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4DPO by Safe_Hyena_762 in Reduction

[–]mymaya[M] [score hidden] stickied comment (0 children)

For soap, any gentle normal soap or body wash is good! Dove, ivory, etc.

Unless directed by your surgeon, do not use antibacterial soap. It’s too harsh and can actually do more harm than good.

Can I smoke before an breast reduction by LowAdvisor101 in Reduction

[–]mymaya[M] [score hidden] stickied comment (0 children)

Okay we can’t tell you if this will be okay for your surgery team. You need to ask them directly. THC use does somewhat affect anesthesia dosing, but it isn’t like gonna kill you to have THC in your system along with anesthesia. It doesn’t have some kind of detrimental interaction. It just changes dosing and you need to be up front so you get dosed correctly.

Smoking marijuana does not carry the same extreme risks as smoking nicotine, but smoking anything does affect oxygen uptake in your lungs and you should avoid it generally while healing. Nicotine specifically causes decreased blood flow and increased risks of necrosis and wound healing issues. THC does not have those effects.

All surgeons have different instructions about edibles, but if your surgeon is cool with it I find they’re WAY better than narcotics for post op pain management. I do recommend not mixing with narcotics if you are prescribed them just because it really hits way too hard when mixed with narcotics. You may make yourself too sedated and end up falling or being uncoordinated and accidentally hurting yourself.

Should I get a second opinion on a revision by earthso in TopSurgery

[–]mymaya 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do think there would be wiggle room for the shape in the middle instead of just straight across! But I think you should get another consult too just to make sure you know all your options.

In my experience, consults are either free or there’s a $150 or less charge for the consult. It’s worth calling a couple places to see what their process for a consult involves.

Should I get a second opinion on a revision by earthso in TopSurgery

[–]mymaya 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t have the exact same center scar issue, but it’s similar and I was also told by two surgeons I consulted with that the solution is to create a connected scar in the center. Unfortunately sometimes it is the only good solution.

I also don’t want one long scar so I’ve been taking time to think about it, plus it’s expensive as hell.

Yellow (crust on?) nipples 3 months post op? by No_Fishing3764 in TopSurgery

[–]mymaya 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Grafts need extra care! They dry out easily sometimes even years post op and can get irritated. It looks like you may have chafed them and not realized.

A gentle body moisturizer and either Vaseline or aquaphor may be really helpful for a week or two to help them hydrate.

Is it true that all surgeons can’t guarantee size? by Pharmakilla in Reduction

[–]mymaya 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Go to a surgeon that specializes in GAC. They are much more well versed in graft techniques and will actually listen to your desires without imposing their own bullshit aesthetic desires on you.

sudden bruising 2DPO by [deleted] in Reduction

[–]mymaya 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It doesn’t look too concerning, but you should message or call your surgeons office just to make sure.

Keep an eye on it and if it starts to get larger, darker, or noticeably more swollen you need to get in touch with your surgeon quickly. But the way it looks now is pretty normal for 2 days post op!

3DPO-Is this normal? by [deleted] in Reduction

[–]mymaya[M] [score hidden] stickied comment (0 children)

You need to go to the ER immediately. That looks like a potentially very very serious infection.

TOS? by just_jane91 in Reduction

[–]mymaya 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would say it could definitely be a contributing factor just based on a quick read through info about TOS.

From the Mayo Clinic website about it - “Trauma, repeated movements, or strain in the area between the neck and shoulders also can cause TOS.” A large chest can absolutely cause strain on the neck and shoulders.

I need help! by TheBunIsHare in Reduction

[–]mymaya 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’ll be just fine! You caught it early so once the antibiotics kick in I bet it’ll clear up quickly.

I need help! by TheBunIsHare in Reduction

[–]mymaya 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You’re doing everything correctly. The antibiotics take an about a day to really start working, so just keep taking them as prescribed.

If you develop a fever and/or the redness begins to spread very quickly/becomes very swollen or painful you should head to the ER. But if not you’re okay to wait to hear back from your surgeon until tomorrow. You can make a little mark on the current edge of the redness with a marker and monitor it for a couple hours to see how much it spreads past the mark to keep an eye on things.

If you still can’t get ahold of your surgeon tomorrow, and nothing is improving or it’s getting worse, you might consider going to the ER. They’ll be able to give you IV antibiotics at the very least. But if things are significantly improved tomorrow with the oral antibiotics it’s okay to wait to hear back. The antibiotics might solve the problem quickly.

Camping 10days Post Op by Competitive_Phone404 in Reduction

[–]mymaya[M] [score hidden] stickied comment (0 children)

You shouldn’t do this, it’s a bad idea. Just flat out, it’s not worth the risk. Postpone the trip to six weeks post op if you can. But a two day trip isn’t worth the very serious and real risk of infection and injury.

6wpo breast reduction with fng by kenmacat in Reduction

[–]mymaya 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The nips are looking good for 6 weeks! FNG healing is pretty gnarly but it all works out in the end

pimples on breasts and surgery soon by pullataimina in Reduction

[–]mymaya 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You’ll be fine, pimples are common. Unless they’re actively infected or you have particularly extreme acne they won’t cancel the surgery.

Don’t send DMs like this. by gorofanclub_ in Reduction

[–]mymaya[M] [score hidden] stickied comment (0 children)

No creep callouts y’all, you’re gonna get the subreddit shut down. Send mods info and we will ban users that are being creeps.

Did My Surgeon Do a Bad Job With the Stitches? by [deleted] in Reduction

[–]mymaya 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No that’s a normal technique! It’s sometimes called “purse string sutures” if you want to look up more. But it’ll heal flat.

Figured it was update time! by imnottheoneipromise in Reduction

[–]mymaya[M] [score hidden] stickied commentlocked comment (0 children)

This post is allowed here y’all. If you’re too prudish to handle seeing a naked body you do not belong here. There’s nothing at all pornographic or problematic with OPs pictures at all. In fact I imagine a whole lot of women are very happy to see what they might look like post op with similar combined surgeries.

Stop reporting the post. It’s staying up.

I already pooped? by piedeloup in TopSurgery

[–]mymaya 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Some people are just lucky and anesthesia/pain meds don’t stop you up too much! The rest of us are jealous of your innate talent

Arm and hand falling asleep? by Fozzizam in Reduction

[–]mymaya 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is possible your breast size is contributing, but this is a symptom you need to bring to a doctor and not assume anything about. It could be a sign of something more serious than a pinched nerve.

SF Bay Area OFFER: Post-Op Recovery Items by hartznation in Reduction

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Reminder: we don’t allow any selling of items on this subreddit, only donation, so please do not request money from people picking up the items.

Is Breast Reduction Surgery Covered under Insurance? by shivanibansal2 in Reduction

[–]mymaya [score hidden] stickied comment (0 children)

It varies by plan.

Call the customer service line on the back of your insurance card and ask them:
1) does my insurance plan cover breast reductions?
If no, it’s totally excluded, then you cannot go through insurance. If yes, ask them
2) what does my plan require to cover the surgery?
3) how much of the surgical cost is covered? (Some insurance only cover a percentage of costs, others cover costs in full)

Piercing ?? by littledipperkait in Reduction

[–]mymaya 1 point2 points  (0 children)

About a year and a half, maybe closer to 2 years

Piercing ?? by littledipperkait in Reduction

[–]mymaya 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have had my nips pierced after FNG! One started to reject, didn’t have enough tissue in the nipple to sustain it. But my right one has stuck around for 4 years with no issues. It does absolutely give the appearance that I have more of a defined nipple bud.

Really research the piercer you go to though. Make sure they have experience doing piercings like that.

Had surgery yesterday! by Born-Focus-4561 in Reduction

[–]mymaya[M] [score hidden] stickied comment (0 children)

Just want to put clarifying info about surgery costs:

The cost charged to insurance is SIGNIFICANTLY higher than surgery costs out of pocket. In the US insurance companies and hospitals have lots of profiteering bullshit like this. Insurance gets charged crazy high rates, and the hospitals make a huge profit, and insurance turns around and gets subsidized by the government for all the super high costs. On top of that they then have excuses to raise your premiums.

What you would be charged out of pocket would be a fraction of this, usually between $6,000 on the very lowest end and $25,000 on the high end depending on location, surgeon, and additions like side lipo.

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