EGSuzie
Friday the 13th seemed as good a time as any...
May 13, 2011
Wow. I haven't made an update since 2010? I should be spanked! In my defense, things have been crazy around here. Between my daughters' wrestling schedules, son that wouldn't do the work to graduate on time, job losses, marriage separations and reconciliations...it's been a madhouse. Weight loss surgery and "superficial" things of that nature just haven't seemed important.
That said, I can now report I have been amazingly steady in my weight, even losing a handful (or two) of pounds during the temporary break-up of my marriage. Of course, it came back soon enough, like as soon as he moved back home...and that's just fine with me. 136 pounds is far too light for me. Now I'm stable at about 145 +/- a pound or two. My body post-plastics-wise is stable, as well, and the scars are noticeably more faint...with some nearly invisible already! Dr. S is a master at perfect stitches.
I won't lie and say I follow all or even most of the average post-op "rules". I eat carbs. I don't always eat protein first, or even last sometimes! I drink red wine regularly...and I love every sip! I eat sugar...not a lot, but I do eat the real thing at times. Honestly, for all intents and purposes, no one would ever know I had surgery by my eating habits. And shock of all shocks...I am having ZERO problems keeping my weight in check, even at over 4 years out. Additionally, my labs look good. I couldn't ask for more. I am, at the moment, a happy girl. But, things can always get better!
p.s. I forgot to add the ever important update to my nursing school saga. I have now applied 6 times! That equals 2 and 1/2 years...6 semesters. And guess what? I STILL haven't been chosen in the lottery. Can I just say how much California's college and school systems suck ass? At this rate, I really and truly WILL need a walker for myself by the time I am accepted into program.
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That said, I can now report I have been amazingly steady in my weight, even losing a handful (or two) of pounds during the temporary break-up of my marriage. Of course, it came back soon enough, like as soon as he moved back home...and that's just fine with me. 136 pounds is far too light for me. Now I'm stable at about 145 +/- a pound or two. My body post-plastics-wise is stable, as well, and the scars are noticeably more faint...with some nearly invisible already! Dr. S is a master at perfect stitches.
I won't lie and say I follow all or even most of the average post-op "rules". I eat carbs. I don't always eat protein first, or even last sometimes! I drink red wine regularly...and I love every sip! I eat sugar...not a lot, but I do eat the real thing at times. Honestly, for all intents and purposes, no one would ever know I had surgery by my eating habits. And shock of all shocks...I am having ZERO problems keeping my weight in check, even at over 4 years out. Additionally, my labs look good. I couldn't ask for more. I am, at the moment, a happy girl. But, things can always get better!
p.s. I forgot to add the ever important update to my nursing school saga. I have now applied 6 times! That equals 2 and 1/2 years...6 semesters. And guess what? I STILL haven't been chosen in the lottery. Can I just say how much California's college and school systems suck ass? At this rate, I really and truly WILL need a walker for myself by the time I am accepted into program.
It's been a long time...
Oct 04, 2010
I've been lax in keeping up with this profile. I'm a bad girl and should probably be spanked! lol
It is amazing to see how fast time flies when you feel good, feel like a "normal" person. I never imagined I'd be one of those who dropped off the face of the earth (or the face of OH, as the case may be) as soon as I was feeling and looking good. But, here I am, in confessional again...admitting to being one of "them."
Additionally, I am in Mexico again. Not for me, but for a friend met on OH and fortunately also local to me. Gina came here to have plastics done by Dr. Sauceda and his magic hands. Of course, he has completed another phenominal surgery. :o) Gina looks fantastic! And I believe she is happy with her results. The trip has been uneventful, outside of Gina's surgery, and has been a great opportunity to get to know her A LOT better! lol. Also, I have had the added bonus of being able to see Dr. S...without pain or complaints on my end. ;o) I'm sure he's pleased about that!
As for myself, with regard to plastics, I am completely healed from my trip here in Dec. of last year. I only have one spot above my left hip that I might have touched up, should I come back again for more iimprovement. Otherwise, it's nothing I can't live with. Satisfied doesn't even begin to describe how I feel about the improvement in my figure.
Interestingly, as I am typing this entry, I just received a photo Dr. S took of my removed skin. Quite interesting and a bit eerie to see. I will add it to my plastics pics. I will also be adding new pics of my body soon. It think it's about time. :o} Dr. Sauceda thought it was about time he got updated pics, as well.
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It is amazing to see how fast time flies when you feel good, feel like a "normal" person. I never imagined I'd be one of those who dropped off the face of the earth (or the face of OH, as the case may be) as soon as I was feeling and looking good. But, here I am, in confessional again...admitting to being one of "them."
Additionally, I am in Mexico again. Not for me, but for a friend met on OH and fortunately also local to me. Gina came here to have plastics done by Dr. Sauceda and his magic hands. Of course, he has completed another phenominal surgery. :o) Gina looks fantastic! And I believe she is happy with her results. The trip has been uneventful, outside of Gina's surgery, and has been a great opportunity to get to know her A LOT better! lol. Also, I have had the added bonus of being able to see Dr. S...without pain or complaints on my end. ;o) I'm sure he's pleased about that!
As for myself, with regard to plastics, I am completely healed from my trip here in Dec. of last year. I only have one spot above my left hip that I might have touched up, should I come back again for more iimprovement. Otherwise, it's nothing I can't live with. Satisfied doesn't even begin to describe how I feel about the improvement in my figure.
Interestingly, as I am typing this entry, I just received a photo Dr. S took of my removed skin. Quite interesting and a bit eerie to see. I will add it to my plastics pics. I will also be adding new pics of my body soon. It think it's about time. :o} Dr. Sauceda thought it was about time he got updated pics, as well.
So, I took a roadtrip to Costa Mesa...
May 23, 2010
all alone! This is an important distinction because I have three kids and almost never even make it to the grocery without one or more spawn in tow.
In any case, the drive was shorter than I thought it would be. As a kid, I remember always being told we were not going to Disneyland until hell froze over, because the 8 hour drive from Sacramento just wasn't worth the trip. Eight hours? Were people driving a horse and buggy in the early 80's? I made it to LA proper in 4.5 hours. When you add the additional drive across LA to reach Costa Mesa, it was still under 6 hours drive time.
Anyway, the OH event was informative, fun, revealing, and funny. Holy crap- Mary Jo Rapini: filthy and funny...a combo made in heaven! I think I'd fly across the country to hear her speak again. So, I saw people, read packages, sampled some new and old products, and just generally hung out for two days.
I met up with a couple of fantastic ladies on OH and local to me in Elk Grove, Gina and Jessica. There were a few bumps in the road with these two ladies health-wise, but we had a fine time nevertheless. I look forward to another girl's weekend, very soon!
And finally, I got to spend a bit of time (and an over-priced bottle of wine) with the ever-lovely Beth (Melting Mama), as well as Andrea, of WLS Vitagarden fame. These are two of the coolest chicks on the planet, though I think they are often misunderstood. To top it off, they are both uber intelligent...perhaps too smart for the average bear to understand. I adore them both and feel privileged to have met them both. If you are ever in close proximity to either gal, please say hello and strike up a convo with one or both...they just might surprise you!
I'm home now, after the longer, lonelier drive home. I saw snow flurries over the Grapevine, a bit of rain, a bit of sun, bad drivers, horrible drivers, and downright dangerous drivers along the way. I even saw a pack of Hell's Angels parting traffic with their caravan of bikes...quite a sight! It feels good to be home.
By the way, I still haven't been to Disneyland.
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In any case, the drive was shorter than I thought it would be. As a kid, I remember always being told we were not going to Disneyland until hell froze over, because the 8 hour drive from Sacramento just wasn't worth the trip. Eight hours? Were people driving a horse and buggy in the early 80's? I made it to LA proper in 4.5 hours. When you add the additional drive across LA to reach Costa Mesa, it was still under 6 hours drive time.
Anyway, the OH event was informative, fun, revealing, and funny. Holy crap- Mary Jo Rapini: filthy and funny...a combo made in heaven! I think I'd fly across the country to hear her speak again. So, I saw people, read packages, sampled some new and old products, and just generally hung out for two days.
I met up with a couple of fantastic ladies on OH and local to me in Elk Grove, Gina and Jessica. There were a few bumps in the road with these two ladies health-wise, but we had a fine time nevertheless. I look forward to another girl's weekend, very soon!
And finally, I got to spend a bit of time (and an over-priced bottle of wine) with the ever-lovely Beth (Melting Mama), as well as Andrea, of WLS Vitagarden fame. These are two of the coolest chicks on the planet, though I think they are often misunderstood. To top it off, they are both uber intelligent...perhaps too smart for the average bear to understand. I adore them both and feel privileged to have met them both. If you are ever in close proximity to either gal, please say hello and strike up a convo with one or both...they just might surprise you!
I'm home now, after the longer, lonelier drive home. I saw snow flurries over the Grapevine, a bit of rain, a bit of sun, bad drivers, horrible drivers, and downright dangerous drivers along the way. I even saw a pack of Hell's Angels parting traffic with their caravan of bikes...quite a sight! It feels good to be home.
By the way, I still haven't been to Disneyland.
I'm one of "those" now. :-(
Apr 18, 2010
I never imagined becoming one of "those people." You know, the ones that wander off and live their lives and come back to OH only infrequently? And when they do pop in, it's certainly not long enough to post an update to their blog. Well, I now fall into that category and I feel so ashamed. No, really!
So here it is, an abbreviated update:
First things first...I am completely healed and rarely even have swelling. In fact, the scars for my medial thigh lift are nearly in-perceivable already! I truly couldn't be any happier with the amazing results I was able to achieve due to Dr. Sauceda's skill.
Secondly, I have a job of sorts. I'm not sure how long it will last, or even how long it will be full time (it is right now), but I'm making a few bucks for now, at least. I work for a man that buys and sells heavy equipment. I guess I could be described as a personal assistant, for lack of a better description.
Third, my 14 year old daughter, MacKenzie, and I just returned from Lake Havasu, AZ. We drove down during spring break to visit a dear friend who is working down there for a few months. It was a wonderful chance to spend time with my captive teen. We ended up having a fantastic time and are already planning another road-trip to the Peugeot Sound area of Washington...my friend's next work assignment.
I can't wait!!!
Lastly, I have applied for my fourth round of applications for the nursing program. I should know within the next 7 weeks if I'm in, or out...again. Perhaps the fourth time is the charm? Or perhaps the fifth? At this point, anytime before I collect SS would be welcome.
Finally, (I know, I know, I already said "lastly"...haaa, changed my mind!
) my weight is steady and back where it was before plastics...at around 143, give or take. I have nothing to complain about in any respect. This surgery has done precisely what it was meant to do. I even dump on rare occasions...too much milk chocolate??
Anyway, things are good all around. Now, I need to post updated plastics pics...don't hold your breath!!
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So here it is, an abbreviated update:
First things first...I am completely healed and rarely even have swelling. In fact, the scars for my medial thigh lift are nearly in-perceivable already! I truly couldn't be any happier with the amazing results I was able to achieve due to Dr. Sauceda's skill.
Secondly, I have a job of sorts. I'm not sure how long it will last, or even how long it will be full time (it is right now), but I'm making a few bucks for now, at least. I work for a man that buys and sells heavy equipment. I guess I could be described as a personal assistant, for lack of a better description.
Third, my 14 year old daughter, MacKenzie, and I just returned from Lake Havasu, AZ. We drove down during spring break to visit a dear friend who is working down there for a few months. It was a wonderful chance to spend time with my captive teen. We ended up having a fantastic time and are already planning another road-trip to the Peugeot Sound area of Washington...my friend's next work assignment.
I can't wait!!!Lastly, I have applied for my fourth round of applications for the nursing program. I should know within the next 7 weeks if I'm in, or out...again. Perhaps the fourth time is the charm? Or perhaps the fifth? At this point, anytime before I collect SS would be welcome.
Finally, (I know, I know, I already said "lastly"...haaa, changed my mind!
) my weight is steady and back where it was before plastics...at around 143, give or take. I have nothing to complain about in any respect. This surgery has done precisely what it was meant to do. I even dump on rare occasions...too much milk chocolate?? Anyway, things are good all around. Now, I need to post updated plastics pics...don't hold your breath!!
Scar tissue is a wonderful thing :o)
Mar 05, 2010
Here I am at 10 weeks out from plastics and I can finally report complete healing. Actually, the leaking in my right breast stopped 9 days ago and the final leg of my healing marathon has, at long last, concluded.
Previous to this milestone, and although I truly trust Dr. S and his professional opinion, I was starting to really freak out about the possibility of my breast leaking forever...or further, the though of coming home from Mexico with only one breast. I couldn't even sleep through the night without waking up from some one-tit nightmare! So, I made an appointment with a local plastic surgeon for a second opinion of sorts. Interestingly, he agreed with Dr. Sauceda...literally word-for-word. While this wasn't so much a surprise, it did give me some strange bit of acceptance for my situation...which boiled down to likely having my right implant removed for a couple of months until internal healing was complete, and then going back to MX to have another surgery to place another implant for another shot at proper healing.
Anyway, long story cut short...I saw the other surgeon on Thursday, Feb. 18, and the last day I leaked even a minute amount was Feb. 23. It's been all downhill since then. I am completely healed and have only a small divet or pockmark, of sorts, where the pin-hole was located. It seems to be a case of me being a brutally slow healer when it comes to the boobs. The rest of my body healed up, lickety-split and perfectly. The boob, not so much. In any case, I am so thrilled to have finally completed this phase of healing I could just scream...ahhhh, I can take a hot bubble bath now and with two boobs, too!!!
But, I am even more thrilled to have been able to deliver the good news to Dr. Sauceda yesterday(I wanted to wait until I was utterly certain I was in the clear!). I think he was relieved, as he said he would "be very happy today and tomorrow." He even reminded me that he would be in San Francisco in August for a conference and would love for he, his wife, Damon, and I to meet for dinner. I look forward to visiting with this wonderful prince of a man and his lovely bride. Dr. Sauceda is such an amazing gift to his profession.
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Previous to this milestone, and although I truly trust Dr. S and his professional opinion, I was starting to really freak out about the possibility of my breast leaking forever...or further, the though of coming home from Mexico with only one breast. I couldn't even sleep through the night without waking up from some one-tit nightmare! So, I made an appointment with a local plastic surgeon for a second opinion of sorts. Interestingly, he agreed with Dr. Sauceda...literally word-for-word. While this wasn't so much a surprise, it did give me some strange bit of acceptance for my situation...which boiled down to likely having my right implant removed for a couple of months until internal healing was complete, and then going back to MX to have another surgery to place another implant for another shot at proper healing.
Anyway, long story cut short...I saw the other surgeon on Thursday, Feb. 18, and the last day I leaked even a minute amount was Feb. 23. It's been all downhill since then. I am completely healed and have only a small divet or pockmark, of sorts, where the pin-hole was located. It seems to be a case of me being a brutally slow healer when it comes to the boobs. The rest of my body healed up, lickety-split and perfectly. The boob, not so much. In any case, I am so thrilled to have finally completed this phase of healing I could just scream...ahhhh, I can take a hot bubble bath now and with two boobs, too!!!
But, I am even more thrilled to have been able to deliver the good news to Dr. Sauceda yesterday(I wanted to wait until I was utterly certain I was in the clear!). I think he was relieved, as he said he would "be very happy today and tomorrow." He even reminded me that he would be in San Francisco in August for a conference and would love for he, his wife, Damon, and I to meet for dinner. I look forward to visiting with this wonderful prince of a man and his lovely bride. Dr. Sauceda is such an amazing gift to his profession.
It sucks being a slow healer
Feb 10, 2010
Several bits of new to report today. Some good...some a bit unnerving.
The good news first. I am finally out of my compression garment! Woot!!! It feels so fantastic to be rid of that thing. It did what it was intended to do, but I won't miss it in the least. I do still have a bit of swelling here and there, and diffuse swelling by the end of the day. But, nothing to warrant wearing that thing 24/7. Really, it was getting so loose I think it was actually causing more problems than doing anything worthwhile. I have also moved on to a sports bra at night, and a soft non-underwire bra during the day. What a relief!
This brings me to the not-so-fab news and the reason for the title of this post. First a bit of back story...
About 13 years ago I had breast reduction surgery and it went horribly on the healing front. My husband said he recalled it taking about 3 solid months for things to heal up, quit draining, and finally calm down. I seem to have blocked that period of my life out...it was brutal. During my healing I produced excessive amounts of serous fluid...enough that it continually blew out my stitches for at least the first 8 weeks. It was a mess. Eventually things began to heal inside and it slowly subsided. Now, back to present day.
I have all but healed on every incision line I have, save one itty-bitty, teeny-tiny pin-sized hole under my right breast, on the vertical incision line. And even at that, it does heal over somewhat for several days at a time. Then, a small amount of serous fluid (perhaps a teaspoon) will break through and drain. The cycle then begins again. Mind you, I have no signs of infection or swelling, every thing is as it should be...except for this minute amount of fluid that finds its escape route.
Now, I see this as a good thing...the fluid is draining itself and not building into a seroma. And, keeping in mind that I am a slow healer, the overall amount is waning...it just hasn't completely stopped. My ps is concerned that it won't ever stop and wants me to come back to Mexico for him to insert a drain...and worst case, remove the implant if that doesn't work.
Understand...I think this man is a fantastic doctor. However, I don't think he understands my personal healing "style" and the sheer lack of fluid seeping out every few days. Not to mention, I am simply unable to go back to Mexico at this time. Between lack of funds in the budget...we spent all we had on the first trip, no available child care while I'm gone...Damon's work schedule simply doesn't allow him to be home much, and no vacation time left for hubby to use to be here for the kids and still get payed...this trip just couldn't happen right now, no matter what.
I am taking great care to pay close attention to what is going on with regard to healing. I know the signs and symptoms of infection...there are none to be found in my case. If something did become worrisome...you can bet I'd be in to see my PCP before a day had passed! In any case, the first of March is the absolute soonest I could leave California. So, in the meantime, I will have to keep doing what I'm doing to assist the draining and healing. Warm compresses and binding at night seem to be doing wonders already and I haven't leaked or had any indication it wants to since yesterday mornings shower. But what trouble!
*sigh* Like I said, it sucks being a slow healer.
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The good news first. I am finally out of my compression garment! Woot!!! It feels so fantastic to be rid of that thing. It did what it was intended to do, but I won't miss it in the least. I do still have a bit of swelling here and there, and diffuse swelling by the end of the day. But, nothing to warrant wearing that thing 24/7. Really, it was getting so loose I think it was actually causing more problems than doing anything worthwhile. I have also moved on to a sports bra at night, and a soft non-underwire bra during the day. What a relief!
This brings me to the not-so-fab news and the reason for the title of this post. First a bit of back story...
About 13 years ago I had breast reduction surgery and it went horribly on the healing front. My husband said he recalled it taking about 3 solid months for things to heal up, quit draining, and finally calm down. I seem to have blocked that period of my life out...it was brutal. During my healing I produced excessive amounts of serous fluid...enough that it continually blew out my stitches for at least the first 8 weeks. It was a mess. Eventually things began to heal inside and it slowly subsided. Now, back to present day.
I have all but healed on every incision line I have, save one itty-bitty, teeny-tiny pin-sized hole under my right breast, on the vertical incision line. And even at that, it does heal over somewhat for several days at a time. Then, a small amount of serous fluid (perhaps a teaspoon) will break through and drain. The cycle then begins again. Mind you, I have no signs of infection or swelling, every thing is as it should be...except for this minute amount of fluid that finds its escape route.
Now, I see this as a good thing...the fluid is draining itself and not building into a seroma. And, keeping in mind that I am a slow healer, the overall amount is waning...it just hasn't completely stopped. My ps is concerned that it won't ever stop and wants me to come back to Mexico for him to insert a drain...and worst case, remove the implant if that doesn't work.
Understand...I think this man is a fantastic doctor. However, I don't think he understands my personal healing "style" and the sheer lack of fluid seeping out every few days. Not to mention, I am simply unable to go back to Mexico at this time. Between lack of funds in the budget...we spent all we had on the first trip, no available child care while I'm gone...Damon's work schedule simply doesn't allow him to be home much, and no vacation time left for hubby to use to be here for the kids and still get payed...this trip just couldn't happen right now, no matter what.
I am taking great care to pay close attention to what is going on with regard to healing. I know the signs and symptoms of infection...there are none to be found in my case. If something did become worrisome...you can bet I'd be in to see my PCP before a day had passed! In any case, the first of March is the absolute soonest I could leave California. So, in the meantime, I will have to keep doing what I'm doing to assist the draining and healing. Warm compresses and binding at night seem to be doing wonders already and I haven't leaked or had any indication it wants to since yesterday mornings shower. But what trouble!
*sigh* Like I said, it sucks being a slow healer.
Part 2
Jan 28, 2010
This is just a quick post to say how relieved I am to have my blood work results. My ferritin has jumped up from 7 to 25! Yay!! So, I just have to keep doing what I'm doing...it's working.
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Part 1 of the 2 part series is complete
Jan 22, 2010
Yesterday I completed my blood work for my three year visit. So, it was a 12 vial draw...amazing. Anyway, Thursday of next week is my surgeons visit, with Saturday being my official third year anniversary of the ever important slice-and-dice fest.
WOW! Three years have passed in the blink of an eye. Or so it seems. But, when I look back at a random blog post (I do that once in a while to see if I still think and sound the same), I am reminded how far I have come. And to know I have maintained without much trouble...that is icing on the cake! I still like to eat cake and I'm not afraid to say it! lol
So, I will know what my pitiful ferritin levels look like by this time next week. I really hope it has come up some...any gain will give me hope.
With regard to plastics...I'm coming right along. Although my right breast incision keeps seeping a bit and it is annoying the shit out of me, things are good. There is no sign of infection or of poor healing anywhere except that right breast. It just won't dry up. Dr. S contacted me this evening when he caught wind of the issue (how??), and I wrote back to fill him in on the particulars. I've said it before and I'll say it again...he's an amazing man!
That's all for now....I'll be back with Part 2 next week.
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WOW! Three years have passed in the blink of an eye. Or so it seems. But, when I look back at a random blog post (I do that once in a while to see if I still think and sound the same
), I am reminded how far I have come. And to know I have maintained without much trouble...that is icing on the cake! I still like to eat cake and I'm not afraid to say it! lolSo, I will know what my pitiful ferritin levels look like by this time next week. I really hope it has come up some...any gain will give me hope.
With regard to plastics...I'm coming right along. Although my right breast incision keeps seeping a bit and it is annoying the shit out of me, things are good. There is no sign of infection or of poor healing anywhere except that right breast. It just won't dry up. Dr. S contacted me this evening when he caught wind of the issue (how??), and I wrote back to fill him in on the particulars. I've said it before and I'll say it again...he's an amazing man!
That's all for now....I'll be back with Part 2 next week.
It takes 22 days to feel like a human
Jan 13, 2010
I'm going to say it and I'm not even going to knock on wood first.
Today I feel pretty damn good...not like myself, and certainly not any where near 100%...but good nonetheless.
I am still nursing a bit of lingering soreness and an almost raw feeling in the rear portions of my thigh lift. It isn't really surprising considering I have had to sit on top of healing incisions for the last three weeks. My tummy is healing fantastically and looks fab, aside from the expected swelling. The girls are beginning to settle into place...slowly but surely. Also, they are healing well, although, under my left breast, it seems I may have a stitch attempting to make a bid for freedom.
Additionally, I can report being successful in attempting to wear pants (not jeans, though! yikes!) two days in a row. This is a milestone I have been waiting for, as I was tired of dressing in pj bottoms and sweat pants...it makes me feel like a slug. So, the next milestone would be??? Wearing a pair of jeans all day? Being out of the garment for more than shower time? I'm not sure yet, but anything and everything is an improvement.
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Today I feel pretty damn good...not like myself, and certainly not any where near 100%...but good nonetheless.
I am still nursing a bit of lingering soreness and an almost raw feeling in the rear portions of my thigh lift. It isn't really surprising considering I have had to sit on top of healing incisions for the last three weeks. My tummy is healing fantastically and looks fab, aside from the expected swelling. The girls are beginning to settle into place...slowly but surely. Also, they are healing well, although, under my left breast, it seems I may have a stitch attempting to make a bid for freedom.
Additionally, I can report being successful in attempting to wear pants (not jeans, though! yikes!) two days in a row. This is a milestone I have been waiting for, as I was tired of dressing in pj bottoms and sweat pants...it makes me feel like a slug. So, the next milestone would be??? Wearing a pair of jeans all day? Being out of the garment for more than shower time? I'm not sure yet, but anything and everything is an improvement.
What a difference 4 days can make
Jan 09, 2010
Today I can say I *almost* remember what normal feels like.
I have driven my car twice in two days and have actually completed a few small errands. I am cooking, doing some dishes, some laundry, and a few various household chores without too much effort or negative fall-out. I was even supposed to attend a potluck/family game night with some friends tonight, but between my fatigue, though that is slowly getting better, and my daughters injured knee...game night was a no go. Maybe next time.
My incisions are healing without incident...that is an awesome thing! Even the incisions under my breasts are healing nicely and are barely staining a piece of guaze after 24 hours. I am, however, able to report feeling the first shift of my left breast implant. What a bizarre feeling! I'll be glad to have the girls settled and stationary.
My garment is drying my skin and causing a fair amount of itchiness...that is not a good thing, but nothing a giant slather of lotion can't lessen a bit. It will be so wonderful to be able to choose to wear this compression garment rather than being required to wear it. Only 3 weeks + 2 days to go!!
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I have driven my car twice in two days and have actually completed a few small errands. I am cooking, doing some dishes, some laundry, and a few various household chores without too much effort or negative fall-out. I was even supposed to attend a potluck/family game night with some friends tonight, but between my fatigue, though that is slowly getting better, and my daughters injured knee...game night was a no go. Maybe next time.
My incisions are healing without incident...that is an awesome thing! Even the incisions under my breasts are healing nicely and are barely staining a piece of guaze after 24 hours. I am, however, able to report feeling the first shift of my left breast implant. What a bizarre feeling! I'll be glad to have the girls settled and stationary.
My garment is drying my skin and causing a fair amount of itchiness...that is not a good thing, but nothing a giant slather of lotion can't lessen a bit. It will be so wonderful to be able to choose to wear this compression garment rather than being required to wear it. Only 3 weeks + 2 days to go!!
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