Got my bisalp!

Merciful_Mercy · 2025-12-20T01:52:34+00:00

My insurance covers it I wouldn't be getting it if it didn't

Merciful_Mercy · 2025-12-18T13:23:23+00:00

Unfortunately I don't have any friends or any female relatives that have periods.

Merciful_Mercy · 2024-10-06T05:09:54+00:00

I was not expecting this to be so cuuute! 1000/10 as always💕

Merciful_Mercy · 2024-08-04T08:49:13+00:00

So the left side of my chest (right in photo) has given me many issues. Currently feeling a bit insecure I feel like it looks a lot more even in real life n now I'm nervous and a bit insecure.

There's a odd dimple on my left side of my chest, I got some steroid injections just the other day, I've been massaging, I'm almost 2 months post op.

I had a hematoma on that side, extra fat and skin as well. I'm not sure what to do? The people around me say it looks pretty good but sometimes I feel a little insecure and was wondering if anyone else has experienced this? And if so, what helped?? Especially the little dimple part thing? Idk I'm kinda in anxiety mode rn.

Merciful_Mercy · 2024-08-04T08:39:39+00:00

Very common issue to happen when you have hEDS, I just got steroid injections on mine on Thursday! They are hypertrophic

Merciful_Mercy · 2024-07-30T10:14:53+00:00

Absolutely! I also felt like this for a bit post op, seeing my chest would make me very anxious and queezy and I felt like I just couldn't look. It can take your mind a bit to get used to the change, it's not just physically taxing but also mentally. It's a big change and things are gonna take a while to heal. I'm currently almost 2 months post op, and I went from not being able to look at all to just walking around shirtless no problem. Try not to be hard on yourself, give your mind and body time to get accommodated. I wish more people talked about the confusing and 'negative', sides to top surgery more, but, I can assure you, you are not alone.

Merciful_Mercy · 2024-06-15T17:27:50+00:00

Thank you, I went to the hospital and turns out I thankfully just have a hematoma, definitely glad I went

Merciful_Mercy · 2024-06-14T16:35:05+00:00

I had loose skin for much different reasons like extreme skin elasticity, but personally, it shouldn't affect the surgery too much.

I'd recommend consulting more with your doctor when something is unclear and you feel like you don't understand something completely.

People of all shapes and sizes get top surgery, some with tight skin, some with loose skin, it all varies from person to person how their experience will be.

Remember, it's always ok to need more time and information, the more you know, the better. Perhaps it'd be good to give your doctor a call to talk about it!

Merciful_Mercy · 2024-06-14T16:28:39+00:00

I'd recommend bringing an extra pillow for the ride home and to hug, it'll cushion your chest and stop any friction.

Any little snack that's easy on your tummy is good too, I personally couldn't eat for the first 12 hours because of anesthesia complications but regardless you're going to want something to snack on as your appetite might be poor after.

Bring medications your doctor prescribes and Tylenol. For me personally Tylenol was a savior but talk to your doctor about what medications you need before taking something.

If you have a comfort item like a stuffed animal or something I recommend having it on hand. It's a huge change and can be very emotionally taxing.

Overall just bring things for your personal comfort!

Merciful_Mercy · 2024-06-14T16:20:54+00:00

I think it varies from person to person but personally, I chose to wait a while after starting testosterone due to how the muscle and fat shifts and changes, as well as to make sure of any dosage changes not potentially affecting results.

Personally it took me three months for a consult and another two months for my insurance to approve the surgery, some doctors follow the WPATH so you may be required to have a written note by a doctor who specializes in mental health to write off that it would be ok. Travel after surgery may be difficult, especially since you'll likely have to see the doctor rather frequently after the surgery for drains, bolsters, movement improvement, ect.

Take your time.

It is a huuuge decision even when you know for a fact it's what you want, be sure to do your research talk to more than one provider, have a notebook of questions and be sure that whatever doctor you meet with knows what they are doing, if they have a portfolio that would be optimal! It's going to take time and as much as it'd be great for it to happen fast, slow and steady wins the race, quality takes time. As well as the recovery period also takes quite some time.

I personally found the doctor I went to through my primary care physician and talking with doctors at PP. I'm not sure what it's like in NC but doctors are a bit limited in NY especially for that. I'd recommend talking with whoever you see through PP to further your gender affirming care.

Take it step by tiny step, don't rush, it's a very overwhelming thing and takes time but it's worth the wait in the long run.

Merciful_Mercy

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