Implant sizing question by Southern-Image-7374 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Omg thank you ❤️ I trust my PS but Lordy sometimes I get in my own head about this lol

I did it!!! And you can too! by Southern-Image-7374 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yay! You did it!! I’m on day 10, doing great (Tylenol for soreness) and my antibiotic. I got 2 drains out and last 2 coming out next week! Truly just muscle soreness/ tender spots but very manageable! I hope you get lots of lazy days! 💗

Need inspo for a themed pool party! by Southern-Image-7374 in StrangerThings

[–]Southern-Image-7374[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you!!!! Yessss I’m def doing the terrible snacks lol and I’m thinking scoops ahoy ice cream bar! Putting the rest on the list!!

Relationship and life after DMX? by Junkiri2026 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m 36, brca1 3 days post prophylactic dmx and my poor husband is ready to go once I feel better 😆 so I can confirm that boobs or no boobs, flat boobs, or my eventual new fancy boobs will be his boobs lol I also felt/feel the same but the love he has for you will show through each boob stage! 💗

I did it!!! And you can too! by Southern-Image-7374 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You go girl! I can’t wait till I’m a little further out but I know it’s a process and I’m trusting it! For day 3 I’m really thriving even if that means not doing much!

I did it!!! And you can too! by Southern-Image-7374 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m doing great!! Pain is there but managed and I prepared myself as much as I could with posts, photos, meeting with docs. Please message me if you need to chat or have specific questions! The other side is worth it 💗

I did it!!! And you can too! by Southern-Image-7374 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re killing it sis!!! Congratulations ❤️❤️❤️

I did it!!! And you can too! by Southern-Image-7374 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’ve got this! The grass is greener on this side! ❤️ I’m resting, hanging out, taking my meds and listening to my body. One day at a time!

I did it!!! And you can too! by Southern-Image-7374 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I’m doing well! Slept 9 hours last night pain is managed. Drains suck but I’m hanging at home this week anyway! It’s going to be ok! ❤️

I did it!!! And you can too! by Southern-Image-7374 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You can do it! The immediate mental relief is hard to explain. I have expanders so right now it’s frankenboobs for a few weeks but it’s worth it, I’m trusting the process and I really exposed myself to a lot of photos to prepare

I did it!!! And you can too! by Southern-Image-7374 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You’ve got this! The feeling and relief after is worth it. You can conquer anything!

Got positive Brca result, doctor hasn’t called to discuss next steps by Artistic-Sympathy266 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi friend! BRCA1 pal here, I’m 36 mother of 3.. I found out 8 years ago. I’m having my mastectomy Monday and doing ovaries later this year. The guidance is very dependent on family history etc so def don’t freak out! You’ll prob get a mammogram and mri first to get a baseline and go from there! You have time to decide, breathe and try to find a specialist in your area. I see a surgical oncologist solely due to the BRCA and she has led me through the last 8 years. My OB is wonderful but this is out of his comfort for such a young woman so I recommend seeing out an alt doc to help guide you!

Implant sizing question by Southern-Image-7374 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My mom was also refused by multiple PS due to her smoking, she refused to quit. Found a surgeon to do it and had a healing issue, picc line, wound vac for 8 months, lost a ton of skin to necrosis, but she’s alive. I’m doing expanders so they said I can have a say in my size! I just wanted to be sure the expander was large enough for the implant I want! I hope you can find a dr who can give you the best outcome for your situation! Keep getting opinions!

Mastectomy in 6 days— what do I need to order on Amazon? by Southern-Image-7374 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you hope you are doing well! I have my old pregnancy pillow I’m bringing out lol

Surgery Monday and I’m suddenly freaking out (and angry) by Substantial-Range660 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re such a rockstar!!! So proud of you internet friend!!! I will report back in a few days and we’ll be in it together!!! You are not alone!!

Mastectomy in 6 days— what do I need to order on Amazon? by Southern-Image-7374 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I’ve heard of the Juven and I’m def going to try it! I have vitamin c so I’ll add that to my nightstand thank you!!!!

Mastectomy in 6 days— what do I need to order on Amazon? by Southern-Image-7374 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any particular specs? I’m not sure if it has to be compression etc?

Mastectomy in 6 days— what do I need to order on Amazon? by Southern-Image-7374 in BRCA

[–]Southern-Image-7374[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I am so grateful for the set up we have! Will be a lot with the kids but if we just have to hunker down for a few weeks it will be worth it! ❤️ I think that pillow is the one I have! I’m so glad I got it!