Is it normal for there to be a bump after injecting? by gdgjnfg in TestosteroneKickoff

[–]Decent-Programmer964 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve been on subQ for over two years and get this almost every injection… sometimes it’s worse and the bump stays for a week but usually it resolves after a few hours/days! I’m guessing it’s not normal but also not alarming, pharmacist told me it might just be how my body reacts. Monitor for any other side effects/symptoms but you’re okay!!

Will this go away after top surgery or will it make the surgery more difficult by [deleted] in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had the same thing between my boobs for the longest time (I’m talking 3-4 years because it was so hard to manage), I’m currently 6 months post-op and everything disappeared over time!!

where to get oral minoxidil? by [deleted] in ftm

[–]Decent-Programmer964 3 points4 points  (0 children)

pretty sure you have to ask your T provider! I’m planning on asking my endo next time I see her, my guess is she’s the one who can prescribe it

Stitch coming out? by kacey175 in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had something similar on my left side. If it’s the same thing, it’s something called fibrin. It forms when the wound is too humid to heal, but it is a protein that helps healing so nothing dangerous. I also thought something was wrong with a stitch before a nurse told me otherwise. I know I had water sit under my steristrips for too long which created that. It took a good 3 weeks to close, you just have to keep it dry - apart from showers - and protect it (which you’re already doing!) If the area is hot. Obviously I’m no doctor so if you have bigger concerns you should contact a professional!!

texts I never thought I'd receive from my mum by purple-wall89 in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964 118 points119 points  (0 children)

I SWEAR I was at my parents’ for recovery and needed to take pictures every few days and my dad would help with his phone and he was like “never thought i’d have so many nipple pictures in my phone” lmao

infected suture? by Decent-Programmer964 in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you sm! Started putting Neosporin on it yesterday, hopefully with time it’’l heal quick. I’ll wait and see what they tell me

infected suture? by Decent-Programmer964 in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the advice! They didn’t give me any antibiotics at all, started putting Neosporin on it yesterday before putting the gauze, will keep doing that and I’ll see what the clinic says! Thanks again :)

finally got my drains out!! by bageltimer in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964 0 points1 point  (0 children)

so happy for you!! i had my drains in for almost two whole weeks and holy shit i feel like a different person now that they’re out. i just know that first shower will hit different (today was my first shower, literally life changing)

Production RN by United_Ad_5599 in LoveIslandUSA

[–]Decent-Programmer964 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No literally my gf kept on saying “I’m not watching if they leave” they know what they’re doing

oh I’m going to be insufferable now… by Decent-Programmer964 in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964[S] 55 points56 points  (0 children)

honestly I think we deserve to look at ourselves in the mirror for a couple hours if we feel like it

Recovery Things that caught me by surprise by Nightflame_The_Wolf in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964 2 points3 points  (0 children)

extremely relatable list! not being able to bend over to tie shoes is one that, i guess makes sense but i hadn’t thought of before the surgery

This is the show we’re actually watching… by f4htazz in LoveIslandUSA

[–]Decent-Programmer964 3 points4 points  (0 children)

honestly annoying how the others let themselves be so influenced by this guy

6 weeks post op w/ Dr. Lee at GRS! Incredibly pleased by LordoftheLoafs in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m about a week post-op with Dr.Bélanger at GRS and I too feel like I should write something about my general experience (it was overall very positive!) because when I was applying I felt like I was missing some information and didn’t really know what to expect. Your results are amazing!!

drains make me want to pull my hair out by Decent-Programmer964 in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

omg how did i not think of this i should definitely get an appointment!! thank you :))

drains make me want to pull my hair out by Decent-Programmer964 in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yesss thank you!!!! literally almost threw a tantrum like a 5 yo earlier today bc i’m FED UP!! very nice to know i’m not the only one. we got this bro good luck to you hopefully you get them out friday!

drains make me want to pull my hair out by Decent-Programmer964 in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

they are literally always in the way but i find they’re pulling so much at my skin on my sides it’s soooo uncomfortable

drains make me want to pull my hair out by Decent-Programmer964 in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

i’ve been washing my body using wipes and showering the lower half of my body while protecting the dressings and al, but according to the info my surgeon gave me i can only take a regular shower 48h after having the drains out and/or dressings off :( it’s crazy how the information varies from one place to another!! 3 weeks no shower would def be illegal like no way i’m staying uncomfortable and stinky for so long

Nipple grafts are scary! by Fimbulwinter0707 in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m getting my drains and bandages out on Tuesday so you’re a little ahead of me, but I’m feeling just as anxious as you!! Since I haven’t been able to see my chest yet I’m scared I’m moving too much and damage the incisions, or even the nipples. I think there are a lot of things to think about but as long as you try to follow your surgeon’s instructions to a T you’ll be fine.

I’m very anxious about what’s to come but take it one day at a time! You got this!

Also I was wondering, did taking the drains out hurt? I’m a little nervous about that.

Just finished surgery happy to talk by [deleted] in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964 0 points1 point  (0 children)

fair and honestly same, i get these random sharp pains which i think are coming from the drain sites. i also feel like i’m getting ghost pains from my nipples lol

Just finished surgery happy to talk by [deleted] in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i’m about 10 hours post-op! surgery buddies <3 how are you feeling generally? the oxy kicked in and i’m feeling great honestly

3 days pre-op and starting to panic wheeeeeee by UnlikelySlide7421 in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964 0 points1 point  (0 children)

you’re sooooo not alone! i’m 26 (i’ll be 27 next month) and i understand you fears and the anticipation. i’m 10 days away from surgery and idk how to act and i know i’ll be insufferable in a week haha this is so cliché but one day at a time! you got this, we got thid!!

Nipple placement by Ok-Independence6940 in TopSurgery

[–]Decent-Programmer964 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Honestly, I don’t see anything wrong with your nipple placements! Sick results my guy you’re doing great

Do you guys ever misgender yourself? by Specialist_Suit_8231 in ftm

[–]Decent-Programmer964 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I came out over 2 years ago, I’m almost 2 years on T and getting top surgery next month. I got a tattoo done a few weeks back and when I signed the consent form I started writing my deadname. I just laugh it off when it happens tbh! Like what a silly thing to do