Question:
Need Advice For Breast Reduction Surgery This Coming Monday

I'm having Breast Reduction Surgery next Monday :o) Does anyone have any tips or advice as to what I need to get/do before my surgery so I will be ready when I get home? I won't be staying overnight...Just outpatient. I love all of your advice and posts and would appreciate any helpful tips you might have? Hope everyone had a fantastic weekend! My PS just called me and had a cancellation and it looks like I will be having my breast reduction surgery next Monday. I LOVE IT! Thanks a bunch and have a great night! Tammy*    — meltedbuttr (posted on June 21, 2004)

June 21, 2004
I don't have any advise for you, but, I am also having my breast reduction surgery next Monday......You might want to post this question on the Plastic Surgery message board on Obesityhelp.com. Good luck, I am also outpatient and will not be spending the night.
   — cindy

June 21, 2004
Congrats on your upcoming surgery! I am sooooooo happy with my breast reduction. The hardest part was not lifting the arms for 3 weeks I kept forgetting and it smarted. The pain wasnt bad at all and fortunately I had no drains. My only advise is invest in a couple of decent sports bras if that is what he/she willhave you in for 6-8 weeks post op. I bought so many from walmart etc and ended up with 2 from academy sport that were wonderful. Also once I got to where I was getting out and wanted a little shape in my clothes i got an old time cross your heart and wore it for a while since underwires were so uncomfortable. It is awesome to put on a nightgown or swim suit and actually look like I have boobs not flat looking from the massive saggage. I even have been known to go braless now ! who woulda thunk it? Aslo dont freak out over the strange shape athe breast have after as mine looked kind of square but they rounded out and did I say I love them ? Anyway, best wishes to you, Lesley
   — Lesley T.

June 21, 2004
My advice is simply this: Can you send the leftovers my way? Ba-HAHAHAHA! My boobs have pretty much disappeared! Seriously, though, good luck to you!!
   — ScottieB86

June 21, 2004
Congrats! I had a BR in 2001 and I am so happy I did. Let me give you an incredible website for info and support.. www.BreastHealthOnline.com I have been a member since my BR and I am now a staff member for the Tummy Tuck Forum we have on there. Best wishes!
   — Stephanie B.

June 22, 2004
Hi! I second Stephanie's recommendation for BreastHealthOnline.org...It's a great website. I had my BR alittle over 13 months ago. Wear comfortable loose-fitting clothes to the hospital, and the top you wear should either button or zip up so that you don't have to raise your arms to put it on. Slip on shoes, to so you don't have to bend over and reach to tie them. Drink lots of water...Get a couple of good sports bras, one in the size your PS is taking you to, and then another is one size larger to accommodate the swelling. Get lots of rest...what else? lol. GOOD LUCK to you! You're gonna feel so much better! Denise 316/158; 36G to 36C
   — lily1968

June 22, 2004
Be sure he gives you a low dose of Valium for muscls spasms, along with your pain meds - I took Percocet. It helps immensely! Also, keep two lunchpack sized icces in the freezer to wrap in a soft towel and out wherever it hurts. AND, be sure that you DO NOT sleep with yor arms behind your head. I did and inadvertantly opened my incisions...not cool, and totally my fault. Good luck! Diane N www.WeightlossSurgery.ws
   — DianeN