for one year.  As many have commented, dealing with the drains seems to be the roughest part.  I am just very tired, can't sleep.  Pain meds don't make me sleepy and don't want to mix Ativan with pain meds due to low heart rate.

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  • PMR53
    PMR53 Member Posts: 452
    edited March 2015

    Glad your surgery all done LadyDuffer. Super news about pathology too!! I am waiting to hear from SO on my date. Probably end of April. How many drains do you have? Have a good weekend, heal and rest.

    Patty


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  • elisewin
    elisewin Member Posts: 19
    edited March 2015

    Good morning

    My surgery went well

    Feeling positive today

    Wishing good recovery to all and good luck to Rebecca and ERNurse for Monday

    Cia

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  • gypsyjo
    gypsyjo Member Posts: 304
    edited March 2015

    elisewin - so glad you are doing well and upbeat!

    Rebecca and ERNurse - Relax this weekend and wishes an easy surgery on Monday. Keep us posted.


     

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